Red Flag

Billy Talent

About Red Flag

"Red Flag" is a song by Canadian rock group Billy Talent. It was released in September 2006 as second single from their second album, Billy Talent II. The Canadian rock music radio station 102.1 The Edge listed "Red Flag" at #145 of their 200 Best New Rock Songs of the Millennium in 2010.


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Cast off the crutch that kills the pain
The red flag waving never meant the same
The kids of tomorrow don't need today
When they live in the sins of yesterday

Cast off the crutch that kills the pain
The red flag waving never meant the same
The kids of tomorrow don't need today
When they live in the sins of yesterday

Well I've never seen us act like this
Our only hope is the minds of kids
And they'll show us a thing or two

Our only weapons are the guns of youth
It's only time before they tighten the noose
And then the hunt will be on for you

The red flag waving never meant the same, no
The red flag waving never meant the same

Cast off the crutch that kills the pain
The red flag waving never meant the same
The kids of tomorrow don't need today
When they live in the sins of yesterday

Cast off the crutch that kills the pain
The red flag waving never meant the same
The kids of tomorrow don't need today
When they live in the sins of yesterday

Like the smallest bee packs a sting
Like a pawn checkmates a king
We'll attack at the crack of dawn

Build a ladder if there's a wall
Don't be afraid to slip and fall
Speak for yourself or they'll speak for you

The red flag waving never meant the same, no
The red flag waving never meant the same, no!

Cast off the crutch that kills the pain
The red flag waving never meant the same
The kids of tomorrow don't need today
When they live in the sins of yesterday

Cast off the crutch that kills the pain
The red flag waving never meant the same
The kids of tomorrow don't need today
When they live in the sins of yesterday

Like a fire
Don't need water
Like a jury
Needs a liar
Like a riot
Don't need order
Like a madman
Needs a martyr

We don't need them [x8]

Cast off the crutch that kills the pain
The red flag waving never meant the same
The kids of tomorrow don't need today
When they live in the sins of yesterday

Cast off the crutch that kills the pain
The red flag waving never meant the same
The kids of tomorrow don't need today
When they live in the sins of yesterday

Cast off the crutch that kills the pain (we don't need them, we don't need them)
The red flag waving never meant the same (we don't need them, we don't need them)
The kids of tomorrow don't need today (we don't need them, we don't need them)
When they live in the sins of yesterday (we don't need them, we don't need them)

We don't need them!!

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Billy Talent

Billy Talent is a Canadian melodic punk rock band from Mississauga. They formed in 1993 with Ben Kowalewicz as the lead vocalist, Ian D'Sa on lead guitar, bassist Jon Gallant and drummer Aaron Solowoniuk. more »

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Written by: Aaron Solowoniuk, Ben Kowalewicz, Ian D'sa, Jon Gallant

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14 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Red Flag" is a song by Billy Talent, a band that originates from Canada.
Album Information
The song was part of their second studio album, "Billy Talent II," which was released in June 2006.
Chart Performance
"Red Flag" was a hugely successful track for Billy Talent and reached number 9 on the Canadian Hot 100 chart.
Popular Music Video
The video for the song "Red Flag" was nominated for "Best Video" and "Best Rock Video" at the 2007 MuchMusic Video Awards.
Theme and Interpretation
"Red Flag" is believed to be about teenagers and young adults revolting against social norms.
International Success
It also gained significant international popularity, particularly in Germany where it reached number 14 in the German charts.
Sports Use
"Red Flag" has been used in various sports video games like NHL 06, SSX On Tour, and NHL Slapshot.
Lyrics Writing
The lyrics of "Red Flag" were written by Benjamin Kowalewicz, Jonathan Gallant, Aaron Solowoniuk, and Ian D'Sa.
Band Contribution
In this song, like many of their others, all members of the band contributed to the writing process.
Accolade
It also won the Songwriter of the Year award at the 19th annual SOCAN Awards in Toronto.
Sponsorship
Coca-Cola used "Red Flag" for the introduction to their "On The Brink" concert series podcast.
International Catchiness
In 2007, the song was awarded the "Catchiest Tune In The World" title by the German magazine "Visions."
Record Label
The song was co-produced with Warner Music Group and released under the Atlantic Records label.
Cover Versions
Its popularity led to the song being covered by various artists, including The Living End.

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