Rum Is for Drinking, Not for Burning
Senses Fail
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This captain goes down with the ship All hands on deck, stand hip-to-hip I shout the orders, "Shoot to kill!" I'm dressed to thrill, I'm dressed to thrill. And all my enemies, I want their eyes to see, Their captain walk the plank Destroy them, rank by rank. Sail with me into the setting sun The battle has been won, but war has just begun And as we grow, emotion starts to die, We need to find a way, just to keep our desire alive. Now set the sail to quarter mast, We'll jump the ship, we'll sink 'em fast. Men follow me to victory, Red as the sea, Red as the sea. And to the cannons roar, Their bodies dance ashore, A pirate's life for me, I won't go quietly. Sail with me into the setting sun The battle has been won, but war has just begun And as we float, emotion starts to die, We need to find a way, just to keep our desires alive. And to my damsel in distress, You've made a mess of your new dress You've made a mess of your new dress Sail with me into the setting sun The battle has been won, but war has just begun And as we float, emotion starts to die, We need to find a way, just to keep our desires alive. Just to keep our desires alive.
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Written by: DANIEL GERARD TRAPP, DAVID MICHAEL MILLER, GARRETT MICHAEL ZABLOCKI, JAMES ANTHONY BUDDY NIELSEN, MICHAEL JOHN GLITA
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10 facts about this song
Song Title"Rum Is for Drinking, Not for Burning" is a song title directly taken from an age-old saying that's quite popular among the seafarers. It underscores the fondness of sailors for rum, which they prefer to be consumed rather than wasted away.
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Band"Senses Fail" is an American post-hardcore band from Ridgewood, New Jersey, formed in 2002. Their song "Rum Is for Drinking, Not for Burning" is one of their most famous works.
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AlbumThe song is included in their debut studio album titled "Let It Enfold You" that was released in 2004.
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Song's GenreThe genre of the song is post-hardcore, a subgenre of hardcore punk music that maintains the aggression and intensity of the original form but emphasizes a wider range of musical expression.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Rum Is for Drinking, Not for Burning" has an interesting storytelling aspect which resembles a battlefield. The band members are dressed like pirates and are seen fighting against British soldiers, which has been interpreted as a metaphor for standing against oppression and authority.
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Live PerformancesThis song is often used as the opening session in most of the Senses Fail’s live concerts due to its high energy and rousing nature. It's a fan-favorite in their live setlist.
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InspirationsThe band has mentioned that they drew inspiration from both classic and contemporary punk bands in the making of this song, combining the essential elements of punk music with their own unique style.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics depict themes of rebellion and standing up against authority, typical of punk and post-hardcore music. These themes resonate with the independent spirit of seafarers, which is also reflected in the song's title.
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RecognitionThe song is recognized as an anthem for the early 2000s post-hardcore scene and became one of Senses Fail's breakthrough tracks.
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CollaborationThis song, like most tracks in the album "Let It Enfold You", was produced by well-known producer Steve Evetts, who has also worked with the band on multiple other projects.
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