Before the Worst

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About Before the Worst

"Before the Worst" is a song by Irish band The Script, released as the fifth and final single from their self-titled debut album The Script. The Script performed "Before The Worst" during half time of the 2009 NRL Grand Final. The single reached #10 in Australia and was certified gold. The music video was filmed in Belfast, Northern Ireland and premiered on Channel 4 as part of T4.


Year:
2008
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It's been a while since the two of us talked
About a week since the day that you walked
Knowing things would never be the same
With your empty heart and mine full of pain

So explain to me, how it came to this
Let's take it back to the night we kissed
It was Dublin city on a Friday night
With vodkas and coke, I was Guinness all night

We were sitting with our backs against the world
Saying things that we thought but never heard
Who would have thought it would end up like this?

But everything we talked about is gone
And the only chance we have of moving on
Was trying to take it back before it all went wrong

Before the worst
Before we met
Before our hearts decided it's time to love again
Before today
Before too long
Let's try and take it back before it all went wrong

There was a time that we'd stay up all night
Best friends, yeah, talking til the daylight
Took the joys alongside the pain
With not much to lose but so much to gain

Are you hearing me? 'Cause I don't wanna miss
That you would drift on memory bliss
It was Grafton street, on a rainy night
I was down on one knee and you were mine for life

We were thinking we would never be apart
With your name tattooed across my heart
Who would have thought it would end up like this?

But everything we talked about is gone
And the only chance we have of moving on
Was trying to take it back before it all went wrong

Before the worst
Before we met
Before our hearts decided it's time to love again
Before today
Before too long
Let's try and take it back before it all went wrong

If these clouds don't clear
Then we'll rise above it, we'll rise above it
Heaven's gate is so near, come walk me through
Just like we used to, just like we used to, yeah

Let's take it back before it all went wrong

Before the worst
Before we met
Before our hearts decided it's time to love again
Before today
Before too long

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The Script

The Script are an Irish alternative rock band from Dublin formed in 2001. Based in London after signing to Sony Label Group imprint Phonogenic, the band released their eponymous debut album in August 2008, featuring the hit songs "The Man Who Can't Be Moved" and "Breakeven". The album debuted at number one in Ireland and the UK. Their second album, Science & Faith, was released in September 2010, and contains the hit songs "For the First Time" and "Nothing". The album debuted at number one in Ireland and the UK, and number three on the US Billboard 200. Their third album #3 was released in the UK on 10 September 2012, charting at number 2 in its first week. more »

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Written by: DANIEL O'DONOGHUE, GLEN POWER, MARK SHEEHAN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Before the Worst" was released as the third single from The Script's eponymous debut studio album "The Script" in 2009.
Chart Performances
The song managed to hit number 15 on the official UK Top 100 Singles Chart, becoming their third consecutive Top 20 hit. It also reached number 48 on the Irish Singles Chart.
Music Styling
The song blends elements of pop-rock, alternative rock, and soft rock, indicative of The Script's distinct musical style.
Songwriting Credits
The song was written by the three band members of The Script - Danny O'Donoghue, Mark Sheehan, and Glen Power - demonstrating their songwriting skills.
Thematic Content
"Before the Worst" focuses thematically on reminiscing about a past relationship, hinting at regret, longing, and reflection, particularly during a time of separation.
Music Video
The music video for the song depicts the band performing in a bar mixed with shots of the story presented in the lyrics, giving viewers a visual representation of the song's theme.
Live Performances
"Before the Worst" has been a staple during The Script's live performances, and the band is noted for their energetic and emotive live rendering of the song.
Fan Reception
The song has been embraced by fans for its catchy melody and relatable lyrics, further enhancing the band's reputation for creating emotive and anthemic songs.
Critical Reception
Although it didn't enjoy the same level of critical acclaim as some of their other singles, "Before the Worst" was generally well received by critics, with praises generally directed towards its lyrical quality and vocal performance.
Song Duration
The original version of the song on the album lasts 3 minutes and 23 seconds, making it a fairly typical length for a pop-rock song.

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