Tragedy + Time

Rise Against

About Tragedy + Time

"Tragedy + Time" is a song by American rock band Rise Against. The song was released as the second single from their seventh album, titled The Black Market. The song impacted radio on October 21, 2014. According to lead singer Tim McIlrath, the title of the song comes from the phrase "tragedy plus time equals comedy". The song is a playable track in Guitar Hero Live.


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All the edges of the sharpest knives
In the middle of the darkest nights
Always knew that I would find you here
In the bottom of the gravest tears
I've seen enough to see it's lonely where you are

Above the cloud
Been tangling by the rooftop
She wait from ledges for advice to talk her down

Nothing matters but the pain, you're all alone
The never ending night when you're awake
When you're playing out tomorrow, it's OK
There will be the time to crack another smile
Maybe not today or for a while
But we're holding on you won't forget some day
You can't forget some day

All that matters is the time we had
Doesn't matter how it all went bad
Never wonder what it might be like
Shut the door, say goodbye
When things grew tragically
We come alive or come undone

So don't look back
Let it shape you like a notion
Even the deepest scars in time will fade

Nothing matters but the pain, you're all alone
The never ending night when you're awake
When you're playing out tomorrow it's OK
There will be the time to crack another smile
Maybe not today or for a while
But we're holding on you won't forget some day
You can't forget some day

And sometimes you have to go back
To know just where you were then
But we're old enough to know that
What has been, will be again and again

And the bravest of faces are the ones where we fake it
And the roles that we play

Nothing matters when the pain is all but gone
When you are finally awake
Despite the overwhelming odds, tomorrow came
And when they see you crack a smile
And you decide to stay a while
You'll be ready then, to laugh again

Nothing matters but the pain
(We are tragedy, yeah, we are sympathy)
Nothing matters but the pain
You see what you want to see

Nothing matters but the pain
(We are misery, a distant memory)
Nothing matters but the pain
We all learned to laugh again
Yeah, we all learned to laugh again
We all learned to laugh again

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Rise Against

Rise Against is an American punk band from Chicago, Illinois, formed in December 1999. The band currently consists of Tim McIlrath (lead vocals, rhythm guitar), Zach Blair (lead guitar, backing vocals), Joe Principe (bass guitar, backing vocals) and Brandon Barnes (drums, percussion). more »

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Written by: Brandon Barnes, Joseph Principe, Timothy Mcilrath, Zach Blair

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10 facts about this song

Album
"Tragedy + Time" is a song from the Rise Against album, "The Black Market". The album was released in 2014 and peaked at number 3 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Song Message
One of the band members, Tim McIlrath, explained in an interview that "Tragedy + Time" was written with the message that every hard time in life has its expiry date. No matter how hard it is, time tends to ultimately heal everything.
Genre
Rise Against is famous for their punk rock sound, with a touch of melodic hardcore. "Tragedy + Time" is no exception, reflecting their iconic punk rock style with powerful riffs and emotive vocals.
Band's Evolution
The song also portrays the band's development over time, showcasing a more complex and melodic sound compared to their previous works. It is generally considered a sign of Rise Against maturing in their musical skills and style.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song are noted for its poignancy. The lines "Nothing matters when the pain is all but gone, when you are finally awake…" are considered by many as universal truths, beautifully illustrating the healing power of time.
Critical Reception
The song was mostly received positively by the critics. It was praised for its composition, melody and especially for the lyrics tackling the theme of resilience in the face of adversity.
Fan Responses
"Tragedy + Time" received love from the fans owing to the relatability of the lyrics. Many listeners found comfort in its message and related it to their personal hardships, making it one of the popular songs of Rise Against.
Live Performances
The song is a mainstay in Rise Against's live performances. They often perform it in their concerts, with fans singing along to the powerful lyrics.
Music Video
"Tragedy + Time" also has a music video. The video portrays the band performing in a room filled with clocks, symbolizing the song's theme of time and its therapeutic power.
Band Members' View
Band members view "Tragedy + Time" as one of their personal favourites, perhaps due to its strong and positive message which is intended to inspire and empower listeners.

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