Life Wasted

Pearl Jam

About Life Wasted

"Life Wasted" is a song by the American rock band Pearl Jam. Featuring lyrics written by vocalist Eddie Vedder and music written by guitarist Stone Gossard, "Life Wasted" was released on August 28, 2006 as the second single from the band's eighth studio album, Pearl Jam (2006). The song peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart. On Pearl Jam, "Life Wasted" is reprised as a modified version on the album's tenth track, "Wasted Reprise".


Year:
2006
3:54
254 
#3

 Become A Better Singer In Only 30 Days, With Easy Video Lessons!

You're always saying that there's something wrong. 
I'm starting to believe it's you're playing along. 
Death came around, forced to hear it's song 
And know tomorrow can't be depended on 

Seen the home inside your head. 
Unlocked doors and unmade beds 

Open sores unattended 
Let me say just once that 

I have faced it, a life wasted. 
I'm never going back again. 
I escaped it,a life wasted. 
I'm never going back again. 
Having tasted, a life wasted. 
I'm never going back again. 

The world awaits just up the stairs 
Leave the pain for someone else 
Nothing back there for you to find 
Or was it you you left behind 

You're always saying you're too weak to be Strong. 
You're harder on yourself than just about Anyone 

Why swim the channel just to get this far? 
Halfway there, why would you turn around? 

Darkness comes in waves...tell me, 
Why invite it to stay? 

You're one with negativity 
Yes, comfort is an energy 
But why let the sad song play? 

I have faced it, a life wasted 
I'm never going back again 

Oh I escaped it, a life wasted 
I'm never going back again 

Having tasted, a life wasted 
I'm never going back again 

Oh I erased it, a life wasted 
I'm never going back again

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com


Pearl Jam

Pearl Jam is an American rock band that formed in Seattle, Washington, in 1990. Since its inception, the band's line-up has included Eddie Vedder (vocals), Stone Gossard (guitar), Jeff Ament (bass), and Mike McCready (guitar). The band's current drummer is Matt Cameron, also of Soundgarden, who has been with the band since 1998. more »

13 fans

Written by: EDDIE VEDDER, STONE GOSSARD

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


10 facts about this song

General Information
"Life Wasted" is a song by the American rock band, Pearl Jam.
Album Association
It is the opening track from the band's eighth studio album, "Pearl Jam," often referred to as "The Avocado Album" due to its cover art, released in 2006.
Chart Performance
"Life Wasted" was released as the second single from the album. It peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart and number 28 on the Mainstream Rock chart.
Music Video
The song's music video, directed by Fernando Apodaca, was the first music video from the album. It was made available as a free download on iTunes for one week, where it was downloaded over 200,000 times.
Lyrics theme
The lyrics of "Life Wasted" appear to cover themes of mortality and introspection, common elements in Pearl Jam's discography. The song's lyrical content could be interpreted as a response to the death of fellow musician Johnny Ramone, close friend to the band.
Critical Reception
"Life Wasted" received generally positive reviews from critics, with many highlighting the song's aggressive sound and introspective lyrics.
Live Performances
"Life Wasted" is a regular part of Pearl Jam's live setlist. The live debut of this song was on April 20, 2006, in London, England.
Social Impact
In 2011, a remixed version of the song was included on the "9/11 Truth: Artists Speak Out" compilation by the 9/11 Truth Movement, suggesting the song's relevance and resonance with wider social and political movements.
Band Perspective
Guitarist Mike McCready mentioned in an interview that he loves the chorus of "Life Wasted," noting it as one of his favorite moments on the album.
Multi-Language Usage
"Life Wasted" was also released as a downloadable song for the music video game Rock Band on March 20, 2009, along with the rest of the Avocado album. The game is available in various languages, extending the reach of the song across different cultures.

Discuss the Life Wasted Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Life Wasted Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 28 Mar. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/8723620/Pearl+Jam/Life+Wasted>.

    Missing lyrics by Pearl Jam?

    Know any other songs by Pearl Jam? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    Life Wasted

    705.6K
    5,451     93

    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    "Wake up, wake up. Wake up and look around you. We're lost in space and the time is _________."
    A so long
    B pass dawn
    C our own
    D your own

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Don't miss Pearl Jam's

    Upcoming Events

    »
    Pearl Jam tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!