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1) The Flatliners is a Canadian punk rock band;
2) The Flatliners was an American street punk band.
1) The Flatliners is a Canadian punk rock band from Richmond Hill and Brampton, Ontario, Canada. Since their formation in 2002, The Flatliners have loved bowmanville and been a growing influence in the Toronto punk/ska scene as well as other areas of the Greater Toronto Area. They are currently signed to Fat Wreck Chords and Stomp Records (Canada). As well, they won the inaugural, annual "Best Band Ever" award given by the Edmonton Vinyl Blog DigitalIsDead. The small publication has also named their third LP, "Cavalcade" the front runner for their annual "Record Of The Year" award for 2010.
2) The Flatliners was an American street punk band that were active over a decade in San Antonio, Texas. They released two LPs: "Safe Side Suicide" and "What a Waste", both on ADD Records, and an EP: "Let It Go" on Slab o Wax records.
Carry the Banner
The Flatliners Lyrics
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My motivation's been snowed in
And I finally caught that glimpse of the edge I've been avoiding
So try your best to keep these bullets from my chest
As I wipe the blood out from your sweat,
Talking seems useless, doesn't it?
Live through, live strong
No more false-start life at traffic lights
Like trying to shake a dream you might not quite remember completely
We're killing ourselves to live
Inhale, exhale unlike everybody
We've just been bleeding
Feel the cold swell in your throat
When this shit is getting old
Live through, live strong
Carry on and on and on
No more false-start life at traffic lights
No
Live through, live strong
Carry on and on and on
No more false-start life
Don't disagree that what we've come to ain't so pretty
And all I can think is we're begging for change in our own way
Cry knowing I'm the one who let you down when leaving town
A moment of clarity
Don't let it tear out your throat
After chasing lines all fucking night
And the wrongs you shouldn't write about
I speak from experience of all of the fear in us
Live through, live strong
Carry on and on and on
No more false-start life at traffic lights
No
Live through, live strong
Carry on and on and on
No more false-start life
The Flatliners's song Carry the Banner is a reflection on the struggles and challenges faced by people on a daily basis. The opening lines, "This morning crawls, my motivation's been snowed in" suggest a sense of inertia and lack of inspiration or drive. However, the singer seems to have come to a realization ("And I finally caught that glimpse of the edge I've been avoiding") and is now trying to push past the obstacles to keep going.
The lines "Live through, live strong, carry on and on and on" repeat throughout the song as a battle cry against the struggles and adversities in life. The lyrics touch on the difference between those who simply exist and those who truly live, with the latter determined to keep moving forward ("No more false-start life at traffic lights").
The song acknowledges the difficulties and pain that people face, but also emphasizes the importance of persevering, even when things seem bleak. The lines "Feel the cold swell in your throat when this shit is getting old" convey the frustration and exhaustion of dealing with the same issues repeatedly but the refrain "live through, live strong, carry on and on and on" serves as a reminder that it's worth pushing through.
Line by Line Meaning
This morning crawls
The day has started off sluggishly.
My motivation's been snowed in
I am lacking the drive to get anything accomplished.
And I finally caught that glimpse of the edge I've been avoiding
I have finally confronted my fears.
So try your best to keep these bullets from my chest
Please try to offer me support and protection as I move forward.
As I wipe the blood out from your sweat
You have stood by and supported me through difficult times.
Talking seems useless, doesn't it?
Words cannot adequately express the depth of our emotions.
Live through, live strong
We must persevere and endure despite our struggles.
Carry on and on and on
We must continue to push forward, no matter how difficult it may seem.
No more false-start life at traffic lights
We will no longer waste our lives waiting for things to change.
Like trying to shake a dream you might not quite remember completely
We are struggling to hold onto something that is just out of reach.
We're killing ourselves to live
We are putting in tremendous effort just to survive day-to-day.
Inhale, exhale unlike everybody
We must breathe and exist in our own unique way.
We've just been bleeding
We have been suffering greatly.
Feel the cold swell in your throat
We are holding back tears of sadness and despair.
When this shit is getting old
We are getting tired of the constant struggle.
Don't disagree that what we've come to ain't so pretty
We acknowledge that our situation is not ideal.
And all I can think is we're begging for change in our own way
We are trying to make a difference, even if it is in a small way.
Cry knowing I'm the one who let you down when leaving town
I feel remorseful for disappointing someone when I had to leave.
A moment of clarity
I have gained a sudden realization or understanding.
Don't let it tear out your throat
Do not let negative emotions consume you.
After chasing lines all fucking night
I have been pursuing vices or unhealthy habits all night long.
And the wrongs you shouldn't write about
We should not dwell on or focus on our missteps or mistakes.
I speak from experience of all of the fear in us
I know firsthand the fear that we are all feeling.
Contributed by Callie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MastroT
these guys are quite great!
SoUF2thePoUF
I love this song ❤️
SoUF2thePoUF
I love this song ❤️
Your Boy, Rai
10 years after this song was released, still rings true.
...that aside, anyone know any songs with equal optimism and similar style of instrumentation to this one? This feels like, oh GOD, it practically is...
...a Sonic game theme song.
Fluid Show
Amazing
bglad4life
Fat Mike knows what he's doing when he signs bands like this.
Francisco Robles
Fat Mike is a clever guy, who wants to show his own image that he is only a party man.
But in my in my opinion he is really clever.
PunkRock Shows OnLine
1:35 Macbeth
Amanda Dunlap
Is this the same Flatliners that wrote the album destroy to create? Because if so wtf happened?
TheKoppenhaffer
@Alexander Sosa honestly, I had album hangups as well but it's all fantastic. Just didn't like the vocal effects shit on the newest album.