Before I Die

Papa Roach

About Before I Die

"Before I Die" is a song by American rock band Papa Roach released as the third single from their sixth studio album The Connection.


Year:
2012
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I’m out here on my own
I’m giving it a go alone
I’m begging on my knees
Is there a God to save me
I’ve been a retched soul
From my heart down to my toes
I was lost in my disease
And you were right there screaming

Don’t change when it’s too late

Maybe I said the right things wrong
But one last shot was too far gone
But if I can I swear that I
Will live for you before I die
Maybe I pushed you way too far
To pull you back from where you are
But if I can I swear that I
Will live for you before I die

From the valley of the dead
I’m hearing every word you said
I’m trying to apologize
But I can’t feel my feelings
Are you giving us some room to grow
Or digging us a deeper hole
You’re killing any shred of hope
For us to believe in

Don’t change when it it’s too late

Maybe I said the right things wrong
But one last shot was too far gone
But if I can I swear that I
Will live for you before I die
Maybe I pushed you way too far
To pull you back from where you are
But if I can I swear that I
Will live for you before I die

I’m out here on my own
I’m sick of being here alone
I know where I belong
But I can’t find my way home

Find my way home
Find my way home
Find my way home
Find my way

Maybe I said the right things wrong
But one last shot was too far gone
But if I can I swear that I
Will live for you before I die
Maybe I pushed you way too far
To pull you back from where you are
But if I can I swear that I
Will live for you before I die

Will live for you before I die
I will live for you before I die

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Papa Roach

Papa Roach is an American rock band from Vacaville, California. Their first major-label release was the triple-platinum album Infest (2000). The group's success continued with their gold album Lovehatetragedy (2002), their platinum album Getting Away with Murder (2004), The Paramour Sessions (2006), and Metamorphosis (2009). The band's seventh album, Time for Annihilation, was released on August 31, 2010. Papa Roach has sold more than 18 million album copies worldwide, and are known for their songs "Last Resort", "She Loves Me Not", "Getting Away with Murder", "Scars", "...To Be Loved", "Forever", and "Lifeline". more »

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Written by: JACOBY DAKOTA SHADDIX, JAMES MICHAEL, JERRY ALLAN JR. HORTON, TOBIN JOSEPH ESPERANCE

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
The song "Before I Die" by Papa Roach was released as a single from their seventh studio album, "The Connection" in 2012.
Chart Performance
The song achieved significant chart success, peaking at number two on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart.
Genre
"Before I Die" falls under the alternative rock, hard rock, and electronic rock genres, perfectly capturing the band's signature sound and their ability to blend various styles.
Music Video
The official music video for "Before I Die", released on December 5, 2012, was directed by award-winning director, Robby Starbuck. The video is known for its emotional and dramatic plot that reflects the lyrics of the song.
Songwriters
The song was written by Tobin Esperance, Jerry Horton, Jacoby Shaddix, and James Michael, with the latter also acting as a producer for the track.
Musical Composition
The song is known for its blend of heavy guitar riffs, electronic elements, and soaring vocals. A prime example of how Papa Roach was able to adapt their sound to the changing musical landscape.
Lyrics
Lyrically, "Before I Die" is considered one of Papa Roach's more emotional songs. It deals with themes of love, loss, and longing, with a focus on the singer's desire to be remembered by his loved ones.
Critical Reception
The song has received generally favorable reviews from critics. Many have praised the song's emotional depth and the polished, multi-genre sound.
Live Performances
"Before I Die" has become a highlight in many of Papa Roach's live performances, often drawing crowd responses due to its emotive lyrical content.
Album Artwork
The single cover features a close-up shot of a masked man, which is consistent with the dark and dramatic theme of the song and the album as a whole.
Influence and Impact
The song's commercial success and the emotional complexity on display in "Before I Die" have made the song one of the band's most beloved tracks, further cementing Papa Roach's status as rock music stalwarts.
Band Members
The credit for the performance of the song goes to the then band members Jacoby Shaddix (vocals), Jerry Horton (guitar, backing vocals), Tobin Esperance (bass guitar), and Tony Palermo (drums).

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