The Past
Sevendust, Chris Daughtry
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Beneath the water That's falling from my eyes Lays a soul I've left behind The edge of sorrow was reached but now I'm fine I've filled the hole I had inside I'll pray it doesn't scream my name So I light a flame and let it breathe The air that kills the shame [Chorus] I'm up I'm down Like a roller coaster racing through my life I've erased the past again A risky morning I feel like I'm alive I can't believe I've made it through this time The edge of sorrow I lived in for some time (Lived in for some time) Has left the hole I have inside The burden is I try my hate Was the last thing I ever felt Or thought I could escape [Chorus: x2] You let me in then broke me down The difference is this time around I will not let you see me try [Chorus: x2] Erased the past again now Erased the past again Beneath the water That has fallen from my eyes
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Written by: John M Connolly, La Jon Jermaine Witherspoon, Morgan J Rose, Ronald Jr Mayo, Shawn Grove, Vincent E Hornsby
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15 facts about this song
Artist Profile"The Past" is a song by American rock band Sevendust, originally from Atlanta, Georgia. The band is known for its aggressive sound combined with melodic elements.
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Album ClassificationThe song "The Past" is from the album "Chapter VII: Hope and Sorrow," which was the seventh studio album released by the band on April 1, 2008.
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CollaborationThe song features guest vocals by Chris Daughtry, the famous American Idol contestant and singer.
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Genre"The Past" is a mix of alternative metal and hard rock.
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Chart Performance"The Past" peaked at #15 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for "The Past" was directed by Devin DeHaven.
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Song ThemesLike many of Sevendust's songs, "The Past" carries strong themes and lyrics about overcoming struggles and persisting even when everything seems dire.
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Critical ReceptionCritics and fans alike have praised the song for its powerful performances, especially the engaging vocal production brought on by the combined efforts of Sevendust's frontman Lajon Witherspoon and Chris Daughtry.
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Live Performances"The Past" is known to be a staple in Sevendust's live performances owing to its energetic delivery and resonating lyrics.
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Writing CreditsThe song was written by the members of Sevendust - Lajon Witherspoon, John Connolly, Vince Hornsby, Morgan Rose, and Sonny Mayo.
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RereleaseA special edition of the "Chapter VII: Hope and Sorrow" album was released featuring a new version of "The Past".
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Commercial SuccessChapter VII: Hope and Sorrow peaked at No. 19 on the Billboard 200, making "The Past" one of the most popular songs from a commercially successful album.
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Album ThemeThe themes explored in "The Past" reflect the overall theme of the album— a mix of hopefulness and despair—highlighting the band's emotional depth.
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Vocal DynamicsThe song showcases a mix of clean and unclean vocals, a common trait in Sevendust's music.
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Recording Process"The Past" was recorded along with the rest of the tracks from the album at Tree Sound Studios in Norcross, Georgia.
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