I'll Be Here Awhile

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"I'll Be Here Awhile" is a single by alternative rock band 311. It is the 12th and closing track on their album From Chaos. Lead singer Nick Hexum originally wrote it when he was twenty, hence the line in the refrain "Twenty years of age, " though Hexum was thirty when he recorded it. He comments on the interview included on the disc of From Chaos that he was living a wild and crazy life at that young age. The lyrics "And if a person, place, or thing can deliver/ I will quiver with delight" are taken directly from "The Lust, The Flesh, The Eyes, and the Pride of Life" a song by the Christian alternative rock group The 77s which had appeared on their 1987 self-titled album. "I'll Be Here Awhile" made it to position 15 on the Modern Rock Tracks in 2001. 


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I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while

Far is solace in the maddening pace
Sad state written on my face
Not a tight rope walk but dance, (whoa whoa)
Uncertain game of chance, (whoa whoa)
But I'll see it through in time

I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while

And if a person place or thing can deliver I would quiver with delight
Tempted by the hand that could blind my vision and sight
But at twenty years of age, (whoa whoa)
In frolic and in rage, (whoa whoa)
I will see it through in time

I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
I'll be here a while

But the dawn has come into the endless night
And everything, is going to be alright
But at thirty years of age, (whoa whoa)
Through frolic and in rage, (whoa whoa)
All regressed and healed in time

I'll be here a while, ain't going nowhere
Said I, said I, said I, I will survive

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Year 311 (CCCXI) was a common year starting on Monday (link will display the full calendar) of the Julian calendar. At the time, it was known as the Year of the Consulship of Valerius and Maximinus (or, less frequently, year 1064 Ab urbe condita). The denomination 311 for this year has been used since the early medieval period, when the Anno Domini calendar era became the prevalent method in Europe for naming years. more »

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Written by: DOUGLAS MARTINEZ, NICHOLAS HEXUM

Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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12 facts about this song

Song Composition
"I'll Be Here A While" is a song created by the alternative rock band 311. The song was released in 2001 and is the second single from their album "From Chaos."
Band Members
The song was performed by 311 band members Nick Hexum, S.A. Martinez, Tim Mahoney, P-Nut, and Chad Sexton.
Song’s Popularity
This song reached number 14 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in 2001, making it one of 311's most popular songs.
Genre Influences
Similar to other 311 songs, "I'll Be Here Awhile" incorporates elements of rock, reggae, and hip-hop, showcasing the band's diverse musical influences.
Song’s Message
The song's lyrics convey a sense of peace and acceptance. It's about coming to terms with where you are, even if it’s not perfect and being content with the present moment.
Music Video
The official music video for "I'll Be Here Awhile" features the band performing on a beach during sunset, which compliments the song's laid-back vibe.
Live Performances
The song is regularly performed at 311 concerts and is a fan favorite due to its uplifting message and catchy tune.
Band’s Origin
311, the band who performs "I'll Be Here Awhile," originated in Omaha, Nebraska in 1988.
Album Success
The album "From Chaos" which contains "I'll Be Here Awhile," peaked at number 10 on the Billboard 200 and was certified gold by RIAA.
Unique Feature
Unlike the band's often fast-paced songs, "I'll Be Here Awhile" stands out for its slower tempo and relaxed feel.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered the song, including acoustic renditions, emphasizing the song's versatility across different musical styles.
Charity Performance
In 2020, 311 performed a version of "I'll Be Here Awhile" for the iHeart Living Room Concert Series in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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