Afterlife
Avenged Sevenfold
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Like walking into a dream, so unlike what you've seen so unsure but it seems, 'cause we've been waiting for you Fallen into this place, just giving you a small taste of your afterlife here so stay, you'll be back here soon anyway I see a distant light, but girl this can't be right Such a surreal place to see so how did this come to be Arrived too early And when I think of all the places I just don't belong I've come to grips with life and realize this is going too far I don't belong here, we gotta move on dear escape from this afterlife 'Cause this time I'm right to move on and on, far away from here A place of hope and no pain, perfect skies with no rain Can leave this place but refrain, 'cause we've been waiting for you Fallen into this place, just giving you a small taste of your afterlife here so stay, you'll be back here soon anyway This peace on earth's not right (with my back against the wall) No pain or sign of time (I'm much too young to fall) So out of place don't wanna stay, I feel wrong and that's my sign I've made up my mind Give me your hand but realize I just wanna say goodbye Please understand I have to leave and carry on my own life I don't belong here, I gotta move on dear escape from this afterlife 'Cause this time I'm right to move on and on, far away from here Got nothing against you and surely I'll miss you This place full of peace and light, and I'd hope you might take me back inside when the time is right Loved ones back home all crying 'cause they're already missing me I pray by the grace of God that there's somebody listening Give me a chance to be that person I wanna be (I am unbroken; I'm choking on this ecstasy) Oh Lord I'll try so hard but you gotta let go of me (Unbreak me, unchain me, I need another chance to live) I don't belong here, I gotta move on dear escape from this afterlife 'Cause this time I'm right to move on and on, far away from here Got nothing against you and surely I'll miss you This place full of peace and light, and I'd hope you might take me back inside when the time is right
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Written by: BRIAN HANER, JR., JAMES SULLIVAN, JONATHAN SEWARD, MATTHEW SANDERS, ZACHARY BAKER
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13 facts about this song
Band History"Afterlife" is a song by the American heavy metal band Avenged Sevenfold. The band was formed in 1999 in Huntington Beach, California.
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Album InformationThe song “Afterlife” is from their self-titled fourth studio album, "Avenged Sevenfold," released on October 26, 2007.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at number 11 on the US Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart and at number 9 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of the song explore the theme of life after death, where the protagonist finds himself trapped in an afterlife he is not ready for.
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Music Style"Afterlife" showcases the band’s unique mix of heavy metal, hard rock, and melodic elements.
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Song LengthThe song is approximately 5 minutes and 52 seconds long.
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Music VideoThe "Afterlife" music video, directed by Wayne Isham, depicts the band members playing in hell and trying to escape.
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PersonnelThe lead vocals for "Afterlife" are performed by M. Shadows, while the guitar parts are split between Synyster Gates and Zacky Vengeance.
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Instrumentation"Afterlife" is particularly known for its complex instrumental section, which incorporates dual guitar solos, heavy drumming, and even a violin bridge.
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Critical ReceptionThe song received positive reviews from music critics, with praise particularly directed at its technical proficiency and catchy chorus.
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Songwriting"Afterlife" was written by all members of the band, demonstrating their collaborative songwriting process.
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Live PerformancesSince its release, "Afterlife" has been a regular feature in Avenged Sevenfold’s live gigs, often sparking energetic crowd responses.
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Tribute"Afterlife" is one of the last songs recorded by the band's original drummer, The Rev, before his untimely death in 2009. The song is often performed as a tribute to him.
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