In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
A step apart, I don't fit In with my peers, but I don't give a shit Laughed at in the streets of my town Their laughter hurts, but I'll hold my ground
Hold Your...GROUND Hold Your...Hold Your Ground
It's time to stand up, for what you believe Have no fear of your critics Be proud of the life you lead You may be different from your friends but if their true they'll understand
Hold your ground - Be yourself and be the best you can Step Out!
Conformity, the easy way to be accepted I'd rather be outcast any day. It's hard to be yourself with all the pressures coming down, It takes a strong fucking person to hold your ground.
Hold You...GROUND Hold Your...Hold Your Ground
Hold Your...GROUND Hold Your...Hold Your Ground
It's time to stand up, for what you believe Have no fear of your critics Be proud of the life you lead You may be different from your friends but if their true they'll understand
Hold your ground - Be yourself and be the best you can Step Out!
Conformity, the easy way to be accepted I'd rather be outcast any day. It's hard to be yourself with all the pressures coming down, It takes a strong fucking person to hold your ground.
Hold You...GROUND Hold Your...Hold Your Ground
Lyrics submitted by xJoeBoothx
Hold Your Ground Lyrics as written by David Hodges Chris Hobbs
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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I don't fit in with my peers either.