Lifeline

Papa Roach

About Lifeline

"Lifeline" is the second single from Californian rock band Papa Roach's fifth album, Metamorphosis, and eleventh released single in total. The song was originally titled "Hanging On", and was changed to "Lifeline" after lead singer Jacoby Shaddix decided to alter the lyrics of the chorus. It was released to iTunes on January 27, 2009 and as a Hot Topic exclusive CD single on February 10. An accompanying music video was released on March 6, 2009. To launch this song in its truest form, the band filmed "Lifeline" live during Crüe Fest.  


Year:
2009
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When I was a boy
I didn't care 'bout a thing
It was me and this world and a broken dream
I was blaming myself
For all that was going wrong

I was way out there
On the wrong side of town
And the ones that I loved
I started pushing 'em out
Then I realized
That it was all my fault

[Chorus]
I've been looking for a lifeline
For what seems like a lifetime
I'm drowning in the pain
Breaking down again
Looking for a lifeline

So I put out my hand
And I asked for some help
We tore down the walls I built around myself
I was struck by the light
And I fell to the ground

[Chorus]

Is there anybody out there?
Can you pull me from this ocean of despair?
I'm drowning in the pain
Breaking down again
Looking for a lifeline

You know a heart of gold
Wont take you all the way
And in a world so cold
Its hard to keep the faith
I'm never gonna fade away!

Yeah!

[Chorus]

Is there anybody out there?
Can you pull me from this ocean of despair?
I'm drowning in the pain
Breaking down again
Looking for a lifeline

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Papa Roach

Papa Roach is an American rock band from Vacaville, California. Their first major-label release was the triple-platinum album Infest (2000). The group's success continued with their gold album Lovehatetragedy (2002), their platinum album Getting Away with Murder (2004), The Paramour Sessions (2006), and Metamorphosis (2009). The band's seventh album, Time for Annihilation, was released on August 31, 2010. Papa Roach has sold more than 18 million album copies worldwide, and are known for their songs "Last Resort", "She Loves Me Not", "Getting Away with Murder", "Scars", "...To Be Loved", "Forever", and "Lifeline". more »

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Written by: James Michael, Tobin Esperance, Jacoby Shaddix, Jerry Horton

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Album Information
"Lifeline" is a song from the album "Metamorphosis", which is the fifth studio album by American rock band Papa Roach. It was released on March 24, 2009.
Chart Success
The song scored high on the charts, reaching number 3 on Billboard's Mainstream Rock Tracks, number 6 on Modern Rock Tracks, and number 16 on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 in the United States.
Song Composition
The song is known for its soaring chorus and heavy guitars, typical of Papa Roach's hard rock and alternative metal style. The lyrics contain a message of hope and salvation, which is how it earned its title, "Lifeline".
Band Members
The song features Jacoby Shaddix on vocals, Jerry Horton on guitars, Tobin Esperance on bass, and Tony Palermo on drums. Palermo became the official drummer of Papa Roach in 2008, making "Lifeline" one of the first songs he contributed to.
Critical Reception
"Lifeline" was generally well received by critics. It was praised for its catchy, festival-ready chorus and energetic performance by the band.
Live Performances
"Lifeline" became a staple of Papa Roach's live shows. The band has often performed it during concerts and music festivals around the world.
Music Video
The official music video was released on YouTube on March 6, 2009. It features a high-energy performance by the band and portrays scenes of various people experiencing struggles in their life, tying in with the song's theme of reaching out for help.
Song Meaning
Despite the hard rock tone of the song, "Lifeline" includes positive, uplifting lyrics. According to Jacoby Shaddix, the song is about resilience and fighting through difficult times.
Recording Process
The song was recorded at the infamous Paramour Mansion, a famed recording studio in Los Angeles famous for being the recording site for many popular artists.
Pop Culture References
"Lifeline" has been included in pop culture such as TV shows and movies for its energetic and uplifting melody. For instance, it was used in an episode of WWE Raw in 2009.

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