Battleground
add1ction Lyrics


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They tell us we have no choice
They tell us we have no voice
(We are the ones to take control)

They say that standing alone
Is somewhere so far from home
(We are the ones to take control)
Take me apart and show me right
Let me escape and win this fight
Take me apart and show me right
Cause it took time for me to realize we were always right

We are the ones who have to fight
(And even if we break we'll never fall)
We are the ones who choose to rise
(It took everything we had to see it all)

Every time you wanna stand up and fight
They try to bring you down by telling you
What's wrong or whats right, but tomorrow we rise
(We are the ones to take control)
So watch we kickback
Let me flip facts
As I rip tracks
I could show you the way that you give back
Everyone who believes let me hear that
Everyone who knows is afraid to let go
Alone in a cold world never to show hope

We are the ones who have to fight
(And even if we break we'll never fall)
We are the ones who choose to rise
(It took everything we had to see it all)
Its not too late don't be afraid
To stand and fight

Stand up lets see you fight!!!

We are the ones who have to fight
(And even if we break we'll never fall)
We are the ones who choose to rise
(It took everything we had to see it all)
Its not too late don't be afraid
To stand and fight

We are the ones who have to fight
(And even if we break we'll never fall)
We are the ones who choose to rise
(It took everything we had to see it all)




Its not too late don't be afraid
To stand and fight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Battleground" by add1ction convey a message of empowerment and resilience in the face of struggle. The opening lines suggest a sense of helplessness and disenfranchisement, but the chorus turns that narrative around by asserting agency and determination. The repeated refrain "We are the ones who have to fight" emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's own destiny and not giving up in the face of adversity. The lines "They say that standing alone/Is somewhere so far from home" reflect the difficulty of going against the status quo and the fear of being ostracized, but the song encourages the listener to take that step and make a stand.


The second verse takes a more personal turn, with lines like "Take me apart and show me right/Let me escape and win this fight" suggesting a need for guidance and support. The bridge acknowledges the challenges of standing up for oneself in a world that may not be receptive, but also emphasizes the potential for positive change: "Every time you wanna stand up and fight/They try to bring you down by telling you/What's wrong or what's right, but tomorrow we rise." The final chorus repeats the message of strength and determination, with the added note that it's never too late to join the fight.


Overall, "Battleground" is a poignant reminder that even when things seem insurmountable, there is always hope if we are willing to fight for what we believe in.


Line by Line Meaning

They tell us we have no choice
Despite being told that we have no agency, we are capable of taking control of our situation.


They tell us we have no voice
Despite being told that we are insignificant, our thoughts and feelings matter and should be heard.


(We are the ones to take control)
We, as individuals, have the power to determine the course of our lives and should take action to do so.


They say that standing alone
It is often difficult to go against the grain or stand up for what we believe in when faced with opposition.


Is somewhere so far from home
The act of standing up for oneself can feel foreign and unsettling.


(We are the ones to take control)
Despite feeling out of place, we have the ability to take control and make a change.


Take me apart and show me right
Instead of accepting the status quo, we should actively seek out knowledge and understanding.


Let me escape and win this fight
We are capable of overcoming obstacles and achieving success in our endeavors.


Cause it took time for me to realize we were always right
Though it may take time and experience, we can come to understand the value of our opinions and beliefs.


(And even if we break we'll never fall)
Even in the face of adversity, we can still persevere and thrive.


(It took everything we had to see it all)
Overcoming obstacles and reaching success requires great effort and determination.


Every time you wanna stand up and fight
In order to make a change, we must be willing to stand up for what we believe in.


They try to bring you down by telling you
Others may attempt to discourage us from pursuing our goals and dreams.


What's wrong or whats right, but tomorrow we rise
Despite opposition, we can still look towards the future with hope and determination.


Let me flip facts
We should be willing to challenge conventional wisdom and seek out new perspectives.


As I rip tracks
We can make our mark on the world and leave a lasting impact through our actions.


Everyone who believes let me hear that
Those who share our beliefs and values can be our allies and provide support in our endeavors.


Everyone who knows is afraid to let go
Even those who recognize problems may be hesitant to take action or effect change.


Alone in a cold world never to show hope
When faced with discouragement and isolation, it can be difficult to maintain optimism and hope for the future.


Its not too late don't be afraid
We should not be discouraged by past failures or mistakes and should continue to pursue our goals.


To stand and fight
Taking action and standing up for our beliefs can feel daunting, but it is a necessary step towards effecting change.


Stand up lets see you fight!!!
We should encourage and support each other in the pursuit of our goals and dreams.




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@kaegancoley9657

Chester would be so proud of you guys

@lilliangalvao

I agree a lot!

@b.i.g.j.i.p.s.z.41143

Beautiful drum and background music. Nice guitar riff!

@srv2rabal117

Very nice sound. Congrats!

@soulseeker178

Just found you guys through a friend on Facebook, You guys are awesome. I really like the Linkin Park feel with the mix of rap and rock music. For sure #2 in my top fives for bands I am listening to right now. Top being Breaking Benjamin. But your in my top 5 and I find it really hard for me to get into bands so thats saying something.

@Add1ction

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This song changed my day,for better

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I love this band!

@SaitoNero

Thanks to Baze for the track

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