Anthem for the Underdog

12 Stones

About Anthem for the Underdog

Anthem for the Underdog is the third album by the rock band 12 Stones. It was released on August 14, 2007. The first single "Lie to Me", was made available on 12 Stones' MySpace and official website along with the second single "Anthem For The Underdog", which was used in the movie Never Back Down. Both singles charted in the top 30 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, while "It Was You" charted in the top 10 on Christian Rock charts. The third single, "Adrenaline", was the theme song for the Met-Rx World's Strongest Man competition in 2007. Anthem for the Underdog debuted at No. 53 on the Billboard 200, and stayed on the chart for four weeks. 


Year:
2007
3:04
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You say you know just who I am
But you can't imagine
What waits for you across the line
You thought you had me
But I'm still here standing
And I'm tired of backing down

And I'm here now feeling the pain
Of a thousand hearts
Been to hell and back again
I won't take this

You try so hard to bring me down
You can't break the broken
You still don't seem to understand
It's your turn to see just
How it feels to be me
How it feels to be knocked down

And you're here now feeling the pain
Of a thousand hearts
You've been to hell and back again
You can't take this

Remember
This feeling

How it feels to be alive
Now you see me through my eyes
And we're here now feeling the beat
Of a thousand hearts
Coming back to life again
We can make it

Remember
This feeling
Remember...

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12 Stones

12 Stones is an American Christianpost-grunge band that was formed in 2000 in Mandeville, Louisiana. It currently consists of vocalist Paul McCoy, guitarist Eric Weaver, drummer Aaron Gainer, and bassist Will Reed. They have sold more than 2 million records. more »

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Written by: AARON JOSEPH GAINER, ANTHONY MCCOY, ERIC WEAVER

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Anthem for the Underdog" is a song by American rock band 12 Stones from Mandeville, Louisiana. The band was formed in 2000 and has released several albums with "Anthem for the Underdog" being a popular hit.
Album Information
"Anthem for the Underdog" is the title track and second single from their third studio album of the same name, which was released on August 14, 2007.
Chart Performance
The song did exceptionally well on the charts. It reached No. 26 on the U.S Billboard Mainstream Rock chart and No. 48 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks list.
Song Theme
The song is a ballad that uplifts those who've been overlooked, undesired, or underestimated, hence the title "Anthem for the Underdog". The lyrics are inspirational and can be seen as a rally cry for those that feel less than perfect or who have been set aside by society.
Use in Sports
"Anthem for the Underdog" has been used by several sports teams as a motivational song, including the NFL's Baltimore Ravens.
Movie Appearance
The song also appears in the 2010 film, "Never Back Down", which revolves around the world of mixed martial arts. The uplifting theme of the song perfectly aligns with the movie's plot.
Band's Evolution
"Anthem for the Underdog" signaled a stylistic evolution for 12 Stones. Their earlier work was more rooted in post-grunge, while this song and its corresponding album leaned more toward polished, mainstream rock.
Songwriting
Paul McCoy, the lead vocalist of 12 Stones, was heavily involved in writing the song. McCoy is renowned for his evocative lyrics that often tackle complex social and personal issues, which is evident in "Anthem for the Underdog."
Influence
The success of "Anthem for the Underdog" helped 12 Stones to solidify their status in the rock genre and expanded their fan base, thanks to its relatable lyrics and catchy melodies.
Music Video
The music video for "Anthem for the Underdog" has been lauded for its emotive visualization of the song's inspirational theme, with the band performing in an urban setting intercut with scenes of people overcoming various struggles.

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