Rise Today

Alter Bridge

About Rise Today

"Rise Today" is a song by American hard rock band Alter Bridge. Written by lead guitarist Mark Tremonti and lead vocalist Myles Kennedy, it was produced by Michael "Elvis" Baskette and appeared on the band's 2007 second studio album Blackbird. The track was released as the lead single from the album on July 31, 2007, peaking at number 3 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.


Year:
2007
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The wind is blowing cold
Have we lost our way tonight?
Have we lost our hope to sorrow?

Feels like we're all alone
Running further from what's right
And there are no more heroes to follow

So what are we becoming?
Where did we go wrong?

[Chorus:]
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world

Yeah, oh yeah
Oh, won't you rise today
And change this world?

The sun is beating down
Are we ever gonna change
Can we stop the blood from running?

Our time is running out
Hope we find a better way
Before we find we're left with nothing

For every life that's taken
So much love is wasted

[Chorus:]
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world

Yeah, oh yeah
So won't you rise today
And change

This world
Only love can set it right
This world
If only peace would never die

Seems to me that we've got each other wrong
Was the enemy just your brother all along?

[Chorus:]
Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world

Yeah, oh yeah
Oh won't you rise today
And change this world?

Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world

Yeah, oh yeah
I want to rise today
And change this world

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Alter Bridge

Alter Bridge is an American rock band that was formed in 2004 in Orlando, Florida. It consists of lead guitarist Mark Tremonti, bassist Brian Marshall, and drummer Scott Phillips, all of whom are also members of Creed, alongside lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Myles Kennedy, formerly of The Mayfield Four and the frontman of Slash's current solo project. Tremonti named the group after an actual bridge that used to be located in Grosse Pointe, Michigan, near his former home on Alter Road. more »

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Written by: MARK TREMONTI, MYLES KENNEDY

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17 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Rise Today" is a song belonging to the Alternative metal, hard rock music genres.
Debut Release Year
The song was initially released in the year 2007.
Album Inclusion
"Rise Today" is a part of Alter Bridge's second studio album, "Blackbird".
Chart Success
"Rise Today" achieved remarkable success by reaching the number 3 position on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
Theme Interpretation
The song has a positive and uplifting theme, encouraging listeners to rise against the odds and make a difference in their own lives and in the world.
Song Length
The duration of "Rise Today" is approximately 4 minutes and 21 seconds.
Band Configuration
Alter Bridge primarily consists of Myles Kennedy, Mark Tremonti, Brian Marshall, and Scott Phillips.
Song Inspiration
Mark Tremonti, the band's guitarist, revealed that "Rise Today" was inspired by his hopes for a better world for his children to grow up in.
Music Video
The music video for "Rise Today" subtly represents its theme of wanting to change the world, featuring the band performing against a backdrop of various global unrest news footage.
Radio Premiere
"Rise Today" made its radio premiere in July 2007.
Lyric Contribution
The song's lyrics were written by Mark Tremonti and Myles Kennedy, the band's lead vocalist.
Live Performances
"Rise Today" is a staple song during Alter Bridge's live performances, often used as an encore song.
Recognition
"Rise Today" was nominated for 'Best Single' at the 2008 Kerrang! Awards.
Recording Process
The song was recorded at Studio Barbarosa in Orlando, Florida.
Single Release
"Rise Today" was the lead single from the album "Blackbird".
Song Messaging
The song encourages its listeners to use their voice and power to rise today and create change for a better world tomorrow.
Production Details
The song was produced by Michael "Elvis" Baskette, who has worked with the band on several other projects.

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