This Isn't Everything You Are

Snow Patrol

About This Isn't Everything You Are

"This Isn't Everything You Are" is a song by Northern Irish-Scottish alternative rock group Snow Patrol. The track is the second single from the band's sixth studio album, Fallen Empires, it was released as a digital download on 14 October 2011.


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You can't find the phone, so you can call it off
But it might be for the best
You can't walk away, anyway
'Cause you've nowhere else to go

Is he worth all this, is it a simple yes
'Cause if you have to think, it's fucked
Feels like you've loved him more than he loved you
And you wish you'd never met

Don't keel over now
Don't keel over
Don't keel over now
Don't keel over

You've been up all night and the night before
And you've lost count of drinks and time
And your friends keep calling, worried sick
And there's strangers everywhere

Don't keel over now
Don't keel over
Don't keel over now
Don't keel over

And in one little moment, it all implodes
This isn't everything you are
Breathe deeply in the silence, no sudden moves
This isn't everything you are

Just take the hand that's offered, and hold on tight
This isn't everything you are
There's joy not far from here, I, I know there is
This isn't everything you are

When you took the call, how could you know
That he'd slipped away last night
When you wish you'd went home days ago
To say goodbye, or just hello

Don't keel over now
Don't keel over
Don't keel over now
Don't keel over

And in one little moment, it all implodes
This isn't everything you are
Breathe deeply in the silence, no sudden moves
This isn't everything you are

Just take the hand that's offered, and hold on tight
This isn't everything you are
There's joy not far from here, I, I know there is
This isn't everything you are

This isn't everything you are
This isn't everything you are

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Snow Patrol

Snow Patrol are a British alternative rock band formed at the University of Dundee in 1994. The group comprises Gary Lightbody (vocals, guitar), Jonny Quinn (drums), Nathan Connolly (guitar, backing vocals), Paul Wilson (bass guitar, backing vocals) and Tom Simpson (keyboards). (piano, guitar, backing vocals). Initially an indie rock band, their first three records, the EP Starfighter Pilot (1997), and the studio albums Songs for Polarbears (1998) and When It's All Over We Still Have to Clear Up (2001), were commercially unsuccessful and were released by the independent labels Electric Honey and Jeepster respectively. The band then signed on to the major record label Polydor Records in 2002. more »

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Written by: GARRET JACKNIFE LEE, GARY LIGHTBODY, JONATHAN GRAHAM QUINN, NATHAN CONNOLLY, PAUL WILSON, TOM SIMPSON

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"This Isn't Everything You Are" was released as the second single from Snow Patrol's sixth studio album, "Fallen Empires," back in 2011.
Chart Performance
The song had a pretty decent run on the music charts, reaching the top 20 in the UK Singles Chart, even peaking at #3 on the Billboard Hot Adult Top 40 Tracks in the United States.
Significant Lyrics
The lyrics aim to provide solace during challenging times. Lead singer Gary Lightbody said he wrote the song for a friend who was going through a difficult period.
TV Series Feature
The song was featured in the American TV series "The Vampire Diaries" in the episode "The New Deal" first aired in 2012.
Songwriting Credits
The song was jointly written by Gary Lightbody, Paul Wilson, Jonny Quinn, Nathan Connolly, and Tom Simpson, all members of Snow Patrol.
Song Composition
The song is characterized by blending piano, guitar strings, and vocals, resulting in a grand and uplifting melody.
Critic's Take
Critics generally commended "This Isn't Everything You Are" for its emotional depth and Lightbody’s impressive vocal performance.
Inspirational Outlook
The song is often cited for its positive andcomforting message, reminding people not to define themselves by hardship or heartbreak.
Song Duration
"This Isn't Everything You Are" has approximately 4 minutes and 58 seconds, making it one of the longer tracks from "Fallen Empires."
Live Performances
The band often performs the song during their concerts and live shows, where it is well-received by audiences.

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