Arrows
Fences
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My old man He kicked me out He kicked me out When I told him that I lived this way I lived this way, I lived this way I lived this way, I lived this way I lived this way, I lived this way I lived this way He doesn't own me He doesn't own me He doesn't own me He doesn't own me Just escape! Arrows land, we’re fallin' Arrows (arrows) were fallin' Arrows land, we’re fallin' Arrows (arrows) were fallin' The black rinse align your face Like a deer drinking water in a picture frame I swear to God I've seen those eyes The back of my lids when closing mine With clasped hands we shake it out, shake it out Lace the boots and we walk away I felt slightly connected to him and said Now boy, now you own me Arrows land, we’re fallin' Arrows (arrows) were fallin' Arrows land, we’re fallin' Arrows (arrows) were fallin' Yeah, yeah Yeah, yeah He doesn't sleep So in truth he never wakes up Another day rushing to his death Out of breath on the treadmill of the famous He makes mistakes tells stories to his paintbrush And when the world finally sees his art He wishes that he never would have made it Just escape, just escape Ricochets and eclipses faith Living in a city with a grey umbrella over your shoulders And you're becoming suffocated by the weight, can't hit those breaks This is what you wanted, huh But you got it all in vein 'Cause you forgot who you are Right as the world learned your name it goes Arrows land, we’re fallin' Arrows (arrows) were fallin' Arrows land, we’re fallin' Arrows (arrows) were fallin' Let me ash my issues Ashtray is this asphalt American spirits, black coffee, conversations and a passport When God gives you everything Everything that you ever asked for And it still looks a bit different Then when you pictured it on that back porch, and I'm gone World traveler all I got is my songs When the nights start blending into one another and I don't recall Tom Petty in this motherfucker, all I wanna do is free fall Yeah free fall And I'm so caught up, I'm caught up I'm caught up and I'm so tired Swore that I wouldn't stare into the light and guess who tried it Shit I'm blinded by this lime light This lime light, it's all night, it's all day These bright lights, these bright lights Once you turn 'em on, you can't walk away Don't die here, don't die here I came too far, I'm too great But I'm too scared and I'm too afraid To stare this world into its face I'm almost home, I'm driving lost My eyelids closed, light turns to grey The cameras off, the show is over You close the curtains and just escape Arrows land, we’re fallin' Arrows (arrows) were fallin' Arrows land, we’re fallin' Arrows (arrows) were fallin' I live this way I live this way I live this way I live this way I live this way I live this way I live this way I live this way (Just escape!)
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Written by: Ben Greenspan, Ben Haggerty, Christopher Mansfield, Jacquire King, Ryan Lewis
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing
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15 facts about this song
Collaboration"Arrows" is a collaboration between American indie rock band Fences and rapper Macklemore.
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Album InclusionThe song features in Fences' second album, 'Lesser Oceans,' released in January 2015.
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Famous ProducerRyan Lewis, the frequent collaborator with Macklemore on several hits, produced "Arrows."
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Song ThemeThe song tackles serious themes, dealing with issues of addiction and strained family relationships.
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Personal ConnectionThe lyrics are semi-autobiographical, with Macklemore rapping about his struggles with substance abuse.
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Critical Acclaim"Arrows" has received critical acclaim, with critics praising its emotionally intense narrative and mellow composition.
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Chart PerformanceThe song enjoyed commercial success, peaking at number 33 on US Hot Rock & Alternative Songs (Billboard).
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SongwritingChristopher Mansfield, the lead vocalist of Fences, and Macklemore co-wrote the song.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Arrows," released on August 11, 2014, is minimalistic in nature, matching the raw intensity of the lyrics. It shows animations of the story being sung, interspersed with shots of Fences and Macklemore performing the song.
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InspirationalDespite its darker theme, "Arrows" has been cited as an inspirational song due to its raw portrayal of addiction and recovery.
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Live PerformancesFences and Macklemore have performed "Arrows" at several live events, bringing its emotionally resonant message to a larger audience.
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RecognitionThe song has been recognized for its powerful lyrics and stunning production, highlighting the strengths of both Fences and Macklemore.
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Reception among Fans"Arrows" quickly became a fan favourite, noted for its poignant storytelling and honesty.
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Discographical SignificanceThe collaboration with a mainstream artist like Macklemore managed to bring Fences in the limelight, marking a significant point in their discography.
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Visual ArtThe cover art for the single involves an arrow, fitting its title and the metaphorical meaning of trials and direction within the song.
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