The Last Garrison

Enter Shikari

About The Last Garrison

"The Last Garrison" is the first single taken from the fourth studio album by British rock band Enter Shikari, The Mindsweep. The song was first played on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show on 20 October 2014, while the single was released on iTunes and Spotify on the same day.


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2015
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Can you hear the war-cry?

The adrenaline bursts through the riverbanks
Welcome to the skirmish (I can’t feel my legs)
Give me morphine, give me morphine, give me more!

No doubt
This is a tragedy for all
(But it ain't over yet)
Head's up and thank f*ck you're still alive!

Still air in my lungs
Still blood in my veins
(We’re part of the last garrison)
Still alive
Still air in my lungs
Still blood in my veins
(We’re part of the last garrison)

I wanna lie here and soak up the sun
But do not alight here, you cannot outrun
“this could be the end” he said, “the end my child”
So I made good use of my face and I smiled

Can you hear the war-cry?

The epinephrine plows through the barriers
Welcome to the skirmish (I can’t feel my arms!)
Give me opium, give me opium, give me help!

No doubt
This is a tragedy for all
(But it ain't over yet)
Head's up and thank f*ck you're still alive!

Still air in my lungs
Still blood in my veins
(We’re part of the last garrison)
Still alive
Still air in my lungs
Still blood in my veins
(We’re part of the last garrison)

I wanna lie here and soak up the sun
But do not alight here, you cannot outrun
“this could be the end” he said, “the end my child”
So I made good use of my face and I smiled

Let’s toast to the fact we got this far
Let’s toast to the fact we got this far

The adrenaline bursts through the riverbanks welcome to the skirmish)
The epinephrine plows through the barriers welcome to the skirmish
The adrenaline bursts through the riverbanks welcome to the skirmish)

Head's up and thank f*ck you're still alive!

Still air in my lungs
Still blood in my veins
(We’re part of the last garrison)
Still alive
Still air in my lungs
Still blood in my veins
(We’re part of the last garrison)

Head's up and thank f*ck you're still alive!

Still air in my lungs
Still blood in my veins
(We’re part of the last garrison)
You're still alive
Still air in my lungs
Still blood in my veins
(We’re part of the last garrison)

Yeah we're still alive

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Enter Shikari

Enter Shikari are a British post-hardcore band formed in 2003 in St Albans, Hertfordshire. They combine post-hardcore and various heavy metal sub-genres, such as metalcore and alternative metal, with elements of various electronic genres, such as electronica, dubstep, trance and occasionally drum and bass, creating a particularly unique sound. The band is named after a boat belonging to Roughton "Rou" Reynolds' uncle, and a character in a play which he wrote before forming the band, both of which are named Shikari. Shikari also means 'Hunter' in Marathi, Persian, Hindi, Nepali, Urdu, Punjabi and Bengali. Their debut album, Take to the Skies was released on 19 March 2007 and reached No. 4 in the Official UK Album Chart. Their second album, titled Common Dreads… more »

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Written by: CHRISTOPHER JOHN BATTEN, LIAM RORY CLEWLOW, ROBERT ROLFE, ROUGHTON REYNOLDS

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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8 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"The Last Garrison" was released as the lead single for Enter Shikari's fourth studio album, "The Mindsweep." - It was released on October 20, 2014, and quickly gained favorable reviews from critics and fans alike.
Song Meaning
The song conveys a powerful message about resilience and endurance, in both personal and global contexts. - Lead vocalist Rou Reynolds described the song as an "expression of defiance and a rebellion against defeatism.”
Music Video
The official music video for "The Last Garrison" was released on November 12, 2014. - It primarily features the band performing in a room filled with lights, serving as a metaphor for energy and hope amidst darkness.
Chart Performance
The song charted at number 91 on the UK Singles Chart and number 2 on the UK Rock & Metal Singles Chart.
Live Performances
"The Last Garrison" is frequently performed at Enter Shikari's live concerts, often eliciting energetic responses from the audience. - The band’s performance of the song at Reading Festival 2016 is particularly notable, showcasing their ability to engage with large crowds.
Song Composition
As notable in many of Enter Shikari's songs, "The Last Garrison" features a distinct blend of post-hardcore, electronic music, and alternative rock, creating a unique and refreshing sound.
Lyrics
The lyrics are filled with hopeful sentiments and rallying cries, such as the repeated line: "still got blood pumping through my veins." - This reinforces the song's overall theme of resilience, making it an anthem for people going through tough times.
Band Members' Thoughts
The band members have expressed how much they enjoy playing this song live due to its energy and the positive reception it gets from their fans.

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