Dance Gavin Dance - On the Run

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Pop that, shock and awe, get that grab it, go go claws
I go broke when I assume I suck, flex my settlement, I’m selling stuff
Get that, go in raw, have a baby, adopt a dog
Well I blasted enacted and off to space, Well I practiced adapted, and it felt great
Right now I need somebody
A little taste of honey
Legs don’t matter, they’re just softening, I’m limpin
Bugs don’t matter, no death is suffering, so squish it.
I'm giving in this time
Temptation running wild
Shutting down my mind
You got me on the run (uh oh)
You know me more than anybody (uh oh)
You caught me with the gun in my hand (uh oh)
But I don't care bout anybody but you
I'm on a roll
I can't contain myself
I need a taste
Don't tell me that we're done (uh oh)
I know you more than anybody (uh oh)
I'll make it up to you I swear (uh oh)
Cuz I don't care bout anybody but you
I got a feeling that you're dropping the bomb tonight
And leaving me on my own
Took all your pictures off the wall and you were cold as ice
When we talked on the phone
If you want it come home maybe we could work it out
You know I would take it back if I could
Or we could leave it in the past and try make it out
Hit the radio and set the mood
I did you wrong now let me atone
Cuz I don't think we'll make it all alone
Alone
I got a feeling that we're here to stay
Stick with me and I can take you there
I'm not about to throw it all away
Holding on to what we got, so rare

[@koopahermit]

I am excited for this album. Tillian seems like the guy I'd trust buying a macbook from.

[@MyoticTesseract]

How am I just seeing this comment now that's fucking hilarious lmao

[@adizzle7457]

koopahermit you’d buy a MacBook??

[@9290SC]

lol im sleep

[@taylorkillian6174]

I can’t tell is this a shot at Johnny Craig or are you just genuinely complimenting Tilian? Lol

[@edgrr9109]

Apple sucks, MacBook sucks. Had one for a month earlier this year... Returned it asap

[@kangjj1]

That ending with Jon Mess cracks me up.. this song makes me happy for no discernible reason other than that

[@nickysickydicky]

Was super sick

[@Alzo20]

I was hoping im not the only one who loves that screamed PARARAPAPA

[@kangjj1]

Zoltán Allaga Jon in the studio must be like fuck it im gonna contribute my own vocals too

[@leahbeckie3565]

Actually, Will Swan does the backing vocals and the vocals you hear at the end.

[@kangjj1]

Leah Beckie Im referring to the scream tho and it sounds like jon mess to me, don't tell me im wrong *gasp*

[@richardmoran5394]

At least 1 rise band knows the meaning of originality

[@daveF1993]

Everything this band puts out is a goddamn masterpiece. Once again Jon Mess with the killer lyrics, and wow! Tillian has grown on me.

[@MrWil9]

...killer lyrics?

[@rogalrogal]

Joshua Wilson yes

[@MrWil9]

Paweł Kucharzewski how so?

[@Jedi-For-Hire]

This is why they're my favorite band every new album is different than the last one. They aren't afraid to try new things. But haters are gonna hate. Tillian is killing it right now he is great with this band. Yes, Jonny was also amazing with DGD but he couldn't handle his personal problems and its really hard to tour with a drug addict.

[@rogalrogal]

Joshua Wilson becoause i said so

[@steffengotsch]

I think this video goes deeper than many people are realizing. With the video highlighting the robots in Tilian's parts and the Animals in Mess' parts, the album art of the robots and animals fighting shows the divide between the older DGD fans and some of the new ones. Then, later, as the second half of the song rolls in, the animals and robots are highlighted over Tilian's singing, signifying this album will be an album for every type of DGD fan. Or maybe I'm over-analyzing. I do remember Feerick saying somewhere that this album will have a DBM2/Acceptance Speech vibe.

[@skinnyman]

If there was an award for best lyricist, Jon Mess would win it every fucking time

[@andromedaiscoming185]

De Morte Tape either the worst or the best, that I can't tell is the best part

[@hcx426]

Dance Gavin Dance never puts out a bad album, this band has given me so many memories. Love this band.

[@1BenDoverWilson]

I am so thankful DGD keeps making music. It's these guys that got me into this kind of music and I'm so grateful for that. Ever since I listened to Downtown Battle Mountain 6-7 years ago, it has been my all time fav album. I've been obsessed with that album and everything else they've put out since. Listening to this now just brings me joy that DGD has never quit despite all the band member changes, and I'm especially grateful for Will Swan and Matt Mingus for staying the whole time to keep DGD, DGD. Also Jon Mess as well for staying for almost the whole time. Please continue making music for as long as you can, there's people out here who appreciate it more than you know.

[@earl-larsen]

100% agree with everything you said.

[@prezt712]

carl jaysen c

[@ShoeShiner75]

I love you

[@MrCaseHarts]

totally agree. My favorite band, Never has any band touched them. Love these guys. Keep me sane for almost a decade now.

[@strikeBOXproductions]

Nobody could have put it in a better way. Thank you for this.

[@TWTNWmusic]

I loved Tilian in Tides Of Man. I love Tilian as Tilian. I love Tilian in DGD. I love all of DGD. Johnny is never coming back, there's obviously a reason Matt is not in the band, Kurt found his home in ALLB, so now they have Tilian. (I'm butt-hurt people don't seem to like him.)

[@TheJSBUCK]

Are you talking about Matt Geise? Because Matt Mingus is definitely still in the band.

[@TWTNWmusic]

Jason Buckland Yeah I meant Matt Giese haha. If Matt Mingus left that'd be pretty upsetting

[@technicality1]

/thank/ you

[@Derrickstare]

tilian's voice is beautiful, I love him in DGD, and I love Tilian's own album.

[@Spancakes23]

I think they work best with tillian also. I agree with you

[@SweChapz]

I could replay that ending all day long!

[@ChristopherGonzalez-sn6gs]

The end makes me cry cuz it's so beautiful

[@skyrazak]

that bassline is so sick and groovy

[@DeadlyLazer]

Damn... I don't usually cry in songs but... Damn...that last part. Had me sobbing

[@nickrisley7392]

If Jon stops screaming so damn good I'll never listen to dgd again Literally the only reason I still listen. Keep up the good work

[@nickmathis6136]

Dance Gavin Dance.. one of the few bands that consistently puts out good material.

[@BrokenToews]

The main problem I had with Acceptance Speech was that Tilian's highs were almost unnaturally high; not necessarily bad, but a little more difficult to listen to on a regular basis than Kurt or Jonny. His change here towards his older Tides of Man-ish style is exactly what I was hoping for, and I am unnaturally excited to hear the rest of this album.

[@ShoeShiner75]

Also fyi Tilians voice was produced by Kris Crummet on the Tides of Man albums and by Matt Mallpase on Acceptance Speech. On Instant Gratification they went back to Kris Crummet. Producers do make a big impact as you can hear.

[@xvinnyscreamox]

i 100 agree with you lol. i can't bump this with Tillian singing all high and shit. he should go back to tides of man.

[@ShoeShiner75]

Godzillatrey Tarprellius lol you must have not read all of B'roken Toews comment.

[@MrCaseHarts]

it was mixed better. straight up.

[@timothybradleyunited]

completely agreed. Loved the tides of man vocals. His vocals on AS were so over produced and processed forcing me to abandon that album. This sounds much better. Still have a place in my heart for all of the Kurt Travis material.

[@MrBlazingninja]

THE BASS I LOVE YOU TIM

[@leemann8363]

Tillian's lyrics at the end are magical. They are so simple yet they flow perfectly.

[@PONCHEEZED]

Tfw when you've been in love with this chick for months and she drops the bomb she doesn't want a relationship. This song keeps me sane

[@kantdiego]

Or in my case, for 6 years. All including being the one that made the bigger mistakes but changes and it was not enough nonetheless.

[@dagnaldblumbf1882]

"Go in raw, have a baby adopt a dog," Truly words to live by.

[@amygrein507]

I love this song. And just found out hes singing about squishing bugs! Now im sad! Dont squish bugs just for the heck of it!

[@ChrisP6789]

Jon Mess' screams sound so raw now! He sounds so good. I always have liked tilian.. I think he's a great fit for the band. They seem so complete now since he stepped in.

[@ImPwnedByaPanda]

5 years later and I still have the MacBook I bought with them

[@caspergill2177]

i just came to assure you that what you said wont go over everyones head, i got it, and youre hilarious lol

[@Eivesohn]

lmao best comment in this comment section

[@ChrisCoignet]

Man, every album is always so different than anything they've done before, and is always orchestrated so well musically. So fresh. This is why DGD is one of my favorite bands, and I'm always looking forward to what they have up their sleeve next. So stoked for VII

[@ochalmers]

Those backing vocals in the chorus are ace. Tilians parts are a bit soft but they'll grow on me. The overall sound is sweet.

[@dominiclight495]

I love this! I've never heard screams used so melodically like in the ending :). I can't get enough of this band!

[@xxParkFanxx69420]

Tilian stepping up huge, love you guys so much. Thank you for never quitting.

[@3manimaniac]

Been listening to DGD for 5 years now. Kurt, Jonny, Tillian...This band is just so great.

[@colekenney7963]

Im so proud of Tilian! He has improved so much from the last album. It seems that he really listened to the criticisms from the last album and fixed most of them without losing his style. Even though this song isn't as innovative as their old stuff, its still fun. Excited to hear more.

[@DGDfan13]

THIS BAND IS GOLDEN! They've never put out anything bad. It's always something different and awesome. Jon's killing it as always, and Tillian is sounding even better than last album! LET IT ROCK DGD

[@earl-larsen]

this song and this album and all of their albums and all of their everything is pure art. dgd will always be my favorite band.

[@jwwatkins8550]

DGD IS AN AMAZING BAND AND WILL ALWAYS BE MY FAVORITE

[@lexisrez2895]

I feel like Acceptance Speech was just released last month. Already a new album?! It's like Santa stopped by ny house twice in one night

[@dethwtch]

Explains the quality of the albums haha

[@AnimateTheWorld]

Their contract with rise was over after AS, im guessing they renewed their contract, and it explains a new album coming out fast

[@AugieSubsJrock]

***** Amount of time spent on an album is not an accurate representation of its quality, get that mentality out of your mind. LIJ4Productions That's a good assumption, they could also have had some of these songs in the works since they were working on AS. Albums usually end up being comprised of songs that were chosen from a huge bundle of demos. Enter Shikari's latest album had about 50 demos it was cut from, Periphery had 40 demos to choose from. DGD could have the same situation and just have finally gotten a place to use those demos on

[@AnimateTheWorld]

Agustin Torres thats true, but will swan posted on his facebook that the contract was up with AS. So yeah, lol

[@mikelazer1]

LIJ4Productions Yep they resigned a new deal a few months after AS.

[@xyro728]

Idk y but that ending made me really emotional

[@kevrami]

This song is just beautiful. Fell in love with it through first time I heard

[@Fabyfakid]

This song always chokes me up damn it.

[@Dickey7861]

I've never been a huge fan of DGD but this new stuff is really making me like it more and more. Love how well the vocals mesh.

[@TheCharlieChitty]

Literally masterful. DGD has always kind of set itself apart from other screamo (Shit, if you can call them that.) due to the clearly-defined pentameter, Will Swan, the screaming that still sticks to the tune, the cleans that don't get over mixed so they don't sound jarring next to everything else, Will Swan, the way that one song can change tempo multiple times and Will Swan. I kinda wish Rise would knock off shoving ads at the end of videos though. I came here to listen to a new release, not hear samples off of other artists, I'll click them if I want to.

[@jman348968]

I think you forgot to mention Will Swan

[@ourdailyriot]

Now this is the DGD that I know, welcome back, guys

[@aaronschmidt2073]

RIP Tim :(

[@DanTragedy]

woow, could this be possible... this band has none flaws, everysong theyd made its perfect o.o

[@Hugelybased]

Really stepped up the bass tone on this. Love that grind. The production in general is way better then Acceptance speech. Till sounds great. HYPED

[@TheAuzyx]

I loved every album since Royal Ocean and I'm still here in awe over their music. Never stop changing, DGD.

[@Gson123456]

I literally listen to this album everyday

[@akawsoccer]

Can't get enough of it.

[@heerosanosyuy1173]

Go in raw 👌✨

[@holdenhorvath1143]

Apart from the actual music, DGD has had the most success in making good/continuous style album covers. Wouldn't mind a DGD sleeve with their art work. It's just so different but always the same concept. I love it.

[@mraudiss]

Dude that would be dope. I want to get a tat of them really bad but not sure what. I was thinking "open your eyes and look north" because it fits what I already have .

[@rittietittie9224]

The only two bands that I've seen do that is circa survive, and DGD.

[@holdenhorvath1143]

Marcus Huff Ironically enough, i'm heading back to Nashville tomorrow to finish my Circa Survive arm sleeve.

[@mashingwachine1]

2024 anyone?

[@BrucifyMe]

Yessir, miss this era of DGD honestly. It stands out much more than their recent stuff (that I still love) since they've "settled" on their sound ever since Mothership.

[@Infamousx51]

All day

[@tuturwicaksono4065]

Yes I'am

[@mattgavin1022]

You know it.

[@xxluminousreveriexx]

this song deserves more love

[@Puerto514]

This is one of the best songs I've ever heard!!!

[@Jojje94]

Tillian is awesome here, he's not super-overedited. I still really dig Acceptance Speech but he has a much more natural voice here.

[@tastetherainbow32109]

Everything that I've seen out of dgd this far is absolutely beautiful.

[@DreBourbeau]

I hope Tilian has more aggressive cleans on this record.

[@SkyCityMusicAZ]

Empire Theory-era Tillian and DGD would be awesome.

[@colekenney7963]

You have to admit though Tilians vocals have improved so much from AS. I think something may have happened to him vocally to where he can't rip them out like he used to in Tides of Man.

[@alix8482]

Cole Kenney He smokes too much! :)

[@victorurquiza93]

Cole Kenney He actually mentioned that he didn't want to use harsh vocals since the band already had a screamer and he wanted that contrast between them

[@colekenney7963]

Interesting. Miss those a little bit though.

[@Bilmuriband]

DGD's album artwork is always the best.

[@NMGian]

Yep. Jon Mess is still Jon Mess. Really looking forward to the release! I also want to adopt a dog for some reason...

[@pavarottithePistol]

I think it's all great. Every CD is slightly different but it works in many ways. Jon Mess always cracks me up with his bizarre lyrics.

[@hugocapelobl]

how lovely is this song? yeah... it's lovely!

[@MettaWorldWSL]

I just all around love DGD I got into them about4 years ago, so at this point both Johnny & Kurt had been in the band, now I didn't know because until I started following the band, even then I loved the music on both Downtown BattleMountain, & Happiness. The singers didn't change much for me. Then when acceptance speech came the trend continued. I'm loving the new singles so far.

[@RecreateDrums]

Fuck. This song is beautiful and it's perfect for what I'm going through right now. I fucking love DGD.

[@MrWil9]

Yeah dude I can really connect to the parts about squashing bugs. I killed a spider the other day and I felt really sad afterwards, so this song gets to me on a deep level

[@RecreateDrums]

Joshua Wilson i meant tilian's lyrics, not jon's.

[@MettaWorldWSL]

I like it. Tillian has grown on me. I'll be over playing it for awhile. 👌💯

[@everettcotter]

This is amazing! I used to be a Kurt Travis fanboy, but I'm really liking Tillian's voice lately. And Tim's bass tone is heavenly. Great song guys :)

[@ptr_grin]

That clean vocals... Just awesome

[@AnimateTheWorld]

Anyone else disappointed? Cause you better not be. DGD never fucking disappoints

[@dominicdunn2579]

Fuck no DGD for life

[@quridapearson5068]

Everything this band puts out is a goddamn masterpiece. Once again Jon Mess with the killer lyrics, and wow! Tillian is amazing 💙 ❤️ 💙 ❤️

[@Kristenesfiles]

i agree

[@sithlordangel7342]

I feel like those of us who are Major fans of this band just have so many emotions we don't express on the outside. And that's why this music speaks to us. If I'm wrong tell me XD

[@Kelpie9423]

So true!

[@lithiumkid]

all the positive comments here going six years back just make me so happy

[@paolaamado187]

*replays until the end of time*

[@bythewav]

This is absolutely perfect

[@EvanOmNomz]

who elses loves oohhawwohhaa in the background at the begening?

[@MichaelAnderson-yj9nz]

PURE FREAKING GOLD! These guys are on a whole different level. Tillian has just made them better.

[@MrWil9]

I see that Jon Mess is back to his usual lyrical nonsense. He got a little less insane on acceptance speech but it seems that he's back to normal now

[@lozz3rs]

ikr its great! I got a lot of secret band vibes from his lyrics now...

[@MrWil9]

lozz3rs Trueee.

[@Straw_Breaker]

haha, have you seen his lyrics on the Secret Band debut album?

[@CurtisWrightcwew]

I think it's just lyrically dense, I don't think its nonsense. It's abstract, impressionist, post-modern type of writing. That's just me tho.

[@TimenSpaceGaming]

Curtis Wright No, that's just the acid.

[@Straw_Breaker]

Acceptance Speech was amazing. I have a feeling that this will be even better!

[@AlbungaLativ]

I am so glad they went back to Kris Crummett for the production on this album. He knows them the best having done most of their albums. Cannot wait for the release of this LP!!!

[@critterclaws]

Tillian just keeps getting better and better! So anticipating this awesome band's albummm!

[@AldenPez]

BA DA DA DA DO BA DA DA DA DA DO BA DA DA DA DO BA DA DA DA DA DO!!

[@urRAWRsoundsfunnyLOL]

I don't know much about music lingo so I'm not sure how to say this; I like that they still have that jazzy-bass sound to them. Always loved them for that. Just wish I could hear it more

[@jordannicholsen3025]

The song is great but I think the Will Swan backup vocals really take it over the top. That ending is epic.

[@mercat15]

i think this band is incapable of releasing anything other than masterpieces. Jon mess is amazing and tilian has the voice of a saint

[@TheBitTV]

I like Kurt, Tillian, and Jonny, but I feel like Tillian just works with this band better. Idk about you guys, but I get more of a sense of passion and meaning in their words a bit more with Tillian.

[@violet-vibe]

I kinda agree.. Like I feel like he gets more personal with the lyrics if that makes sense ö

[@TheBitTV]

Arturo Adams I really agree. It makes me feel more connected to the music.

[@johnhowetv]

Incredible song, great mix of dynamics. Love the lyric video too - super original and visually poppin'!

[@ARandomMinority]

that ending is fucking beautiful

[@princessmononikki8350]

DGD IS SO RELIABLE FOR SUCCESS. ONE OF THE FEE BANDS WHO HAS MEVER DISAPPOINTED ME.

[@kscheitzinger7593]

Even though I like Happiness / other older albums, this is still pretty goddamn unique compared to everything else on Rise. DGD is one of those bands that if you hate one of their songs and listen to it enough you'll fall in love with it anyways

[@ForOrAgainstUs]

I'm looking forward to this. I love some of their songs and don't care for others. On The Run is now randomly on the top of my love list. Many other songs have already fallen off the top. Can't wait to see what other ones show up there.

[@YZFMX256]

This is amazing! Tilian has grown so much and really developed well in the DGD sound. Stoked on this new album! As always Mess just kills it! And the bass (guitar) is super sick on this track

[@tman695695]

go in raw have a baby adopt a dog fucking perfect.

[@zobernuts]

Beyond stoked for this album!!!

[@Wildmetalhead]

They grew up. Their newer stuff is sooo much better than their previous stuff. That's my opinion.

[@DanceWithTheD3ad]

Lmao wtf ^

[@Wildmetalhead]

Jason LovesPWD Haha, of course. Thanks. x}

[@DanceWithTheD3ad]

Jason LovesPWD wtf??? ^

[@Wildmetalhead]

Jason LovesPWD I don't use facebook but you could follow me on Twitter. hahah ^ Uhm it's: @ jury0fwolves.

[@EpicGabby24]

wow

[@jesuscarrillo2770]

acceptance speech is one of my favorite albums and I bet it will also instant gratification

[@CharlieViking95]

YES! THEY'RE SO FUCKING BACK IN THEIR A-GAME. Also, Kris Crummett's production SLAYS.

[@8Zeeks]

Always making great music after album after album, it just keeps increasing its awesomeness!! I've had people dissing on them but once I showed them this they started to like it haha! Hopefully they tour in POMONA! Cause these guys always put on a freaking show

[@SJPWarrior]

Dance gavin dance will never disappoint

[@cpdhyrule2585]

Knock on wood don't jinx us

[@narlycharley]

I love them for who they were and who they've become... I love it and cant wait!

[@emiharrington4469]

The lyrics are pretty random but their sound is amazing! I love there cover art as well, I wonder who does it?

[@MegaAnnoying1]

Emi Harrington Mattias Adolfsson :)

[@Derrickstare]

MegaAnnoying1 THANK YOU FOR THIS! I always loved their album art, but honestly never thought about who makes it. This guy is a great artist and I love his style now. Thinking about spending a bunch of money on his art lol.

[@cmays209]

This is a huge step from Acceptance Speech and I LOVED that album.

[@joenervlus3239]

people say the lyrics are random and what not but like, Have you heard the music around now and days with the same lyrics. These guys, Every time a different but same vibe.

[@CRW]

When the lyrics can be perceived and interpreted in different ways, then they're a lot more like art.

[@btg2k]

Kuraingu_ Ame read there new stuff. I perceive it has someone struggling with substance abuse and a pornography addiction lol. Either way, they kicked ass in philly.

[@ThatKiDwiththeDrums]

So smooth, I love it, I love it, I love it. I know for sure more interesting songs will be on the album.

[@Errcyco]

I was hooking up with a girl I met online and we were getting drunk like 2nd or 3rd time we metup. since I had roommates she didn't wanna have sex without background noise so I was like put something on my laptop. She played "Instant Gratification" on KZbin.. Dude. wow. When we were all done she went to the bathroom and I started my hunt for this song lol. I kept asking her what song it was and she was like tell me a myriad and all I could remember was little cartoon dudes with spears and she was like "it's On the Run" Lov ed them ever since. me and that girl ended up falling in love and moving in together and had a cool few years. saw DGD 2 times and each was badass. I have some of the best memories in my life tied to this album sir it will always be super special to me. Thanks for reading my depression fueled rant internet stranger.

[@warloro]

Lovely

[@soraroxasblader]

it's that time of the year where dance gavin dance releases new music and my days become 100% better

[@SimonTonekham]

Anyone got referred from Jarrod Alonge's recent "Misheard Lyrics" video?

[@Lou-zd6oo]

yep

[@plank2490]

i cant unhear it even when i read the lyrics in the video

[@ss01101]

Simon Tonekham Yup. I still misheard the lyrics even though they're on display 😂

[@SimonMaciasII]

Love that interesting melody!

[@PatrickHogan]

Man, same issue Acceptance Speech had. Where's the fucking guitar in the mix? DGD has one of the most interesting guitarists ever and you can't hear a damn thing he does anymore. Hell, I can hear the bass twice as prominently as the guitar. I can hear the keys from the keyboardist they don't have more prominently than the guitar. Producers, do your job and mix it so we can hear all the instruments, please.

[@connorcoffing537]

Omg could not agree more

[@orlandocolon5472]

Train your ears, man. Guitars are pretty noticeable throughout the whole song

[@aaronchamberlain4698]

I feel you… but again I feel like every track on this album is going to be pretty diverse. Also, the mix for vinyl is pretty different so I never found you're problem on Acceptance Speech.

[@brizzleayaz]

To be fair, you couldn't hear the bass most of the time in each album leading up to this one. But I also agree, guitars are pretty noticeable.

[@PatrickHogan]

Maybe it's just my speakers and the fact that I was expecting the same issue AS had. I'll try again on other speakers.