Lonely Day
System of a Down
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
Such a lonely day And it's mine The most loneliest day of my life Such a lonely day Should be banned It's day that I can't stand The most loneliest day of my life The most loneliest day of my life Such a lonely day Shouldn't exist It's day that Ill never miss Such a lonely day And it's mine The most loneliest day of my life And if you go, I wanna go with you And if you die, I wanna die with you Take your hand and walk away The most loneliest day of my life The most loneliest day of my life The most loneliest day of my life (life) Such a lonely day And it's mine Is day that I'm glad I survived
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
11 fans
Written by: DARON MALAKIAN, SERJ TANKIAN
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
12 facts about this song
Album Overview"Lonely Day" is a song by the American rock band System of a Down. The track is from their album "Hypnotize," released in 2005.
|
Chart PerformanceThe song quickly gained popularity. In 2006, it peaked at number 1 on the Billboard's Alternative Songs chart.
|
Song CompositionThe song is composed in B minor and has a tempo of 84 beats per minute.
|
Song's VideoThe music video for the song features scenes going in reverse, which is a way of visually representing the song's theme of recurring loneliness.
|
Musical StyleWhile System of a Down is known for their heavy metal sound, "Lonely Day" is more reflective of alternative rock and post-grunge.
|
Critical ReceptionCritics have applauded the song's simplicity and its ability to capture and convey the feeling of loneliness.
|
Grammy Nomination"Lonely Day" was nominated for the Best Hard Rock Performance at the 49th Annual Grammy Awards held in 2007.
|
Song LyricsThe lyrics "Such a lonely day and it's mine, The most loneliest day of my life" is often quoted as being tautological by notable music critics for its repetitive emphasis on loneliness.
|
Song-writersDaron Malakian, the band's guitarist, wrote "Lonely Day" and also provided vocals for the track along with the lead vocalist, Serj Tankian.
|
Unique CharacteristicsThe song features a unique structure that deviates from the typical verse and chorus structure found in many pop and rock songs.
|
Tour PerformancesThe song was often performed on the band's tours following the release of "Hypnotize," and it remains a fan favorite.
|
Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "Lonely Day," showcasing the song's broad appeal and emotional depth.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Lonely Day Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 25 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/8514319/System+of+a+Down/Lonely+Day>.
Powered by CITE.ME
Discuss the Lonely Day Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In