The band began recording their second full-length album, Young Beauties and Fools in Los Angeles in February and March 2017 with producer group Fast Friends. The album was mixed in July 2017 by Matty Green, and the lead single "Everything Is Alright" was released on July 21, 2017.
On June 5, 2019, they released the first single from their third album A War on Everything, entitled "Panic Attack". To promote the album, the band announced a US tour with British rock band The Struts that took place over the summer of 2019. On July 17, 2019, the title, cover, and tracklist of A War on Everything was unveiled, alongside a release date of September 13, 2019. On this date, the band also released the song "Pink Motel" from the album. On August 16, 2019, the band released a third song from the album in anticipation of its release, "The Ongoing Speculation Into The Death of Rock and Roll
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Lightning
The Glorious Sons Lyrics
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It feels right in the blaze of the stars
And that's cause we spend too much time thinking
Looking to find a place better than where we are
They got a red flag for the beast in me
And they're feeding fire that burns beneath my feet
I'll let it burn
Wake up
Come on and catch a little lightning
There's darker places than this
There's darker places than this
Wake up
Come on can't you hear the thunder
There's darker places than this
There's darker places than this
If they're right
You know the satisfying burn
Of the fear we all grew to learn
And we wait for something, anything to happen at all
Oh we wait for something, anything to happen at all
Wake up
Come on and catch a little lightning
There's darker places than this
There's darker places than this
Wake up
Come on can't you hear the thunder
There's darker places than this
There's darker places than this
And we wait for something, anything to happen at all
Oh we wait for something, anything to happen at all
They got a red flag for the beast in me
And they're feeding fire that burns beneath my feet
Wake up
Come on and catch a little lightning
There's darker places than this
There's darker places than this
Wake up
Come on can't you hear the thunder
There's darker places than this
There's darker places than this
There's darker places than this
There's darker places than this
The Glorious Sons's song Lightning is a tribute to the power of the night and the allure of darkness. Opening with the line "you know the night is our addiction," the song evokes a sense of restlessness and yearning for something more. The lyrics suggest that the characters in the song spend too much time thinking about finding a better place, and that they are willing to risk it all for a chance at something greater.
The chorus serves as a call to action, urging the listener to "wake up" and catch a little lightning. The repeated phrase "there's darker places than this" implies that there is danger in staying where you are, and encourages the listener to take risks and explore the unknown. The idea of catching lightning serves as a metaphor for seizing opportunities and not letting them pass by.
The line "they got a red flag for the beast in me" is particularly powerful, suggesting that the singer has an inner fire and an untamed nature that sets them apart from others. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the urgency of taking action and not waiting for something to happen.
Overall, Lightning is a compelling song that speaks to the human desire for adventure, risk-taking, and a sense of purpose. It encourages the listener to embrace their wild side and seize the opportunities that come their way.
Line by Line Meaning
You know the night is our addiction
The night has become something we desperately seek and crave.
It feels right in the blaze of the stars
Being surrounded by the beauty of the stars and the night sky just feels so natural and perfect.
And that's cause we spend too much time thinking
We get lost in our thoughts and are always searching for something more.
Looking to find a place better than where we are
We're always on the lookout for a better place or way of life, never satisfied with what we have.
They got a red flag for the beast in me
There are people who don't approve of the wild, primal side of me.
And they're feeding fire that burns beneath my feet
These people are fueling my passion and intensity, which drives me forward despite their disapproval.
I'll let it burn
I won't let anyone else extinguish the fire burning within me.
Wake up
It's time to open our eyes and become aware of what's going on around us.
Come on and catch a little lightning
We need to take action and seize the opportunities life presents us with.
There's darker places than this
No matter how bad things may seem, there are always worse places we could be.
Come on can't you hear the thunder
The world is full of possibilities waiting for us to take advantage of them, we just need to listen for the signs.
If they're right
If those who doubt us are right about the danger of our choices.
You know the satisfying burn
We accept the risks and are willing to live with the consequences because we find it fulfilling.
Of the fear we all grew to learn
We've learned to embrace our fears and use them to motivate us rather than hold us back.
And we wait for something, anything to happen at all
We're tired of feeling stuck and are waiting for something to push us towards our goals.
There's darker places than this
No matter how much we may struggle, there are always worse things that could happen to us.
There's darker places than this
We need to remind ourselves that things could always be worse, but we have the power to change our circumstances.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Jay Emmons, Brett Emmons, Chris Huot, Adam Paquette, Andrew Young, Gavin Brown
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Fkthomas
This song hits me hard and it’s difficult not to cry. The Sons have been a part of a huge growing experience for me and I cannot thank them enough. I’m getting “There’s darker places than this” with their logo tattooed soon. Because without them I wouldn’t be here right now honestly. I hope they see this.
@rberry764
I really don't think that you're alone.
@danielmalley2134
you are absolutely not alone
@kimberlykane5375
I'm glad you are still here!!! ❤️❤️❤️
@FallenAngelMtl
We're happy you're here. Stay with us friend, I'll get your a beer at a show ;-)
@jamierieger8510
I'll tell ya, you,re not alone...ever. If you are in those dark places, others are too. I've relied on the Glorious Sons a few times to help get me through. During a particular chaotic time, I relied heavily on them. Ive posted my story on TGS feeds a number of times, but always deleted them out of uncertainty, embarrassment, or feeling like nobody else would get where I was coming from. My saving grace was I was stupid busy at the time and got through it. There are people though, who think I should have been experiencing a positive(in some ways it was) experience, but some of the the dark, negative, chaotic things far outweighed the good.It was rough. You made this post one year ago and I hope you are striving and thriving these days, Hugs!
@yoshy4072
I'm 60 yrs old, I suffered from severe depression a while back, I did not know who these guys were, I did not know all the lyrics, but when this chorus would ring out with that powerful vocal " WAKE UP" it would open my eyes, I could put things in the right place. Also the line "IT GETS DARKER THAN THIS" would strike a cord. Lost my parents before I was a teenage, and my best friend in a car accident before I was 20 and many friends and a couple of partners( co-workers) in underground mining.
It was just the other day once again this song came up on the radio , and finally I looked them up. WOW!!!!
Thank you to " The Glorious Sons" Powerful lyrics and music, I wish you guys all the success in the world!!
@londorsey9013
ditto
@aarondavid5866
sounds more like a band that helps depression caused by mostly drinking . am i right bud?
@randymcd6774
The Sons hit the nail on the head it's a shout out to people in depression that there's better places. He's telling you to stick around It will change. Doesn't even matter if it gets better or stays the same but, my brother's and sisters it will change. Tomorrow is a new day. Can it get worse? Possibly but there are cycles. Reserve your soul for the creator don't let yourself slide into this world. This world is temporary. Look up and have faith and you will be fine.