The Long Defeat
Thrice Lyrics


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The tyranny of deterioration
Worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Still I believe there's a breath through the thorns
And I believe the summer's warm
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black

So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come? For all I know
We'll never see the sun, but together we'll fight the long defeat

Suffering that I see all around
It's enough to keep me crashing down
Till I, I'm wrecked and wreathing from these falls
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
And I believe there's a way through the fire
And I, believe, there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls

So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light



But will the morning come? For all I know
We'll never see the sun, but together we'll fight the long defeat

Overall Meaning

The song "The Long Defeat" by Thrice is an introspective and reflective piece that talks about the struggles and difficulties of life that often seem like a "long defeat". The lyrics express the fear of deterioration, the feeling of being stuck in one place, and the constant temptation to give up. Despite feeling all these things, the singer still believes in hope and that there is still light amidst the darkness.


The first verse talks about the fear of deterioration, that everything could be just a waste of time. It's a feeling that most people go through, especially when faced with setbacks and failures. It's easy to give up when things don't go as planned, but the lyrics suggest that there is still a way forward, even if it's slow and uncertain. The second verse describes how the suffering and struggles of others can bring a person down, but there is still hope amidst the pain. The singer believes that there is a way through the fire and that joy can be found beyond the walls of sorrow.


Overall, the song is an honest and vulnerable take on the human experience, acknowledging the difficulties of life while still finding hope and encouragement. The lyrics are relatable, and the melody is melancholic but beautiful, making it a great song to listen to when feeling down.


Line by Line Meaning

The tyranny of deterioration
The fear of things getting worse over time


Worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Causes me concern that everything is pointless


Taking one step forward, two steps back
Making slow progress or facing setbacks


Still I believe there's a breath through the thorns
Optimistic that there is a path through difficulties


And I believe the summer's warm
Faith in the good things in life


And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black
Belief in the future being brighter than the present


So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Continue to have hope without guarantees


Holding on to a memory of light
Recalling times when things were better


But will the morning come? For all I know
Doubting whether things will get better


We'll never see the sun, but together we'll fight the long defeat
Despite the challenges, we will persevere together


Suffering that I see all around
Observing the pain in the world


It's enough to keep me crashing down
Feeling overwhelmed by the sadness in the world


Till I, I'm wrecked and wreathing from these falls
Until I am broken and struggling from my mistakes


Still I believe there's a word in the wire
Having faith that there is meaning in life


And I believe there's a way through the fire
Confident that there is a path through difficult times


And I, believe, there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls
Belief in the potential for happiness beyond current circumstances




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Fernando Perez

[Verse 1]
The tyranny of deterioration
It worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Still I believe there's a thread through the thorns
Yeah I believe that somewhere it's warm
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black

[Chorus]
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come?
For all I know we’ll never see the sun
But together we’ll fight the long defeat

[Verse 2]
The suffering that I see all around
It's enough to keep me crashing down till I
I lie wrecked and reeling from these falls
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
And I believe there's a way through the fire
And I believe there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls

[Chorus]
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come?
For all I know we’ll never see the sun
But together we’ll fight the long defeat



thebigone022

The tyranny of deterioration
It worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Still I believe there's a thread through the thorns
And I believe that somewhere it's warm
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black

So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come? For all I know
We’ll never see the sun, but together we’ll fight the long defeat

The suffering that I see all around
It's enough to keep me crashing down till I
I lie wrecked and reeling from these falls
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
And I believe there's a way through the fire
And I believe there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls

So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come? For all I know
We’ll never see the sun, but together we’ll fight the long defeat



Tubesock Romance

Alright. I've seen a ton of feedback on Thrice's vocals of late. "Raspy"... "Tall" ... "Dark" ... "Handsome" ....... ...... ...... "Meep".
I will say — the vocal's in this album sound EXTREMELY FAMILIAR.

But wait! OH YES! ——The lead singer from a certain band, who've 'been out' since 2012...
I NOW SUPERIMPOSE THAT, IMAGINE DRAGONS' OWN SINGER, DAN REYNOLDS, SANG THIS ENTIRE THRICE ALBUM!!

Imagine Dragon — "Night Visions": Release date: September 4, 2012.
Thrice — "To Be Everywhere Is To Be Nowhere": Release date: May 27, 2016.|

A FOUR YEAR DIFFERENCE!!
I'M CALLING.... "SHENANIGANS"! Flinches



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Emissary Art & Music

Thrice has written many great songs throughout the years, but I can definitively say that this is my all-time favorite. The euphoric energy from the start is almost overwhelming. The lead melody is urgently inspiring on a deeply human level. The lyrics and vocal delivery carry so much emotion. It's a poignant experience from start to finish.

Beezy Beez

Thrice is the best band ever! 🔥But you need to go listen to Whispering Wolf by SLT right now ! You’re missing out 🤘🐺🥁🐺🤘:)

Groucho Marx

There's just something about the way he sings "For all I know, we'll never see the sun" that gets me every time. It just sounds good.

Beezy Beez

Thrice is the best band ever! 🔥But you need to go listen to Whispering Wolf by SLT right now ! You’re missing out 🤘🐺🥁🐺🤘.!

sirundying

you and us all brother

Fernando Perez

[Verse 1]
The tyranny of deterioration
It worries me that it's all just a waste of time
Taking one step forward, two steps back
Still I believe there's a thread through the thorns
Yeah I believe that somewhere it's warm
And I believe that it's ever bright beyond this black

[Chorus]
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come?
For all I know we’ll never see the sun
But together we’ll fight the long defeat

[Verse 2]
The suffering that I see all around
It's enough to keep me crashing down till I
I lie wrecked and reeling from these falls
Still I believe there's a word in the wire
And I believe there's a way through the fire
And I believe there's a joy that blooms beyond these walls

[Chorus]
So keep holding on to hope without assurance
Holding on to a memory of light
But will the morning come?
For all I know we’ll never see the sun
But together we’ll fight the long defeat

Beezy Beez

Thrice is the best band ever! 🔥But you need to go listen to Whispering Wolf by SLT right now ! You’re missing out 🤘🐺🥁🐺🤘

Ricardo Hernandez

✌🏻

Audrey and Remington

@Harry Alfredo a trick: click the three dots to the right of a comment to report the comment for spam

Fernando Perez

Your welcome

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