Pride

American Authors

About Pride

"Pride" is a song by American indie rock band American Authors. The song was written by band members Zachary Barnett, David Rublin, Matthew Sanchez and James Shelley with producers Aaron Accetta and Shep Goodman. The track was released by Mercury Records and Island Records as second single from their second album What We Live For.


Year:
2016
3:11
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My home don't feel the same
Last year flew by, goodbye to the good vibes
What we thought were the best times
Nights out with the people I love
Now I'm lost in the neighborhood
That raised me, praised me, made me who I am
But my father was twice the man
And now that pain's resurfacing

Brooklyn don't feel the same
Maybe I'm the one who's changed or the one to blame
Another drink down the drain
Ten more before I get on that plane
I swear I knew just what to say
It's all there on the tip of my tongue
But I don't feel good enough for anyone

But I won’t fold
I know 'cause I-I-I-I got this feeling

I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
I ain't never letting go, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever gonna sell my soul
I-I-I-I got this feeling
I-I-I got this feeling
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride

Pushed out of the family tree
Upside down, but it was a good life
I fell hard for the wine in France
I didn't call you back 'cause I was learning to dance
This is who I'd become
It's all there on the tip of my tongue
Wish I was good enough for anyone

No, I won't unfold
I know cause I-I-I-I got this feeling

I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
I ain't never letting go, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever gonna sell my soul
I-I-I-I got this feeling
I-I-I got this feeling
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride

Take or leave who I am
'Cause this is me

Like a fish out of water
Do I belong here?
But I'm never gonna lose, I'm never giving up my pride
I'm lost in the ocean
Like a note in a bottle
But I'm never gonna lose, I'm never giving up my pride

This is me, who I am

I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride
I ain't never letting go, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever gonna sell my soul
I-I-I-I got this feeling
I-I-I got this feeling
I ain't never giving up, I ain't never ever, I ain't never ever giving up my pride

Take or leave who I am
'Cause this is me ('cause this is me)

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American Authors

American Authors is an American rock band based in New York City currently signed to Island Records. It currently consists of lead vocalist and guitarist Zac Barnett, lead guitarist and banjoist James Adam Shelley, bassist Dave Rublin, and drummer Matt Sanchez. They are best known for their hit singles "Believer" and "Best Day of My Life" from their debut album Oh, What a Life, as well as their Top 20 hit, "Go Big or Go Home", from their second album, What We Live For. more »

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Written by: AARON ACCETTA, ZACHARY BARNETT, MICHAEL GOODMAN, DAVID RUBLIN, MATTHEW SANCHEZ, JAMES SHELLEY

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs

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14 facts about this song

Genre
"Pride" by American Authors is a song categorized under the genre of Alternative/Indie.
Album Details
This song is part of the band's second album called "What We Live For," released in 2016.
Music Video
The music video for "Pride" was shot in New Orleans, showcasing the vibrant local culture, parades, and lively environment of the city.
Member Contribution
All four band members; Zac Barnett, James Adam Shelley, Dave Rublin, and Matt Sanchez, contributed to the lyrics and music of "Pride."
Live Performances
The band has frequently performed "Pride" during their live concerts and included it in their shows for a full interactive experience with their fans.
Deep Meaning
The song holds deeper meaning for the band as it speaks to their feelings of perseverance and their determination to continue making music despite the challenges that come their way.
LGBTQ+ Community
The song title "Pride" made it an instant favorite in the LGBTQ+ community, being recognized as one that promotes self-love, acceptance, and pride in one's identity.
Influences
The band members revealed that while they were working on this song, they were inspired by the enduring spirit of their favorite musicians, many of whom struggled an entire lifetime in pursuit of success.
Chart Performance
"Pride" was popularly received by fans, maintaining strong chart performances in several countries.
Playlist
It frequently makes it onto the top spots in various playlists for feel-good, motivational and inspirational songs.
Critic Reviews
Critics gave generally favorable reviews for the song, praising its optimistic and bold message.
Instrumentation
Signature to the American Authors style, this song features powerful, anthemic choruses, uplifting harmonies and a mix of traditional and electronic instruments.
Streaming Platforms
Besides being available for purchase, "Pride" can be streamed on all major music platforms, including Spotify and Apple Music.
Collaboration
American Authors collaborated with Billy Raffoul on a reimagined version of the song "Pride." The new version was released in November 2021 on Spotify.

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