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HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPS

by Don't Look Down

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1.
Quarter-Life Crisis 02:35
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I’m walking down my old street past everything that makes me “Me”, and that’s when nostalgia hits me like a brick to the back of my head. Yeah, that’s why I’m upset; Thought I was out of this rut, but I’m not sure it’s over yet... Am I flying too close to the sun? Or am I not flying high enough? These are the things that no one wants to talk about; These are the things that I’m too scared to say out loud: MY HOPES, MY DREAMS MY SINS, MY FEARS THIS LOVE AND EXPECTATIONS ...and all my bad intentions. I thought that I’d be so much closer to where I saw myself at this stage. These are the same mistakes that young men make on their way to an early grave... Most nights I can’t fall asleep, because I’m too busy trying to be all the changes that I wish to see in me. But I’m upset, and I’m mad, I’m scared of losing the things that I already have.
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Who You Are 03:02
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It seems like I'm still looking for the bright side, since I have left this town. But the only thing that's found me here is a better perspective of the place that I came from. See what I learned was, accepting where you've been, is the only way to get to where you're going... ALL I HAVE ARE THESE TWO HANDS, TO MAKE THE BEST OF WHAT I'M GIVEN It doesn't matter where you start, only where you go, take your chances and figure out who you are. I WON'T SPEND MY LIFETIME waiting for something to happen for me, everybody knows that THIS MEANS EVERYTHING. When it comes down to it, it's what I've always known...If you really love something, you have to let it go. Take your chances, and figure out who you are.. This is all I am This is all I have This is everything that keeps me breathing
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Getting Up 03:03
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Itʼs been four long years, the ground is soaked with the memories, come and gone.You pick yourself up off the ground just to be thrown back down by someone elseʼs problems that nobody can fix.  They just canʼt let this go... and we, we have to breathe. Take the lead and I will follow ‘cause not getting out, is giving up in this town. Iʼll stay right next to you and never let you down, ‘cause wherever you are, is where I’m meant to be. No matter what they say, no matter what they do, Iʼll draw a line in the sand, and dare them to cross it. Because if thereʼs one thing that I’ve learned, it was a lesson that I’ve earned: Getting out is the only way that we can lay our roots down. But Iʼll still believe that we always have to bleed for the things that we said weʼd die for.
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A Melody for Jordan 02:47
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There's a girl on my street and she works for everything that she has, that much she can be proud of. But this city, it's a pity, it's killing her, I can't see that same smile in her eyes... But she tells me, "I have got a pocket full of dreams that I keep on myself at all times, just in case...All my plans fall through and the world crashes down, that's how I know I'll be fine." But I'm sick of fighting my way through this bullshit 'Cuz some days are bad days (don't let it get to you) and when it hurts too much to breathe, Just keep on pushing through. I SEE THE WAY THAT THE WORLD LOOKS DOWN AT YOU and I admit that I'm guilty of it too. There's no right or wrong, when everything's painted grey, and it's hard to see the way things are when you're on your knees...
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Somewhere in Between... 03:22
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It always feels just like I’m new here, even though I remain the same The world moves all around me, and I’m just trying to keep my pace in this world… I got caught up somewhere between growing up and following my dreams; So I’ll keep walking under the streetlights, searching the skylines and all of the street signs, until I find a place that works out for me. I may be down, but never count me out, As long as I’ve got all my best friends. I’ve heard it said that “the best revenge is to live well” The worst you have to give brings out the best in me.
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Even Superman Needs a Fortress of Solitude 03:30
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How do we figure this out? Shouldn’t we break these walls down? Bashing my skull against these bricks, something has got to give me a break. A chance to see what I’ve been missing, don’t you agree? The only way it’s getting better, is if I do this for me right now...Am I trying too hard for this? Do you remember last night? That place was such a letdown; I slept on the floor while you were on the couch. Is it any wonder why I can’t fit in? There’s a room full of people and all I want is a place to clear my head... Sometimes you pick your friends, but sometimes...you lose them. Now am I strong enough to fight through my mistakes? And spend every day, to never make them again? But I can’t be like you and bury my head in the sand, and act like everything’s alright, like “Yeah, I’m doing fine.” ‘Cuz I feel this weight on my shoulders and I can’t seem to break free, nobody else is gonna do this unless I do this for me...
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Truth or Consequences, NM 03:54
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What a difference a year makes! I’m standing alone outside a Waffle House: I’m watching the cops drive by, and the drunks get into fist fights. Between the late nights, and the phone calls, I’ve been going through withdrawal. I can’t believe that it’s come to this...Everything I used to believe, is tearing itself apart at the seams; Are you everything I want? Or just someone I don’t need? It’s time to face the proof that’s in our hands (We can’t get by on best-laid plans) If that’s the truth, Than I’m the consequence. I’m just the consequence! She said “There will be a night when you call me up, just because I was on your mind...But I know that it won’t be anytime soon.” Like I haven’t heard that line before, reminding me that, once upon a time...We were “us”, and things were “ours”. I’ll pack my bags, and go chase all the bright city lights; You’ll stay right here choking on all your words and all of your spite.
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By Your Side ("Miss Davis, will you go to prom with me?") 04:49
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The fan blades keep on spinning around and around...and staring at them is starting to make me sick. Or maybe it’s just me, and the whiskey in my stomach, but this house smells like the first time that we met...But I just play it over and over again in my head... I don’t wanna go home, tonight. I just wanna lay here by your side. I want you to be the last thing I see when I close my eyes. The floor is caving in underneath our feet, and I can’t seem to stop your hands from shaking. Tell me what’s the right thing to say, to let you know that I’m still here?You know, you could tell me anything at all... Am I your favorite thing in between the cushions on the couch? Something that you used to love but have forgotten all about... I don’t wanna go home, tonight. I just wanna lay here by your side. I want you to be the last thing I see when I close my eyes. But you’re afraid to fall down, like a blind man walking on a tight rope, while your demons whisper “let go”, you were the only thing I ever loved about this side of town. It’s three in the morning but you say “It’s early”. “It’s freezing out here, so why don’t you hold me?” I’ve been waiting for your call, and I know it won’t be long...
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Invictus 02:46
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I never thought I’d say this I never thought I’d say this is the end And every reason that follows, shows me why I’m nothing like you. Each night keeps growing colder, and the patience I have for myself keeps on growing shorter. It’s like everything I own burns itself out like a cheap pack of cigarettes; You play the captain and I’ll be the ship because here we go sinking again! These nights are only here to teach me, that the best and worst of times are still to come. And this life, it has its ups and downs, but if I’m six feet underground, then I will... DIG MY WAY BACK OUT. Each day keeps growing warmer, and the people that I’ve kept in my life tell me, “Things are getting better.” For all of the places that I’ve been, and all of the trouble that I’ve seen, it makes me believe that the only future that ever existed never included “You and Me”. I’m sick and tired of all your excuses, there’s no reason for being useless.
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This Never Gets Old 03:54
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I’m just waking up, and my head is pounding; I’ve got five missed calls, and it seems like none are worth answering. It’s 4pm and so my day’s already wasted, so I’ll just sit on my front porch and watch the sky turn orange on Loudoun... Last night, I remember staying up late, talking with you. And I think that we both finally said all the things that we needed to. I just can’t find my ride home, I’m wondering where everybody went now? And I see the cops out front, but I can’t drive home because I’m way too drunk. We should have never done all the things that we did, but I, I’d do them all again. Late nights and long walks home, Cheap beer, great friends, and new jokes. Late nights, and long walks home, these nights they never get old. But do you know, where I left my keys last night? And do you know where I left my heart? You were the only reason I came out last night. You were the only reason I left my house...at all. You know how some things have to change? Well, I hope we always stay the same. I never wanna grow up, and lose my heart; I always wanna stay young.
11.
Do It for Dale 04:10
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I still remember all the long drives home, And the days that we spent talking and singing to the stereo I can’t forget you if I tried… These past few years aren’t making any sense I still hear your voice in the back of my head and I can’t tell if it’s real or if I’m still dreaming again…I still hear your voice, in the back of my head and I can’t tell if it’s real or if I’m dreaming I want you to know That this house isn’t what made this “home” You taught me: home is wherever your heart is So my home will be wherever you are. Every day I find new memories; Something time had lost, I’m just glad to get it back. You’re the biggest reason why I’m singing here today, You gave me the strength to carry on. You gave me something to believe in… I am who I am, because of who you are You taught me how to stay strong. I never said it enough, I never said it enough I never said it enough, but I love you I never said it enough, I never said it enough, I never said it enough, but I love you.

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released February 25, 2014

Music and Lyrics by Don't Look Down
Recorded and Produced by Tom Graham @ Summation Audio

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Don't Look Down Winchester, Virginia

Don’t Look Down is a five piece pop-punk/rock band based out of Northern Virginia. Consisting of Matt Breeden, vocals, David Chen, guitar, Joel Flores, guitar/vocals, Tom Graham, bass, and Nate McDowell, drums, they've been storming stages since forming in late 2011. The guys are poised for a break-out in 2014, with the release of their DIY, crowd-funded debut album, “Heavyweight Champs”. Enjoy. ... more

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