Always
Switchfoot
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This is the start This is your heart This is the day you were born This is the sun These are your lungs This is the day you were born And I am always yours These are the scars Deep in your heart This is the place you were born This is the hole Where most of your soul Comes ripping out From the places you've been torn And it is always yours But I am always yours Hallelujah! I'm caving in Hallelujah! I'm in love again Hallelujah! I'm a wretched man Hallelujah! Every breath is a second chance And it is always yours And I am always yours
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Written by: JON FOREMAN
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Always" is a song by American alternative rock band Switchfoot, from their seventh studio album "Hello Hurricane."
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Song ReleaseThe track was released as a single in November 2009 by the labels lowercase people records and Atlantic Records.
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Song CompositionMusically, "Always" is a poignant, piano-led ballad with lyrics addressing faith and eternal love.
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MessageThe song’s lead singer and primary songwriter Jon Foreman described the song as a "psalm of dedication" and "a prayer of devotion."
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Track PositionIt is the fourth track on the album "Hello Hurricane."
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ConceptionConceptually, the song was inspired by a note that Foreman's wife had once written to him, saying, "I will always love you."
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Live Performance"Always" rapidly became a favorite in live settings due to its powerful lyrics, with fans often singing along fervently at concerts.
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Album ReceptionThe album "Hello Hurricane" was very well received, even winning the 2011 Grammy Award for Best Rock or Rap Gospel Album.
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Cover VersionA string version of "Always" was produced by Vitamin String Quartet as a part of their tribute series to Switchfoot.
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Popular Culture"Always" has been used in several TV shows, including an episode of "The Vampire Diaries" – a testament to its broad appeal and emotional resonance.
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