1) an American five-pi… Read Full Bio ↴Whippersnapper is the name of at least two bands:
1) an American five-piece melodic punk band that formed in 1992 and disbanded in 2002
2) an English folk-rock "super-group" formed in 1984 and led by ex-Fairport fiddle player Dave Swarbrick
1) Whippersnapper was an American five-piece melodic punk band, formed in 1992 hailing from Atlanta GA. Their music was fast paced punk with a melodic touch, much in the vein of Lagwagon, Strung Out, etc. Whippersnapper released 3 albums in their career, the first released in 1998 and the last in 2002. Sometime shortly after their last album Whippersnapper unfortunately broke up, though few realized or heard about it. Whippersnapper has no official website and is listed as 'inactive' in the bands section of "Fueled by Ramen", their final record label.
http://www.myspace.com/whippersnappermusic
2) Whippersnapper was the name of an English folk/folk-rock supergroup formed in 1984, comprising ex-Fairport fiddle player Dave Swarbrick, present Fairporter Chris Leslie, alongside Kevin Dempsey and Martin Jenkins.
An Open Invitation
Whippersnapper Lyrics
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An open invitation from the road
As we leave our friends and our families
An uncertainty we share
Are we strong enough to take this on our own?
At times it seems our will remains in question, unanswered
And every day brings newfound strain and pressure
The struggle is whether we keep it together and grow
Or break under pressure, falter or fail in our goal
We're taking this road for ourselves
We can't follow the path that is laid out for some
With strength from each other, our family, our brothers
There's nothing we can't overcome
Take the time to listen, something's calling in the air
An open invitation from the world
As you leave your friends and your family
An uncertainty they share
Are you strong enough to take this on your own?
It's not enough to shrug your shoulders
Saying, "you're waiting"
To take this step you can't hold back
Embrace it, you're changing
The struggle is whether you keep it together and grow
Or break under pressure, falther or fail in your goal
You're taking this road for yourself
You can't fallow the path that is laid out for some
With strength from each other, your family, your brothers
There's nothing you won't overcome
To take this step you can't hold back
Embrace it, you're changing
The song "An Open Invitation" by Whippersnapper is all about taking risks and following your heart, even when it means leaving behind the comfort of family and friends. The lyrics acknowledge the uncertainty that comes with heading down an unfamiliar path, but ultimately encourage listeners to embrace that uncertainty and trust in their own strength and the support of their loved ones.
The first verse sets the scene, with the singer urging listeners to pay attention to "something's calling in the air," and inviting them to embark on a journey with an "open invitation from the road." The second verse delves deeper into the doubts that can arise when taking such a risk, acknowledging that it's natural to question whether you have the "will" to succeed. But the chorus encourages listeners to persevere, assuring them that with the support of their "family" and "brothers," they can overcome anything.
The bridge of the song is particularly powerful, urging listeners not to "hold back" and to "embrace" the changes that come with taking risks. The final chorus repeats the central message of the song, emphasizing the importance of following your own path and finding strength in the people around you.
Overall, "An Open Invitation" is a song that speaks to anyone who has ever faced a decision that requires them to step outside their comfort zone and take a chance. It's a reminder that the path to success is rarely clear or easy, but that with the right mindset and support system, anything is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Take the time to listen, something's calling in the air
Pay attention, there is a calling or an opportunity in the air
An open invitation from the road
There is an opportunity on the road, waiting for those who dare to take it
As we leave our friends and our families
We have to leave behind our loved ones to pursue this opportunity
An uncertainty we share
We all feel uncertain about this journey, but we are in this together
Are we strong enough to take this on our own?
We wonder if we have what it takes to pursue this opportunity without any help
At times it seems our will remains in question, unanswered
Sometimes we doubt if we have the determination and strength to see this through
And every day brings newfound strain and pressure
Every day presents new obstacles and challenges that put us under pressure
We're changing
This journey is transforming us into something different and better
The struggle is whether we keep it together and grow
The challenge is to stay resilient and continue growing despite the difficulties
Or break under pressure, falter or fail in our goal
Alternatively, we may fail to overcome the obstacles and fail to achieve our desired goal
We're taking this road for ourselves
We are pursuing this opportunity because we want to, and not because someone else told us to
We can't follow the path that is laid out for some
We can't take the same path as others because our journey is unique and different
With strength from each other, our family, our brothers
We can draw strength and support from our loved ones, our family, and our friends
There's nothing we can't overcome
Together we can overcome any obstacle or challenge that comes our way
It's not enough to shrug your shoulders
We can't simply ignore or dismiss this opportunity
Saying, "you're waiting"
We can't make excuses and say that we are waiting for something else to happen
To take this step you can't hold back
We have to take a bold step and move forward without hesitation
Embrace it, you're changing
We have to embrace this journey because it is transforming us into something better
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ANDY MUNN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jankmedia1985
Fantastic song. Heard this in Amped: Freestyle Snowboarding on the OG XBOX. Did some sleuthing and finally found the name of the band. Thanks for the upload.
@goharderthanyesterday3935
Same amped 2 is fire
@mimjargle
<3 they don't make em like they used to