Before I Die
Papa Roach
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I’m out here on my own I’m giving it a go alone I’m begging on my knees Is there a God to save me I’ve been a retched soul From my heart down to my toes I was lost in my disease And you were right there screaming Don’t change when it’s too late Maybe I said the right things wrong But one last shot was too far gone But if I can I swear that I Will live for you before I die Maybe I pushed you way too far To pull you back from where you are But if I can I swear that I Will live for you before I die From the valley of the dead I’m hearing every word you said I’m trying to apologize But I can’t feel my feelings Are you giving us some room to grow Or digging us a deeper hole You’re killing any shred of hope For us to believe in Don’t change when it it’s too late Maybe I said the right things wrong But one last shot was too far gone But if I can I swear that I Will live for you before I die Maybe I pushed you way too far To pull you back from where you are But if I can I swear that I Will live for you before I die I’m out here on my own I’m sick of being here alone I know where I belong But I can’t find my way home Find my way home Find my way home Find my way home Find my way Maybe I said the right things wrong But one last shot was too far gone But if I can I swear that I Will live for you before I die Maybe I pushed you way too far To pull you back from where you are But if I can I swear that I Will live for you before I die Will live for you before I die I will live for you before I die
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Written by: JACOBY DAKOTA SHADDIX, JAMES MICHAEL, JERRY ALLAN JR. HORTON, TOBIN JOSEPH ESPERANCE
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12 facts about this song
Release DateThe song "Before I Die" by Papa Roach was released as a single from their seventh studio album, "The Connection" in 2012.
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Chart PerformanceThe song achieved significant chart success, peaking at number two on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart.
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Genre"Before I Die" falls under the alternative rock, hard rock, and electronic rock genres, perfectly capturing the band's signature sound and their ability to blend various styles.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Before I Die", released on December 5, 2012, was directed by award-winning director, Robby Starbuck. The video is known for its emotional and dramatic plot that reflects the lyrics of the song.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Tobin Esperance, Jerry Horton, Jacoby Shaddix, and James Michael, with the latter also acting as a producer for the track.
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Musical CompositionThe song is known for its blend of heavy guitar riffs, electronic elements, and soaring vocals. A prime example of how Papa Roach was able to adapt their sound to the changing musical landscape.
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LyricsLyrically, "Before I Die" is considered one of Papa Roach's more emotional songs. It deals with themes of love, loss, and longing, with a focus on the singer's desire to be remembered by his loved ones.
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Critical ReceptionThe song has received generally favorable reviews from critics. Many have praised the song's emotional depth and the polished, multi-genre sound.
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Live Performances"Before I Die" has become a highlight in many of Papa Roach's live performances, often drawing crowd responses due to its emotive lyrical content.
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Album ArtworkThe single cover features a close-up shot of a masked man, which is consistent with the dark and dramatic theme of the song and the album as a whole.
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Influence and ImpactThe song's commercial success and the emotional complexity on display in "Before I Die" have made the song one of the band's most beloved tracks, further cementing Papa Roach's status as rock music stalwarts.
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Band MembersThe credit for the performance of the song goes to the then band members Jacoby Shaddix (vocals), Jerry Horton (guitar, backing vocals), Tobin Esperance (bass guitar), and Tony Palermo (drums).
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