Savior

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About Savior

"Savior" is a song by American rock band Rise Against, featured on their fifth studio album Appeal to Reason (2008). In contrast to the social and political topics normally discussed in Rise Against songs, "Savior" is about forgiveness and broken relationships. It is a punk rock song, with a "frenetic pace" that John Hanson of Sputnikmusic described as reminiscent of tracks from the band's 2003 album Revolutions per Minute. It was released as Appeal to Reason's third single on June 3, 2009. "Savior" was well received by critics, with praise for its lyrics. It remains one of the band's most commercially successful singles to date. It peaked at number three on both the Hot Rock Songs and Alternative Songs music charts, and became the record holder for the most consecutive weeks spent on the latter chart with sixty-five weeks in 2010, until "Broken" by Lovelytheband broke said record in March 2019. The accompanying music video depicts actors in animal costumes engaging in a mosh pit. 


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It kills me not to know this, but I've all but just forgotten
What the color of her eyes were, and her scars or how she got them
As the telling signs of age rain down, a single tear is dropping
Through the valleys of an aging face, that this world has forgotten
There is no reconciliation that will put me in my place
And there is no time like the present, to drink these draining seconds
But seldom do these words ring true, when I'm constantly failing you
Like walls that we just can't break through, until we disappear

[Chorus]
So tell me now
If this ain't love then how do we get out?
Because I don't know
That's when she said I don't hate you boy
I just want to save you while there's still something left to save
That's when I told her I love you girl
But I'm not the answer for the questions that you still have, whoa, whoa

And the day pressed on like crushing weights
For no man does it ever wait
Like memories of dying days
That deafen us like hurricanes
Bathed in flames we held the brand
Uncurled the fingers in your hand
Pressed into the flesh like sand
Now do you understand?

[Chorus]

One thousand miles away
There's nothing left to say
But so much left that I don't know
We never had a choice
This world is too much noise
It takes me under
It takes me under once again

I don't hate you
I don't hate you no

[Chorus]

I don't hate you
I don't hate you, whoa, whoa
I don't hate you
I don't hate you, no, whoa, whoa

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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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13 facts about this song

Song Release
The song "Savior" by Rise Against was released on 4th August 2008.
Album History
The track is from their fifth studio album "Appeal to Reason".
Genre
Rise Against is known for their punk rock sound, and "Savior" is no exception to this.
Commercial Success
Despite not making it to number one on any charts, "Savior" holds the record for the most consecutive weeks spent on both the Hot Rock Songs chart and the Alternative Songs chart in the U.S.
Song Duration
The song is 4 minutes and 2 seconds long.
Critics Appreciation
Critics have acclaimed the song for its poignant lyrics and energetic punk rock sound.
Chart Performance
While the song did not top the Billboard charts, it peaked at number three on the Alternative Songs chart and number 16 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
Certification
"Savior" was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America, indicating over a million sales and streams.
Lyrics
The lyrics of the song revolve around complicated relationships and personal struggles, typical themes for the band's music.
Music Video
The video for "Savior" features energetic performances by the band members and shows people wearing animal masks in a mosh pit.
Guitar Hero
The song was featured in the music rhythm video game 'Guitar Hero Live'.
Band's Most Popular Song
As of now, "Savior" is Rise Against's most streamed song on Spotify.
Vocals
The song showcases the powerful vocals of the band's lead singer, Tim McIlrath.

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