The release of their EP Burning Satellites, produced by Grammy and Dove award-winning producer Travis Wyrick (P.O.D., Disciple, and Pillar), shows that We As Human pulls no punches when it comes to speaking the truth and getting their point across to the listener. Hard-hitting topics saturate this collection of songs, ranging from false prophets to dying to oneself and even touching on abortion from the child's perspective.
In regards to the messages penned within the lyrics, lead vocalist Justin Cordle states, "When people put in a We As Human album I want it to challenge their thinking, challenge their mentality a bit...because if you can get people thinking, they'll do the rest. They'll make up their minds; they'll make the choice, right or wrong. It says to simply present the gospel, to be transformed by the renewing of your mind. What I would hope people take away is a whole lot of things to think about. And what they do with those thoughts, emotions and feelings is completely up to them."
With a highly anticipated tour with The Wedding and six festivals already booked for 2009, We As Human is looking forward to bringing their message and self-efficient rock show to the people.
"Rock and roll was born out of this experience that people were having. They loved the huge sound; they loved the big lights, the big stages, the big guitars..." Justin Cordle states. "We believe that the rock and roll feel has been dumbed-down in the Christian industry and that the industry holds the mentality that the bands that include too much of themselves into the ministry become selfish and prideful."
Justin disagrees with that form of thinking completely, responding, "I think the reason people come to shows is because they want to be entertained...it's still an entertainment business. And while we do talk about our faith, we do consider it a ministry, we do make sure that we keep ourselves in check and in balance--at the same time, we love rock and roll and the show and everything that the people love, so we try to do it as big and as bad as we can."
Even though We As Human is all about bringing rock and roll back to the masses, the band does not shy away or pretend to leave behind their main purpose for being a band."If I could get on a megaphone to the entire world right now I would want to tell them that there is hope in Jesus and that their life can be changed entirely by Jesus...when the lights go out and everything is over that's the only message that I would really want people to know--and that's the only message that even matters in this whole world."
Strike Back
We As Human Lyrics
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You want to break me but not this time
You underestimate the moment you shove
You've got no idea what I'm capable of
No, no you don't
You think I'm going to back down
You better think again
The bigger they are, the harder they fall
You're going to suffer
Hit me, I'll hit back harder
The bigger you are, the harder you fall
It's your darkest hour
Hit me, I hit you harder
When my back's against the wall
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
When my back's against the wall
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
You are the darkness and I am the light
You are the fallen and Heaven don't lie
So, so, so step back you're crossing the line
If I told once I've told you one thousand times
No, no you don't
You think I'm going to back down
You better think again
I've always said
The bigger they are, the harder they fall
You're going to suffer
Hit me, I'll hit back harder
The bigger you are, the harder you fall
It's your darkest hour
Hit me, I hit you harder
When my back's against the wall
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
When my back's against the wall
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
Strike back
The bigger they are, the harder they fall
The bigger they are, the harder they fall
You've got my back against the wall
You've got my back, you're going to fall
The bigger they are, the harder they fall
You're going to suffer
Hit me, I'll hit back harder
The bigger you are, the harder you fall
It's your darkest hour
Hit me, I hit you harder
The bigger they are
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
The harder they fall
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
The bigger you are, (the bigger you are) the harder you fall
When my back's against the wall
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
When my back's against the wall
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
The lyrics to We as Human's Strike Back can be interpreted as a call-to-action to stand up against anyone who tries to hold back or oppress the singer. The recurring line, "The bigger they are, the harder they fall," serves to emphasize that no matter how powerful an opponent may seem, they still have vulnerabilities that can be exploited. The lyrics portray the singer as someone who won't back down when pushed, believing that their own strength is underestimated. The singer sees themselves as standing in opposition to the darkness represented by the antagonist, and asserts their own status as someone who brings light to the situation.
The chorus seems to encapsulate the primary message of the song. In the face of adversity, the singer says they will "strike back," offering a commitment to pushing back against whoever they need to in order to make a change. The repeated refrain of "when my back's against the wall" creates a sense of urgency and intensity, suggesting that the singer will fight hard even when things seem bleak.
1) Strike Back is the lead single from We as Human's debut album, We as Human, released in 2013.
2) The song was written by the band's lead vocalist, Justin Cordle, and other members of the band.
3) The music video for Strike Back features WWE wrestler The Miz and was directed by Shane Drake.
4) The song was featured in the video game Madden NFL 25.
5) Strike Back peaked at number 12 on the Mainstream Rock chart in the United States.
6) The song has been featured in various other media, including commercials, television shows, and trailers.
7) We as Human disbanded in 2016, citing financial difficulties and vocal health concerns.
8) Justin Cordle, the primary songwriter behind Strike Back, later formed a new band called As We Are.
9) The band has cited influences such as Linkin Park, Korn, and Alice in Chains.
10) Strike Back was well-received by critics, with many praising its catchy hooks and energetic delivery.
Chords: Unfortunately, the chords for the song are not available as the artist has not released them.
Line by Line Meaning
You want to push me like I don't mind
You are trying to provoke me, assuming that I won't retaliate.
You want to break me but not this time
You've tried to defeat me before, but I won't let you this time.
You underestimate the moment you shove
You don't realize the severity of your actions when you push me.
You've got no idea what I'm capable of
You have no idea of my true strength and power.
You think I'm going to back down
You believe that I will give up or surrender.
You better think again
You should reconsider your assumptions about me.
The bigger they are, the harder they fall
Those who seem unbeatable tend to fail the hardest.
You're going to suffer
You will experience pain or consequences from your actions.
Hit me, I'll hit back harder
If you attack me, I will attack back with greater force.
It's your darkest hour
This is the moment when you are at your lowest point.
When my back's against the wall
When I am in a difficult or challenging situation.
I strike back, I strike back, I strike back
I respond with equal or greater force.
You are the darkness and I am the light
You represent negativity or evil, and I represent positivity or goodness.
You are the fallen and Heaven don't lie
You have succumbed to darkness or sin, and there will be consequences.
Step back you're crossing the line
You are pushing me too far and violating boundaries.
If I told once I've told you one thousand times
I have warned you repeatedly, but you refuse to listen.
The bigger they are, the harder they fall
Repeated for emphasis from earlier in the song.
You've got my back against the wall
You have left me with no option but to fight back.
You're going to fall
You will not succeed in your actions against me.
The bigger they are
Repeated for emphasis from earlier in the song.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: JUSTIN CORDLE, SCOTT C. STEVENS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Pizza Guy
If these guys hadn't broken up so early in their career, I guarantee they'd hit the popularity of Three Days Grace eventually. Their one album is full of absolute bangers.
Jeremy Williams
The drummer Brooks Holt has a YouTube channel. It's his name to find him
SycoKid
I was wondering what happened to these guys. I seen them open for Shinedown.
3 days Grace sucks now with My Gayest Hour singer.
EllieDays
Pasarán los años y está canción sigue siendo increíble. Uff Divina
Canaan B
i'm in a library right now with headphones on, listening to this song, the volume cranked up, and, for the sake of the quiet rule, i'm DESPERATELY trying not to sing along at the top of my lungs.
Viv
+Canaan B dude I do that too!!!! My favorite library song lol!
Brieanna Hartley
Canaan B yaaassssss
Avery Kinggg
Canaan B 100% relatable 🤘
Ze Cannibal Temp
Relatable, worked at a library for 2 years and couldn't help singing along, this song and Alter Bridge happened
Dragonite955
You guys, this band is phenomenal in concert. The instruments, the vocals, everything. Just saw them at winter xtreme the other night, they were fantastic!