The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
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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.
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This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
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Ed Sheeran tells a story of unsuccessfully trying to feel “Amazing.” This track is about the being weighed down by emotional stress despite valiant attempts to find some positivity in the situation. This track was written by Ed Sheeran from the perspective of his friend. From the track, we see this person fall deeper into the negative thoughts and slide further down the path of mental torment with every lyric.
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There aren’t many things that’ll hurt more than giving love a chance against your better judgement only to have your heart crushed yet again. Ed Sheeran tells such a story on “Page.” On this track, he is devastated to have lost his lover and even more saddened by the feeling that he may never move on from this.
Wow, kewl little guitar riffs
nice title for the song..but that's just the way the guys in sum 41 are..they're big kids, and i love them for that.
dude....Sum41 rocks....do you even know what punk is?? Anyway...really cool song. I like the title:).
ok sum 41 may not be punk......BUT did they ever state that they were a punk band.......NO i didn't think so shutup. they may not be the most hardcore band in the world but there music is fucking fun....theres good music, fun music, shitty music theres all type and there music is fun and they have a good time playing it so i give them tuns of props for that! l8r
PardonMeMrPunkr:
"Rock, it's what we're all about, it's what we live for..."
Did they ever say they were punk, or that they wanted to be? Didn't think so.
coolest song title ever made...lmao.
I love the name and the song is a total hit in my eyes anyway!!!! But the name is the best ever!! Lol
awww aww lol
I have never heard the song but I just think that the name for it is VERY WEIRD!!! I mean geez. Does whoever made the name for the song wanna do that or something???? It's starting to freak me out!! AHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!! Don't worry I know I am weird already......
I think this song has a very deep meaning about how much Jesus loves you, and how if you sin you'll go to Hell.