Born for Greatness
Papa Roach
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I am a man at war And I am fighting for All of the broken people All of the people thrown overboard They always tried to shame us But they don’t speak the language No we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness (Oh, oh oh) somebody sound the alarm (Oh, oh oh) a fire was set in the dark (Oh, oh oh) it’s time that you know No, we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness It doesn’t matter if the world has gone mad If we just hold on, if we just hold on yeah The sky is falling and the world has gone mad And we sing our songs, and we just hold on yeah So if you’re running, stop running One life, one chance, start living Sing it louder just to let the world know No, we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness We’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness We’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness They say that I’m reckless Because I’m relentless They spit on my face, and curse on my name They’re taking my life in vengeance Yeah, you can try and blame us And try to take what’s sacred But we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness (Oh, oh oh) somebody sound the alarm (Oh, oh oh) a fire was set in the dark (Oh, oh oh) it’s time that you know No we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness It doesn’t matter if the world has gone mad If we just hold on, if we just hold on yeah The sky is falling and the world has gone mad And we sing our songs, and we just hold on yeah So if you’re running, stop running One life, one chance, start living Sing it louder just to let the world know No we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness We’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness No we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness Somebody sound the alarm It’s time that you know It doesn’t matter if the world has gone mad If we just hold on, if we just hold on yeah Sing it louder just to let the world know No we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness No we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness No we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness We were born for greatness No we’re not nameless, we’re not faceless We were born for greatness
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Written by: Jacoby Dakota Shaddix, Jason Evigan, Jerry Allan Horton, Tobin Esperance
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Born for Greatness" is a single by American rock band Papa Roach. It was released on February 3, 2017.
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Album InformationThe song is part of their ninth studio album, "Crooked Teeth."
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GenreThe song exhibits a blend of alternative metal, electronic rock, and a hint of hip-hop, showcasing the band’s versatility.
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Chart PerformanceIt topped as number 1 in Billboard's 'Mainstream Rock Songs' chart in 2017.
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Lyrics WritingThe lyrics for the song were written by band members Jacoby Shaddix and Tobin Esperance along with collaborators Nicholas Furlong and Colin Brittain.
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MusiciansIn addition to Papa Roach's regular line-up - Jacoby Shaddix on vocals, Jerry Horton on lead guitar, Tobin Esperance on bass guitar, and Tony Palermo on drums - "Born for Greatness" also features guest vocals from Skylar Grey and rapper Machine Gun Kelly.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Born for Greatness" is unique, focusing on three different individuals with specific disabilities, each overcoming their challenges and demonstrating their own form of 'greatness'.
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Performance RecognitionThis song has been certified Gold in the United States by the RIAA symbolizing its major success and widespread popularity.
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Use in Popular CultureThe song was used as the theme song for WWE's Monday night RAW program.
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Inspirational MessageShaddix believes that the song has a powerful message of understanding your self-worth and aiming for greatness, catering to people of all ages.
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