King for a Day

Kellin Quinn, Pierce the Veil

About King for a Day

King for a Day is a song by American rock band Pierce the Veil released on June 5, 2012. It features guest vocals by Kellin Quinn of Sleeping with Sirens. It is the first official single from their third studio album Collide with the Sky (2012). On August 6, 2012 an official music video was released. The song charted on Hot Rock Songs and the Digital Rock Songs charts, both published by Billboard. "King for a Day" was nominated for both Best Single and Best Video at the 2013 Kerrang! Awards.  


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Dare me to jump off of this Jersey bridge
I bet you never had a Friday night like this
Keep it up, keep it up, let's raise our hands
I take a look up at the sky and I see
Red for the cancer, red for the wealthy
Red for the drink that's mixed with suicide
Everything red

Please, won't you push me for the last time
Let's scream until there's nothing left
So sick of playing, I don't want this anymore
The thought of you's no fucking fun
You want a martyr, I'll be one
Because enough's enough, we're done

You told me think about it, well I did
Now I don't wanna feel a thing anymore
I'm tired of begging for the things that I want
I'm over sleeping like a dog on the floor

The thing I think I love
Will surely bring me pain
Intoxication, paranoia, and a lot of fame
Three cheers for throwing up
Pubescent drama queen
You make me sick, I make it worse by drinking late

Scream until there's nothing left
So sick of playing, I don't want to anymore
The thought of you's no fucking fun
You want a martyr I'll be one
Because enough's enough, we're done

You told me think about it, well I did
Now I don't wanna feel a thing anymore
I'm tired of begging for the things that I want
I'm over sleeping like a dog on the floor

Imagine living like a king someday
A single night without a ghost in the walls
And if the bass shakes the earth underground
We'll start a new revolution now
(Now! Alright here we go)

Hail Mary, forgive me
Blood for blood, hearts beating
Come at me, now this is war!

F*ck with this new beat
Oh!

Now terror begins inside a bloodless vein
I was just a product of the street youth rage
Born in this world without a voice or say
Caught in the spokes with an abandoned brain
I know you well but this ain't a game
Blow the smoke in diamond shape
Dying is a gift so close your eyes and rest in peace

You told me think about it, well I did
Now I don't wanna feel a thing anymore
I'm tired of begging for the things that I want
I'm over sleeping like a dog on the floor

Imagine living like a king someday
A single night without a ghost in the walls
We are the shadows screaming take us now

We'd rather die than live to rust on the ground
Shit

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Pierce the Veil

Pierce the Veil is an American post-hardcore band from San Diego, California. Formed in 2006, the group was founded by brothers Vic and Mike Fuentes after the disbandment of the group Before Today (formerly Early Times), which was formed out of the San Diego punk rock scene. Other members of the band include Tony Perry (lead guitar) and Jaime Preciado (bassist and backing vocals). Pierce the Veil has released three studio albums and has continuously been inducted into several worldwide tours since the release of their debut album, A Flair for the Dramatic in 2007. The band released their second full-length studio album, titled Selfish Machines in 2010. Their third and latest album, Collide with the Sky, was released on July 17, 2012, and is their first album … more »

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Written by: VICTOR FUENTES, MICHAEL FUENTES, JAIME JR. PRECIADO, TONY PERRY, QUINN KELLIN, CURTIS PEOPLES, STEVE MILLER

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13 facts about this song

Band information
"King for a Day" is a song by the American rock band Pierce the Veil.
Album
The song is from their third studio album, "Collide with the Sky", which was released in 2012.
Collaboration
This track features Kellin Quinn of Sleeping with Sirens, making it a special collaboration between two very popular post-hardcore bands.
Position in Charts
Upon its release, "King for a Day" reached number 10 on the 'US Rock Digital Songs' Chart, showcasing its popularity.
Genre
The song is often classified under the "post-hardcore" genre, a subgenre of hardcore punk that blends elements of metalcore.
Music Video
The music video for "King for a Day" follows a comedic, somewhat theatrical storyline in which the band members and Kellin Quinn are in action.
Live Performance
During live performances, Kellin Quinn often joins Pierce the Veil on stage to perform this song if their bands are playing at the same event.
Acoustic Version
An acoustic version of "King for a Day" was released as a bonus track on the Japanese edition of "Collide With The Sky", providing the fans with a unique take on the popular song.
Summary
"King for a Day" tells a story of those who feel oppressed, providing a sort of anthemic call for them to rise up and seize control.
Fan Reception
The song is one of the band's most popular tracks and it's music video has a significant number of views on YouTube, reflecting its immense popularity among fans.
Awards
"King for a Day" was nominated for Song of the Year at the 2013 Alternative Press Music Awards.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "King for a Day" are often praised for their poetic nature and meaningful content, revolving around themes of rebellion and liberation.
Musical Elements
The song is especially known for its catchy hooks, melodic choruses, and the seamless blending of two distinctive vocal styles – those of Vic Fuentes from Pierce the Veil and Kellin Quinn from Sleeping with Sirens.

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