Green Day

Lyrics

[Part I: I'm Freaking Out]

[Verse 1]
My name is Billie, and I'm freakin' out
I thought, therefore I was, well I can't really figure it out
I sit alone with my thoughts and prayers
Scream out my memories as if I was never there

[Chorus]
Standing at the edge of the world
Is givin' me the chills
But lookin' down the edge of the world
I'm lost in a tango, it's freakin' me out
Burnin' lights and blackouts

[Post-Chorus]
(Out, out, out) From the edge of the world!
(Out, out, out) From the edge of the world!

[Verse 2]
I'm like a punk rocker on Labor Day
How the hell did I work so hard to be born this way?
I never learned to read or write so well (Freakin' out)
But I can play the guitar until it hurts like hell

[Chorus]
Standing at the edge of the world
Is givin' me the chills
But lookin' down the edge of the world
I'm lost in a tango, it's freakin' me out
Burnin' lights and blackouts
[Post-Chorus]
(Out, out, out) From the edge of the world!
(Out, out, out) From the edge of the world!

[Part II: A Better Way to Die]

[Intro]
If this is what you call the good life (Ooh-ooh, ooh)
I want a better way to die
If this is what you call the good life (Ooh-ooh, ooh)
I want a better way to die

[Verse 3]
Oh, I don't wanna think about tomorrow
Don't wanna think about the old
It doesn't matter anyway
Oh, I, I wanna start a revolution
I wanna hear it on my radio
I'll put it off another day

[Bridge]
I want a new conspiracy
And the silence of a thousand cries
So hurry up, I want a better way to die
[Part III: Somewhere Now (Reprise)]
[Verse 4]
I'm runnin' late to somewhere now
That I don't want to be
Where the future and promises
Ain't what it used to be
I never wanted to compromise
Or bargain with my soul
How did a life on the wild side
Ever get so full?

[Chorus]
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh-ooh) Somewhere now
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh-ooh) Somewhere now
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh-ooh) Somewhere now
(Ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh-ooh) Somewhere now

[Post-Chorus]
Oh, I (Ooh, somewhere now)
Don't wanna think about tomorrow
(Ooh, somewhere now)
Don't wanna think about the old
(Ooh, somewhere now)
It doesn't matter anyway
(Ooh, somewhere now)
Oh, I (Ooh, somewhere now)
I wanna start a revolution
(Ooh, somewhere now)
I wanna hear it on my radio
(Ooh, somewhere now)
I'll put it off another day
(Ooh, somewhere now)
[Bridge]
Oh, I (Ooh, somewhere now)
(I ain't gonna stand in line no more)
Don't wanna think about tomorrow
(Ooh, somewhere now)
(I ain't gonna stand in line no more)
Don't wanna think about the old
(Ooh, somewhere now)
(I ain't gonna stand in line no more)
It doesn't matter anyway
(Ooh, somewhere now)
(I ain't gonna stand in line no more)
Oh, I (Ooh, somewhere now)
(I ain't gonna stand in line no more)
I wanna start a revolution
(Ooh, somewhere now)
(I ain't gonna stand in line no more)
I wanna hear it on my radio
(Ooh, somewhere now)
(I ain't gonna stand in line no more)
I'll put it off another day
(Ooh, somewhere now)
(I ain't gonna stand in line no more)

[Guitar Solo]

[Outro]
Ah-ah, ah
Ah-ah

If you're a fan of punk rock music, then the name "Green Day" must be familiar to you. One of their more recent albums "Revolution Radio" gained a lot of attention and critical acclaim from fans and critics alike. One of the best songs from that album was "Forever Now." A sophisticated melody of three different songs smartly woven together to bring the album full circle. Let's dive deep into this song.

About Forever Now

"Forever Now" is a song by the American punk rock band Green Day, from their album "Revolution Radio," which was released in October 2016. It's a song that pulls together three different but equally powerful songs; "Somewhere Now," "Too Dumb to Die," and "I'm Breathing Again." The combination of these songs makes an impact on the listener and gives a sense of completeness to the album.

The band's frontman Billie Joe Armstrong has stated in interviews that the song was meant to conclude the album and bring it full circle. The song begins with "Somewhere Now" and continues with "Too Dumb to Die," which portrays how the band feels unfulfilled despite working hard and achieving success. This theme is carried forward with a mix of fast-punk beats, slower verses, and introspective lyrics that are typical of Green Day's music style.

The last part of the song, "I'm Breathing Again," is significant as it gives a sense of hope for the future. After the dark and gloomy mood set by the second part of the song, the lyrics become more positive and uplifting. The band's sound also changes to a more upbeat and hopeful rhythm. This change in tone gives a feeling of growth and moving forward, which is perfect as the song concludes the album.

Overall, "Forever Now" is a great example of how Green Day can mix fast punk rock with slower and more introspective verses, displaying the band's range and songwriting abilities.

In Conclusion

Green Day has been producing punk rock anthems for over 30 years. However, their evolution as a band continues to impress even their most hardcore fans. "Forever Now" is a perfect example of a song by Green Day that showcases their growth as musicians while staying true to their roots. The combination of different songs woven together to create a powerful and impactful experience is a testament to their songwriting abilities. With "Forever Now," Green Day reminds us why they are one of the most iconic punk rock bands of all time.

• Release Date: October 7, 2016
• Artist: Green Day