The Downfall of Us All
A Day to Remember
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(Da da da de da da da da da da da da) Let's go It's not easy making a name for yourself Where do you draw the line? I never thought I'd be in this far Let's have fun some and never change that for anyone Try not to miss me when I'm gone (Whoa uh oh, whoa uh oh) I sold my soul to the open road (will be the downfall) You'll find me in the same spot believe me I can never stop, my life's turned upside down Meet me out past the train tracks I'm leavin' and not coming back You're right and I was wrong This town will be the downfall of us all I'm gonna need you to try to follow along I did the best that I could to try to write you songs Now go tell them we sold out! Like we're the ones who changed I write what I feel, I say what I mean You can't buy sincerity (Whoa uh oh, whoa uh oh) I sold my soul to the open road (will be the downfall) You'll find me in the same spot believe me I can never stop, my life's turned upside down Meet me out past the train tracks I'm leavin' and not coming back You're right and I was wrong This town will be the downfall of us all Don't forget yourselves we've made up our minds We signed three, four, five on the dotted lines Don't forget yourselves we've made up our minds And we signed three, four, five on the dotted lines You'll find me in the same spot believe me I could never stop, my life's turned upside down Meet me out past the train tracks I'm leavin' and not coming back You're right and I was wrong You'll find me in the same spot believe me I could never stop, my life's turned upside down Meet me out past the train tracks I'm leavin' and not coming back You're right and I was wrong This town will be the downfall of us all This town will be the downfall of us all Downfall of us all Downfall of us all Downfall of us all Downfall of us all
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Written by: Alexander Thomas Shelnutt, Jeremy Wade McKinnon, Joshua Steven Woodard, Neil S Westfall, Thomas H Jr Denney
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13 facts about this song
Core Elements"The Downfall of Us All" is a popular track by American rock band, A Day to Remember.
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Album FeatureThis song is the opening track on the band's third studio album, "Homesick," released in 2009.
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Genre ClassificationThe song, like much of the band's discography, demonstrates a mix of pop-punk, emo, and metalcore styles.
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Chart PerformanceThough not commercially released as a single, the song has achieved a significant degree of popularity, becoming one of the band's most recognizable tracks.
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Live Performances"The Downfall of Us All" is frequently performed during the band's live shows and is often included as part of their encore due to its popularity with fans.
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Song IdentityThe song begins with a group chant, derived from a drumline cadence, which has become a trademark of many of A Day to Remember's songs.
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Symbolic LyricsThe lyrics of the song speaks about struggles in life and how these changes can lead to one's downfall.
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MusicianshipThe song showcases the band's unique blend of melodic choruses and heavy breakdowns, which has become a hallmark of their sound.
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Songwriting Credit"The Downfall of Us All" was written by all five members of the band - Jeremy McKinnon, Neil Westfall, Joshua Woodard, Alex Shelnutt, and Tom Denney.
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Streaming AchievementAs of 2021, "The Downfall of Us All" has over 170 million streams on Spotify, making it one of A Day to Remember's most streamed songs on the platform.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song features a live performance by the band intercut with behind-the-scenes footage, demonstrating both their on-stage energy and their off-stage camaraderie.
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Cultural ImpactThe raw yet catchy melody and relatable lyrics have helped build a loyal fanbase for the band, fostering a sense of community among listeners who connect with the song's themes.
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Awards and NominationsAlthough "The Downfall of Us All" wasn't officially released as a single, the album "Homesick" earned the band the Independent Music Award for Best Album - Punk in 2010. It secured the band's place within the new wave of American heavy rock bands.
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