Awakening

Switchfoot

About Awakening

"Awakening" is the second single from Switchfoot's sixth studio album, Oh! Gravity.. The single was released to radio in March 2007. It hit Hot AC radio stations with an impact day of March 26, 2007 and eventually peaked at No. 54 on that format's charts. It was also slated for release to Top 40, Alternative, and Active Rock stations,[1] but saw virtually no play on any of those formats.


Year:
2006
4:08
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Face down with the LA curbside endings
And the ones in zeros.
Downtown was the perfect place to hide.
The first star that I saw last night was a headlight
Of a man-made sky, but man-made never made our dreams collide,
Collide.

Here we are now with the falling sky and the rain,
We're awakening
Here we are now with our desperate youth and the pain,
We're awakening
Maybe it's called ambition, you've been talking in your sleep
About a dream, we're awakening

Last week saw me living for nothing but deadlines,
With my dead beat sky but, this town doesn't look the same tonight
These dreams started singing to me out of nowhere
And in all my life I don't know if I've ever felt so alive,
Alive

Here we are now with the falling sky and the rain,
We're awakening
Here we are now with our desperate youth and the pain,
We're awakening
Maybe it's called ambition, you've been talking in your sleep
About a dream, we're awakening

I want to wake up kicking and screaming
I want to wake up kicking and screaming
I want to know that my heart's still beating
It's beating,
I'm bleeding
I want to wake up kicking and screaming
I want to live like I know what I'm leaving
I want to know that my heart's still beating,
It's beating, it's beating, it's beating,
I'm bleeding

Here we are now with the falling sky and the rain,
We're awakening
Here we are now with our desperate youth and the pain,
We're awakening
Maybe it's called ambition, you've been talk-talking in your sleep
About a dream, we're awakening dream, we're awakening, yeah

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Switchfoot

Switchfoot is an American rock band from San Diego, California. The band's members are Jon Foreman (lead vocals, guitar), Tim Foreman (bass guitar, backing vocals), Chad Butler (drums, percussion), Jerome Fontamillas (guitar, keyboards, backing vocals), and Drew Shirley (guitar, backing vocals). After early successes in the Christian rock scene, Switchfoot first gained mainstream recognition with the inclusion of four of their songs in the 2002 movie A Walk to Remember. This recognition led to their major label debut, The Beautiful Letdown, which was released in 2003 and featured the hits "Meant to Live" and "Dare You to Move". It went on to sell over 2.6 million copies. They have since been noted for their energetic live shows, and their seventh studio album… more »

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Written by: JON FOREMAN

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10 facts about this song

Album Release
"Awakening" is from the band's sixth studio album 'Oh! Gravity.,' which was released in 2006.
Chart Position
After its release, the song peaked at #20 on the Billboard Adult Top 40.
Music Video
The music video for "Awakening" was directed by the acclaimed music video director Brandon Dickerson.
Song Meaning
According to the band, the song's message revolves around the concept of renewal, where the lyrics express a longing for rebirth or enlightenment.
Christian Rock Genre
Although "Awakening" has broad appeal, it's an example of the Christian alternative rock genre, with which Switchfoot has been associated since its formation.
Positive Reception
The song received positive responses for its energetic vibes, catchy tunes, and meaningful lyrics. Some critics also praised the band's maturation and artistic integrity showcased in the song.
Fan Interaction
The band interacted with fans to film the song's video. Fans were asked to help the band perform the song while the footage was filmed.
Use in Media
"Awakening" was also featured in various forms of media including TV shows and video games, including CSI: Miami and the NASCAR video game NASCAR 08.
Songwriters
The song is written by Switchfoot's frontman Jon Foreman and the band's lead guitarist Tim Foreman.
Live Performances
"Awakening" is often part of Switchfoot's live setlist and is known for getting the crowd singing along due to its catchy chorus.

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