I Was Wrong
Social Distortion
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When I was young, I was so full of fear I hid behind anger, held back the tears It was me against the world, I was sure that I'd win The world fought back, punished me for my sins I felt so alone, so insecure, I blamed you instead and made sure I was heard And they tried to warn me of my evil ways But I couldn't hear what they had to say [Chorus] I was wrong, self destruction's got me again I was wrong, I realized now that I was wrong And I think about my loves, well I've had a few I'm sorry that I hurt them, did I hurt you too I took what I wanted, put my heart on the shelf How can ya love me when you don't love yourself It was me against the world, I was sure that I'd win The world fought back, punished me for my sins And they tried to warn me of my evil ways But I couldn't hear what they had to say [Chorus] I grew up fast, I grew up hard something was wrong from the very start I was fighting everybody, I was fighting everything but the only one that I hurt was me I got society's blood running down my face Somebody help me get outta this place How could someone's bad luck last so long until I realized that I was wrong [Chorus: x2]
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Written by: ROBERT JAMES KEAN, IAN GORDON CURNOW, PHIL HARDING
Lyrics © Bluewater Music Corp.
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12 facts about this song
Genre Type"I Was Wrong" by Social Distortion is categorized as a punk rock song.
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Album InformationThis song is from Social Distortion's fifth album "White Light, White Heat, White Trash," which was released in 1996.
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Chart PositionThe song peaked at number 4 on the US Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart, demonstrating its popularity and commercial success.
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Directed byThe music video for the song was directed by Bill Pope, known primarily for his work as a cinematographer on popular films like The Matrix.
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Band ShiftThe song marked a shift in the band's sound, moving from their early punk rock roots to a more mainstream, hard rock style.
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Content MatterLyrically, "I Was Wrong" expresses themes of regret and reflection on past wrongdoings - a common theme in many of Social Distortion's songs.
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SongwritingThe song was written by Social Distortion's frontman, Mike Ness. His personal history of addiction struggles and self-reckoning is often reflected in his lyrics, including this one.
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Recognition"I Was Wrong" has become one of Social Distortion's most recognized and popular tracks over the years.
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Live PerformancesThe song is frequently played at their live shows and has become a fan favorite.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists, including Chris Stapleton, have covered "I Was Wrong," demonstrating its lasting influence across different musical genres.
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Soundtrack Appearance"I Was Wrong" has been used in multiple media soundtracks, like the video game, "Rock Band 4."
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Personnel Change"White Light, White Heat, White Trash" was the last album featuring drummer Christopher Reece. His departure marked the end of Social Distortion's most stable lineup to date.
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