Could Have Been Me
The Struts
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Don't wanna live as an untold story Rather go out in a blaze of glory I can't hear you, I don't fear you I'll live now 'cause the bad die last Dodging bullets with your broken past I can't hear you, I don't fear you now Wrapped in your regret What a waste of blood and sweat Oh oh oh I wanna taste love and pain Wanna feel pride and shame I don't wanna take my time Don't wanna waste one line I wanna live better days Never look back and say Could have been me It could have been me Yeah Don't wanna live as an unsung melody I'd rather listen to the silence telling me I can't hear you, I won't fear you Don't wanna wake up on a monday morning The thought of work's getting my skin crawling I can't fear you, I don't hear you now Wrapped in your regret What a waste of blood and sweat Oh oh oh I wanna taste love and pain Wanna feel pride and shame I don't wanna take my time Don't wanna waste one line I wanna live better days Never look back and say Could have been me It could have been me Yeah Hey I wanna taste love and pain Wanna feel pride and shame Don't wanna take my time (No) Don't wanna waste one line (Hey Hey) Wanna live better days (Just better) Never look back and say Could have been me It could have been me It could have been me It could have been me I wanna taste love and pain Wanna feel pride and shame I don't wanna take my time Don't wanna waste one line I wanna live better days Never look back and say Could have been me It could have been me It could have been me It could have been me Yeah
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Written by: George Henry Tizzard, Richard James Parkhouse, Joshua Michael Wilkinson, Luke Thomas Spiller, Adam Richard Leslie Slack, Jed Elliott, Gethin Rhys Davies
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Release Details"Could Have Been Me" was released by The Struts in 2013 as part of their debut studio album "Everybody Wants."
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Chart PerformanceThe song hit the Billboard Alternative Songs chart and reached number 5, making it one of the band's most successful tracks.
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Popular Among Rock FansThe song also secured the 2nd spot on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart.
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Inspirational ThemeThe song embraces an inspiring lyrical theme, encouraging listeners to live their life to the fullest and avoid regret.
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Band's IdentityThrough this song, The Struts claimed their position in the modern rock industry, as they lean towards the classic, glamorous rock'n'roll style.
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Impact on Band's Career"Could Have Been Me" significantly increased the The Struts' popularity in the United States after it was played on Sirius XM's Alt Nation radio station.
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Song's Music VideoThe music video, released in 2013, showcases high-energy performance from the band, reflecting the song's spirited feel.
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Festival PerformanceThe Struts performed this song at the Lollapalooza music festival in 2018, which was well received by the crowd.
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Lyrics WritingAccording to the lead singer Luke Spiller, a heartbreak gave him the impetus to write the lyrics of "Could Have Been Me."
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Playback in Media"Could Have Been Me" played in the background of the opening segment of Monday Night Football on ESPN in 2016. It was also heard in commercials promoting the PBR (Professional Bull Riders) World Finals.
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Other Media AppearanceThe song was featured in the popular video game, Guitar Hero Live.
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Used in Movies"Could Have Been Me" is also listed in the soundtrack of the film "Eddie the Eagle."
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