We've Had Enough

Alkaline Trio

About We've Had Enough

"We've Had Enough" is a song by the Chicago-based punk rock band Alkaline Trio, released as the first single from their 2003 album Good Mourning. "We've Had Enough" was released to radio on May 20, 2003. It was the band's first single to chart in the United States, reaching #38 on Billboard's Modern Rock Tracks chart. It also charted in the United Kingdom, reaching #50 on the UK Singles Chart. "We've Had Enough" features backing vocals by Keith Morris, singer of the Circle Jerks and original singer of Black Flag. The song's music video, directed by Tomorrow's Brightest Minds, depicts the band members as ghosts haunting a family in a house. As the husband unsuccessfully attempts to turn off the radio and television which are broadcasting the song, the wife discovers marked photographs of the band members in life, taken by an unseen person. After the husband witnesses the ghostly figure of a man dragging wrapped bodies through the living room, the two run to check on their son only to find him missing from his bedroom. Directed by the ghosts of the band members, the son leads his parents into the basement where he uses a pickaxe to excavate the skeletons of the murdered members from beneath the concrete floor. 


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In the shadows where the heads hang low
You hear voices as the wind blows, asking "Can't you see?"
Reminding you to breathe
It's only time before it catches up to you and all your broken luck
I found a better way to get even with my memory

In the darkness where the angels cry
Give us water, give us back our eyes
Our bed's this concrete floor, and it's all we have left to live for
A day we'll never face
We're only second-handed, we're sick, and lonely
Fighting back the tears and every urge to Van Gogh both our ears

That's it, we've had enough
Please turn that fucking radio off
Ain't nothing on the air waving the despair we feel

In the shadows where the heads hang low
You hear voices as the wind blows, asking "can't you see?"
Reminding you to breathe
It's only time before it catches up to you and all your broken luck
I found a better way to get even with my enemies

That's it, we've had enough
Please turn that fucking radio off
Ain't nothing on the air waving the despair we feel
That said, we've had enough
Put "Walk Among Us" on and turn it up
Ain't nothing on the air waving the hatred I feel

This is my biggest fear
The only tunes that we hear
Come via antenna through your car radio

That's it, we've had enough (we've had enough)
That's it, we've had enough (we've had enough)

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Alkaline Trio

Alkaline Trio is an American punk rock band from McHenry, Illinois, formed in 1996. The band consists of Matt Skiba (vocals, guitar), Dan Andriano (vocals, bass), and Derek Grant (drums). more »

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Written by: DANIEL ANDRIANO, DEREK GRANT, MATT SKIBA

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11 facts about this song

Band Formation
"We've Had Enough" is sung by the American punk rock band Alkaline Trio. The band was formed in McHenry, Illinois, in 1996.
Album History
The track is included in their fifth studio album "Good Mourning," which was released on May 13, 2003.
Song Theme
Much like most of Alkaline Trio's music, the song's lyrics revolve around relationships, frustrations, and internal struggles.
Production Team
"Good Mourning," the album featuring "We've Had Enough," was produced by Joe McGrath and Jerry Finn. The latter is known for his work with prominent punk rock bands like Blink-182 and Green Day.
Music Video
The music video for "We've Had Enough" is filled with gothic scenery and aesthetics, reflecting Alkaline Trio's signature rocket-gothic style.
Chart Performance
"We've Had Enough" managed to hit #38 on the UK Singles Chart, demonstrating the band's international appeal.
Signature Sound
"We've Had Enough," like many of the band's songs, showcases Alkaline Trio's distinctive punk rock sound, mixing elements of pop-punk and emo.
Critic Reception
The song received positive criticism from listeners and music critics alike, being lauded for its engaging lyrics and energetic guitar riffs.
Record Label
"We've Had Enough" was released under Vagrant Records, a label known for its roster of punk rock and indie rock musicians.
Influencing Factors
The band members have cited diverse influences for their music, from punk bands like The Misfits and Ramones to rock legends like The Beatles, some of which might have influenced "We've Had Enough" as well.
Cover Versions
While no significant cover versions exist for "We've Had Enough," Alkaline Trio's songs, including this one, are often covered by aspiring punk rock musicians in tribute.

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