Art often thrives in the aftermath of adversity, and since we last heard from Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, there have been plenty of variables that the five-piece alternative rock act had to endure. But for the Middleburg, Florida-based band, hardships eventually ironed out thanks to unrelenting perseverance, paving the way for the band’s incredibly ambitious (and aptly titled) The Hell Or High Water EP, release August 24th, 2010.
The self-released project comes on the heels of the band’s voluntary parting of ways with Virgin Records, the company that first signed the band for 2006’s gold selling Don’t You Fake It (spawning the smash single “Face Down”), followed by 2009’s Lonely Road (which debuted in the top twenty of the Billboard 200), but eventually became more of an albatross than an anchor for the burgeoning band.
According to the Reap Song facts, the first single from The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus' third studio album, Am I the Enemy?, "Reap", was released via YouTube on March 24 2011, then for download a month later on April 26, 2011. The whole album was released on August 29, 2011.
Ronnie Winter - Lead Vocals,
Josh Burke - Guitar
Randy Winter - Guitar
Joey Westwood - Bass, Vocals
Kris Comeaux - Drums, Vocals
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Salvation
The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus Lyrics
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Well, some of what they say is really true
They say that life will come and find you when your heart is new
I don't believe it from the mouths of fools
So hang on, hang on
[Chorus]
We got a million different ways to trick our heads to bring us down
We got a million different colors to see in the ocean
But every time I analyze it plays a trick upon my eyes I'm lost
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
Living in a world that only takes from you
Makes you want to give in and give up (Don't give up)
But soon you realize that you are not alone
Innocence disguises what you love
So do what you love
[Chorus]
Hold on to the things that keep you young
Nothing lasts forever, gone is gone ('Til we find our way)
Don't be so hard on yourself
There will always be a chance to make it better
Things will get better
[Chorus]
I'm finding my way back to my dreams
Back to my dreams
The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus’s song “Salvation” speaks about the hard times that adolescents face while growing up. The lyrics suggest that while life may be difficult in your teenage years, the things that adults say about this time of life may not necessarily all be true. The song encourages the listener to hold on and not give up despite the struggles that they face.
The chorus touches on the various ways that people try to manage their emotions and distract themselves from their problems. The mention of the ocean evokes a sense of limitless possibilities and reminds the listener that there is more to life than their current struggles. However, the song acknowledges that the coping mechanisms we use can sometimes lead us astray.
The bridge emphasizes the importance of holding onto things that keep us young and not being too hard on ourselves, as there is always a chance to improve our situation. The final repetition of the chorus encourages the listener to keep pushing and persevere towards their dreams.
Overall, “Salvation” is a song that speaks to the struggles that many adolescents face while growing up. It acknowledges the pain and difficulty of this time while also offering hope and encouragement to persevere through these struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
They say that life would be it's hardest in your teenage years
According to some people, teenage years are the most difficult times of life
Well, some of what they say is really true
Although not everything that people say is true, some of it has merit
They say that life will come and find you when your heart is new
Some say that life comes to you when you are young and inexperienced
I don't believe it from the mouths of fools
The artist does not believe these claims from people who are foolish or unwise
So hang on, hang on
Despite the difficulties of life, the artist encourages the listener to persevere
[Chorus] We got a million different ways to see our emotions
There are countless ways to experience and process our emotions
We got a million different ways to trick our heads to bring us down
There are many negative thoughts and beliefs that can bring us down
We got a million different colors to see in the ocean
The world is full of variety and beauty
But every time I analyze it plays a trick upon my eyes I'm lost
Sometimes it can be hard to make sense of the world and we can feel lost
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
The artist is determined to pursue their dreams and goals
Living in a world that only takes from you
The world can feel like it is constantly taking from us
Makes you want to give in and give up (Don't give up)
This can lead us to feel like giving up, but the artist encourages the listener not to do so
But soon you realize that you are not alone
Eventually we realize that we are not alone and have support
Innocence disguises what you love
Sometimes we take for granted the things we love when we are young and innocent
So do what you love
The singer advises the listener to pursue what they love
[Chorus] Hold on to the things that keep you young
Hold onto the things that give you joy and make you feel youthful
Nothing lasts forever, gone is gone ('Til we find our way)
Things change and end, but there is always hope to find our way
Don't be so hard on yourself
The singer encourages the listener to be kind to themselves
There will always be a chance to make it better
There is always the possibility to improve things
[Chorus] I'm finding my way back to my dreams
Back to my dreams
The artist is determined to pursue their dreams and goals
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: MATTHEW CARTER, JOHN FELDMANN, RONNIE WINTER
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@corie609
They say that life would be it's hardest in your teenage years
Well, some of what they say is really true
They say that life will come and find you when your heart is new
I don't believe it from the mouths of fools
So hang on, hang on
We got a million different ways to see our emotions
We got a million different ways to trick our heads to bring us down
We got a million different colors to see in the ocean
But every time I analyze it plays a trick upon my eyes I'm lost
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
Living in a world that only takes from you
Makes you want to give in and give up (Don't give up)
But soon you realize that you are not alone
Innocence disguises what you love
So do what you love
We got a million different ways to see our emotions
We got a million different ways to trick our heads to bring us down
We got a million different colors to see in the ocean
But every time I analyze it plays a trick upon my eyes I'm lost
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
Hold on to the things that keep you young
Nothing lasts forever, gone is gone ('Til we find our way)
Don't be so hard on yourself
There will always be a chance to make it better
Things will get better
We got a million different ways to see our emotions
We got a million different ways to trick our heads to bring us down
We got a million different colors to see in the ocean
But every time I analyze it plays a trick upon my eyes I'm lost
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams
Back to my dreams
@Smurfball98
"We got a million different colours to see in the ocean"... LOVE that line! :D
@Yahtzoom
I love the refrain in this song.
@shadysteve6579
You know what's crazy? I'm an all around metalhead, I listen to black metal, death metal, deathcore, you name it. Yet this and Reap are up there as some of my favorite songs
@corie609
They say that life would be it's hardest in your teenage years
Well, some of what they say is really true
They say that life will come and find you when your heart is new
I don't believe it from the mouths of fools
So hang on, hang on
We got a million different ways to see our emotions
We got a million different ways to trick our heads to bring us down
We got a million different colors to see in the ocean
But every time I analyze it plays a trick upon my eyes I'm lost
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
Living in a world that only takes from you
Makes you want to give in and give up (Don't give up)
But soon you realize that you are not alone
Innocence disguises what you love
So do what you love
We got a million different ways to see our emotions
We got a million different ways to trick our heads to bring us down
We got a million different colors to see in the ocean
But every time I analyze it plays a trick upon my eyes I'm lost
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
Hold on to the things that keep you young
Nothing lasts forever, gone is gone ('Til we find our way)
Don't be so hard on yourself
There will always be a chance to make it better
Things will get better
We got a million different ways to see our emotions
We got a million different ways to trick our heads to bring us down
We got a million different colors to see in the ocean
But every time I analyze it plays a trick upon my eyes I'm lost
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams (Whoa)
I'm finding my way back to my dreams
Back to my dreams
@kenzieuchiha1191
i love this song it's so beautifully written they've out done themselves :D
@Blueyy
I haven't listened to Red Jumpsuit Apparartus for ages. Probably since 'Face Down'. But after seeing all of the OpTic montages. IM BACK!!
@twilightgagafan
can't wait for their album! love this song!
@roflpwned
Reap and Salvation are probably the best songs ive ever heard
@DCROCKCHANNEL
This band should be WAY more famouse :)
@joyg1rl
I love this intro! It's the main reason I listen to the song