Seize the Day
Avenged Sevenfold
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Seize the day or die regretting the time you lost It's empty and cold without you here, too many people to ache over I see my vision burn, I feel my memories fade with time But I'm too young to worry These streets we travel on Will undergo our same lost past I found you here, now please just stay for a while I can move on with you around I hand you my mortal life, but will it be forever? I'd do anything for a smile Holding you 'til our time is done We both know the day will come But I don't want to leave you I see my vision burn I feel my memories fade with time But I'm too young to worry A melody, a memory, or just one picture Seize the day or die regretting the time you lost It's empty and cold without you here, too many people to ache over Newborn life replacing all of us Changing this fable we live in No longer needed here so where do we go? Will you take a journey tonight, follow me past the walls of death? But girl, what if there is no eternal life? I see my vision burn I feel my memories fade with time But I'm too young to worry A melody, a memory, or just one picture Seize the day or die regretting the time you lost It's empty and cold without you here, too many people to ache over Trials in life, questions of us existing here Don't wanna die alone without you here Please tell me what we have is real So, what if I never hold you, yeah Or kiss your lips again? Woah, so I never want to leave you And the memories of us to see I beg don't leave me Seize the day or die regretting the time you lost It's empty and cold without you here, too many people to ache over Trials in life, questions of us existing here Don't wanna die alone without you here Please tell me what we have is real Silence you lost me, no chance for one more day Silence you lost me, no chance for one more day [then continues in the background] I stand here alone Falling away from you, no chance to get back home I stand here alone Falling away from you, no chance to get back home
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Written by: Zachary Baker, Matthew Sanders, James Sullivan, Brian Jr. Haner
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Title OriginThe song "Seize the Day" is an English translation of the Latin phrase "Carpe Diem", a philosophy urging people to make the most out of their present moments.
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Album Information"Seize the Day" is from the band's third studio album, "City of Evil," which was released in 2005. The album marked the band's mainstream success and first platinum certification.
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Chart PerformanceThe song charted on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks at number 27, making it one of Avenged Sevenfold's most successful songs.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Seize the Day" was released in 2006, directed by Wayne Isham. It follows a storyline where one of the band members, played by lead vocalist M. Shadows, gets involved in illegal activities that lead to his arrest and the death of his pregnant wife.
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Popular AcclaimThe music video for "Seize the Day" won the award for Best International Video by a Group at the MuchMusic Video Awards in 2007.
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Song ThemesThe song addresses themes of love, mortality, and making the most of opportunities. It is considered one of Avenged Sevenfold’s more emotional songs and drifting from their usual heavy metal sound, it is slower and more comparable to ballads.
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Song Composition"Seize the Day" features a prominent guitar solo by lead guitarist Synyster Gates. It also includes a string section, showcasing the band's ability and versatility in incorporating various musical elements into their style.
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Tribute ConcertsThe band often performs this song during their concerts as a tribute to their late drummer, Jimmy ‘The Rev’ Sullivan, who passed away in 2009.
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Instrument CollaborationsThe band collaborated with a string section to create the orchestral arrangement in the song. This was something new for Avenged Sevenfold, expanding their musical style.
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Cultural Impact"Seize the Day" has been used in several media contexts. It was included in the soundtrack for the video game, Saints Row 2, broadening its exposure and fan base.
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