Dance Gavin Dance - Awkward

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I've got style
I work harder than anyone
And I can do it while I'm having fun
Yeah I’m a get, I’m a get, I’m a get get better
I want to be
I want to be somebody
I’m gonna be somebody, I'm gonna be somebody
Now, now, slow your roll
Keep your head low
Your life is a joke
Don't make this awkward
Lay back in the fold
Can't make it alone
You're too fucking old
Don't make this awkward
Now and then, I get a little bit full of myself
And start dreaming, I can't help it
But you're a friend
You keep my feet on the ground and my head out of the clouds
Show me how to doubt myself
And who knows where I'd be without you
Cry, mine is mine,
I clamp my head in the crease
Of a familiar smell, I think the tree is a thief
I’m fryin everything that incubates and ever was
Simmer fifteen rips, before I croak and die
I flipped that maggot out
I sniffed that dragon’s brow
I say I’m feelin when everyone is on my side
We think we’re relevant hey, we think we’re being admired
It’s slipping into this
All of you, all the heads, inside the hole of cause
We’re getting intimate
It’s a flu, in a vein
How do we disconnect from the arm
Am I a fool not to run?
Your nicotine in my lungs
How can I trust anyone but you?
The belief is a burden and a crop
Now the dream is only a memory

[@HyperKenji]

"Just wanted to say something about 'Awkward'. The verses are meant to be sarcastic. The chorus is meant to be from the viewpoint of your oppressors/doubters. Please don't feel the need to ever thank anyone for doubting you unless it fuels you to be yourself and know what you know. There's no honor in making yourself smaller or doubting your abilities. The lyrics to the song are meant as a warning. In life you come across 'friends' who try to put you down or humble you "for your own good". Fuck them. They aren't your friends" -Tilian Pearson

[@NetoPilsen]

crazy stockholm syndrome going on.

[@Ryhno999]

Pop I I personally thought it was more of an angels and demons situation, like the angel on one shoulder demon on the other arguing about a decision but it’s nice to see others viewpoints

[@fadedvengeance]

I didn’t know people misunderstood the lyrics. I thought the meaning of the lyrics was obvious, but maybe that’s just cause I’ve experienced it before and listened to this album a lot during that time.

[@cat_boy2921]

I’ve suffered a life of social anxiety, these lyrics made a lot of sense to me when I relayed them to myself. I grew suicidal when overwhelmed with the feeling of a lifetime of just being the “awkward” kid to everyone. “Don’t make this awkward” is something I’ve heard too many times from others and myself, to the point where I grew comfort in this awkwardness. “show me how to doubt myself, who knows where I’ll be without you?” It makes me so happy to hear Tilian say this. Fuck the haters

[@cadequillion5276]

@@cat_boy2921 Hell yeah, same feeling I had when I first heard this song. Why would you try to make yourself small for people that don't really care for you and make you feel like you have to "earn" their respect to them. Fuck that, you don't need to validate yourself to anyone!

[@hauntsywauntsy]

Best Lyrics: Death of a Strawberry Heaviest: Shark Dad Most Creative: Eagle vs. Crows Most Epic: Variation Best Overall: Awkward

[@BookofBeart]

Hauntsy Wauntsy Yeah I'm gonna say I pretty much agree but I feel Best Overall and Most Epic should be Awkward because no one knew it was going to get that awesome and epic when Jon comes in

[@hauntsywauntsy]

It is epic for that part, I just chose Variation because of Tillian's highs and the overall triumphant mood that the song creates all throughout.

[@luukwoudstra8903]

Hauntsy Wauntsy nooo the best is the Cuddler for sure

[@hopesfall2win]

Hauntsy Wauntsy Stroke God Millionaire best overall.. that middle section.. Tilian was legit, Matt was boss.

[@hauntsywauntsy]

Stroke God is definitely the one I would have liked to add to this list. Best chorus for sure.

[@dynamoproductions5]

I love that Tillian's lyrics sorta make sense and then there's Jon.

[@mylesgarcia7847]

Casey Lester Because It's always been DGD's lyrical style for a long time, in a yin yang sort of way that stands out from other bands.

[@CreepyWolf]

DGD's lyrics have always been kinda strange. Especially Blue Dream. That song used to confuse the ever-living shit out of me.

[@russianbubbawallace8681]

Nice pfp my dood

[@toribaby1133]

“I sniffed the dragons brow” 😂😂😂

[@toribaby1133]

“I think the tree is a theif” 😂😂😂

[@ddave0822]

"I think this might be my favorite song on the album" -Me after every song on the album

[@jongajjengels]

Same, to this day in 2019

[@wolfiebloodfang6155]

factsss

[@colbyburnstwo]

SAMMMMEEEEE EVERY SONG I HEAR I FALL MADLY IN LOVE THEY JUST DON'T MISS 🤣😭

[@alfredoconsalsa]

The best part: "Now and then, I get a little bit full of myself And start dreaming, I can't help it But you're a friend You keep my feet on the ground and my head out of the clouds Show me how to doubt myself. "

[@debanyithzel4728]

i agreeeee i love that part

[@DCsk8rgoelz]

DGD is always pretty introspective in that they refuse to take themselves too seriously and often make fun of themselves in their lyrics or just screw around injecting nonsense (jon mess AHEM) but this is a whole new level. The emotional complexity and introspection of being a band member is just a breath of fresh air and a punch in the gut at the same time.

[@HORSEZZZZZzzzzz96]

This song really speaks to me as someone who has always had to make myself smaller for others and is finally starting to learn how to take up space

[@jacobpollan9540]

Johnny brought the soul, Kurt brought the funk, Tillian brought the pop. And Jon Mess brought the........ Well Jon is in his own world.

[@teleken1235]

Jacob Pollan The most accurate post I've ever read on the internet ever

[@mmmhm16]

lmao, gonna post this on every song?

[@theBOSpaladin101]

Derek Chandler It's true though hahaha

[@xvinnyscreamox]

Jacob Pollan fuck the pop

[@cocobarbarian1510]

i swear to god you posted this before

[@Anton_Glz]

That opening riff was created using Will Swan's armpit hair as strings. That's how good it is.

[@Timk0810]

"You're too fucking old, Don't make this awkward" lol hilarious. Love it!

[@urielkosovo5177]

Each song has their own feel which I love from this album.

[@kymea10]

My new personal anthem c:

[@tayo-music]

That opening riff. I die

[@joshuamunoz6046]

Eddy Lazo ^

[@safecampdee]

Eddy Lazo same here lol

[@gokofanatiko15]

kymea10 lovely anthem then ^^

[@tylerwhitis4708]

I've only been listening to them for a little while but omg that voice! ❤❤❤

[@x7H3]

This band is like a breath of fresh air. So unique and innovative; arguably the best band Rise has.

[@colbyburnstwo]

BEST BAND EVER

[@pearce.nouvelle]

I didn't think anything could top Acceptance Speech. I was dreadfully wrong.

[@linkinparkfanatic8956]

Pearce Hendy I didn't think anything could top instant gratification, then came mothership, I didn't think anything could top mothership, then came artificial selection, I don't think anything will be able to top artificial selection, but we'll have to wait and see now lmao

[@rhettbarragan5868]

Alex K its funny seeing people jump on the wagon so late, considering many of us have been out here since around 05 and knew how amazing they were from the very beginning. I've always called Swan the Hendrix of our generation. May be kinda crazy but his style is so different and funky. Good for DGD they deserve all the respect in the world for what they've created over the years.

[@americanmetalhead7318]

LinkinPark Fanatic Mothership is definitely a lot better than Artificial Selection lmao

[@1kiloh]

@@americanmetalhead7318 1-2. mothership/acceptance speech 3. artificial selection 4. instant gratification. for me at least, I was never the biggest fan of this album, but this song? top 10 easy.

[@droptherapy2085]

@@linkinparkfanatic8956 what did you think of afterburner?

[@xXWinter720Xx]

Damnnnn, that breakdown was sick af.. ;-;

[@ShimmeryNight]

New Fan over here.... I can't fucking get enough

[@jesselazowski7259]

check out tides of man, tilians first band :)

[@N3Wdirection]

Four months after this comment, and I can say the same thing. Discovered these guys three days ago, which means I've been binging on DGD for 72 hours.

[@danspitalnik]

I'd give anything to be able to listen to this album or acceptance speech for the first time again.

[@funtret12]

wait who took your picture ?

[@Chrisfordayss]

the whole album is DOPEEEEEE

[@sonicsix569]

this and shark dad are my favorite songs on this album

[@unmetaphoricalmetaphorical6769]

+sonicsix569 I agree

[@DominantWeasel]

Also We Own the Night.

[@jordanberresford2956]

shark dave

[@tatiw7373]

sonicsix569 AYEEE

[@tatiw7373]

I love the whole album¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@KareVSimms]

I love listening to this at work, while working hard, and also having fun.

[@mok3ybear525]

I feel these lyrics deep in my abdomen, in a place of more depth than my heart. Somewhere I can’t quite put a finger on. It doesn’t exist anywhere in anyway that can be observed. Not by beings who’s limited experience is subject to a realm of physical expression. Despite a lack of supporting evidence, I believe the feelings provoked by this song exists in a place some call the Soul.♥️🤟🎵🔊

[@borp12]

Mess' Part is soooo good. Goddamn.

[@squeakycrow89]

first time I heard it my eyes opened wide hahahaha, I loved Johns part!

[@AwsomeNinjaGuy]

borp12 the lead up is mixed a bit too low imo, but definitely hit me like a truck

[@joeyprochaska9299]

Boris Solman I fucking love when DGD does little breakdowns. its not often but it goes hard af

[@Jedi-For-Hire]

I've listened to Acceptance Speech and Instant Gratification both today and both albums are so great Tilian is putting his stamp on this band. Both albums are completely different from one another and that's what I love with this band each song has it's own feel to it. DGD is life people.

[@Pheresome]

EVERYONE GO VOTE WILL FOR BEST GUITARIST ON AP!!!!!!

[@Francomagofna]

I did and as much as I'd like him to win, Tony Perry will probably win it since it's most likely a popularity contest.

[@Pheresome]

Franco Magofna that or jacky vincent :/

[@FIRplease]

ExplodedConnor Yeah Jacky will probably end up winning, eventhough Will Swan is a fucking savage and is most deserving of the award

[@christophertroncoso1519]

I did ^~^ but jacky Vincent can't sweep or finger tap like will he would leave him lost lol

[@hardcorewanderer3372]

Christopher Troncoso It really should be a physical contest with Judges, over an internet voting contest

[@IanAberbach]

This is surprisingly metalcore/crunkcore for dgd, but I love it cause it's different from what they usually do and Mess's part is sweet and Tilian's voice is so smooth like God Damn

[@InChellsMind]

"Crunkcore" Oh god

[@IanAberbach]

InChellsMind I didn't mean it in a bad way, Enter Shikari is Crunk Core and they're sweet. I'm just referring to Swan's use of pedals which gives a very a electriconic sound

[@theBOSpaladin101]

Ian Aberbach Enter Shikari isn't "crunkcore." BrokeNCYDE or some shit like that is crunkcore

[@IanAberbach]

theBOSpaladin101 omfg I didn't mean crunkcore I meant electronicore fuck. Did not mean that

[@xXWinter720Xx]

Ian Aberbach lmao

[@joetreetop8227]

jon brings the kick that the song needs thats for sure but damn i like the structure

[@aliciaroman1458]

Holy crap that breakdown was unexpectedly amazing. Not common for DGD, and they pulled it off perfectly

[@colbyburnstwo]

what?!!?!?!?

[@WeWereTheStorm]

When did DGD start doing breakdowns? lol

[@Legendweaver]

Burning Down the Nicotine Armoire pt 1 and 2 haha

[@JayPlaidBatman]

Also, they have been touring with other bands. Influence is very possible. But DGD will always have THEIR sound. Not the same as others. :P

[@DGDfan13]

WeWereTheStorm Been doing it for a while haha you probably just don't notice because they're normally done in a really unique way. At any rate DGD's breakdowns are still always unique. This is hands down the most generic breakdown I can remember them doing, but it's not bad 1) because they hardly do it and 2) Jon's vocals are dope

[@TheSmashbro64]

Swan soup has one of the best ones imo

[@DGDfan13]

TheCynicalTurtle Hands down. The 2 instrumental breaks in that song are amazing. That's probably one of my top 5 DGD songs

[@musaprod]

The breakdown kinda reminded me of Backwards Pumpkin Song

[@TheOMGbeandip]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@christophertroncoso1519]

What if awkward is actually the backward pumpkin song part II o.o lol

[@PhilliaPhobia]

Christopher Troncoso The Forwards Pumpkin Song!!

[@KIT_TV22]

Moses Freih This song has the most Downtown Battle Mountain I vibes so I totally agree with you.

[@Echi1d]

the Backwards Pumpkin Song has been my fav DGD song for YEARS

[@mysticindigo144]

There's something special about this one. My favorite so far. Really digging the breakdown at the end some bands with their breakdowns these days seem generic but they did this one right !!

[@josephf4693]

Aw shit, that was.... ... ... ... ... wait for it... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... ... Messy.

[@sirzack0002]

Joseph F Leave.

[@rekt7761]

LOLLL

[@shiro6465]

What an incredible feeling that this music makes me feel 🔥

[@mercenarychief8949]

This and Variation are for sure my favorite DGD tracks! Love these guys :)

[@cocobarbarian1510]

They never fail to impress me

[@amyliaperkins1056]

That breakdown is eargasmic.

[@gordonramsay1215]

Me : *starts having some self-esteem* Tillian : your life is a joke

[@danielatwood2145]

It’s sarcastic look up lyrics

[@yonnyboii]

love u DGD for such a groovy music....made me dance everytime

[@inkkrkn]

This song reminds me a lot of Anberlin at some stage in there music career. Either way I'm loving it.

[@epicnoobtrix]

What I love about DGD is that no one album is the same as another

[@Errcyco]

One of the best songs. Mingus's drumming is killer

[@Erinaz22]

It's really awesome to hear Will and Zac work together on a song again. This song is amazing! Wish Zac did more on the album, but this certainly has his feel

[@xpepin]

holy shit hahahah i neverrr never tought i could listen a breakdown like that in a dgd song fucking amazing how they can do things like that sound amazing.

[@gloomhavenmusic]

Dem lyrics are deep.

[@Mrnick1928]

Hi Tye :)

[@barbarasmithh]

Tye Green Would you post a lyrical analysis? i got some vague ideas but still very vague.

[@xXWinter720Xx]

+chaser Straight from Tilian himself. twitter.com/tilianpearson/status/588264074766606336

[@barbarasmithh]

***** Perfect. Ingenious concept. Thank youfor the link!

[@xXWinter720Xx]

+chaser I agree, and np.

[@MarianLovesong]

I love everything about this new album ^^ who agrees?

[@pr1mord1al]

I'm honestly convinced this might be one of the most purposefully emotional songs they've put out. Those lyrics are just so up front compared to what they've written.

[@SoulowDoughLo]

the intro is my heartbeat.

[@Imabanana847]

I literally cannot stop playing this song over and over! This band! This fucking band!

[@Dzthunda]

all hail dgd

[@sidewindermissiles]

Arguably the best.

[@klydemarmasett9403]

Anyone ever catch that meme of how to find your favorite DGD vocalist? We can end the war with this meme. lol

[@lucashiggins9804]

There is no war. If you respect talent above all else, JC is the goat, period.

[@grayyoung4930]

+Lucas Higgins hell yeah

[@ianh2527]

preach

[@ianh2527]

(talking to lucas)

[@hamon_master1390]

+Lucas Higgins most naturally talented, yes goat, yes my favorite, no.

[@alexandersmithcorella7533]

Every song has different meanings no matter how you see it..aslong as it takes you to that safe place in your head where the outside world dont matter for that amount of time.is the best feeling music can give..music is medicine and I will be my own doctor...

[@zach_streams]

new DGD puts out a new album every year, damn lol I can't keep up

[@chromadreamcoat]

Probably my favorite song on the album. So good can't stop listening!

[@xXWinter720Xx]

***** Chroma Dreamcoat ;-;

[@tristananvilcaster]

I'm in love

[@richboutabag8556]

Another bad ass album that you can listen to start to finish and not be dissapointed...i love them!

[@jorgerivas3320]

Three songs I listened, three songs I love. Excellent band, great song.

[@lcpelijahherod8493]

Breaking the tension but DGD with Tilian is better than with Jonny. This is coming from someone whos favorite singer is Jonny Craig

[@HunnyBunz1138]

Definitely my favorite so far. Tilian is a god.

[@angelalienigena]

Wow~ this song, just perfect... I need this kind of lyric now... Thanks guys!!

[@haiimsunshine3]

Two bands that I love releasing their albums today. I am so happy

[@TheMnimatt]

Beautifully written as always

[@Hyper_JayDC]

This album is magic ❤️

[@hellarepublican8923]

Never gets old

[@MrFalzar555]

Man I got this album a week before release can only keep this album on repeat

[@TwissAndEvil]

Im actually crying this is so good

[@Junieisgay]

After Acceptance Speech I thought I was going to lose my love for this band. Then they bounce back with arguably their best album yet. Tillian just sounds like he fits in so much better, than on Acceptance Speech

[@Will_of_Asgore]

I love DGD so much. And I love how literally everyband signed with RiseRecords is amazing.

[@AdamArtz]

Creepy Wolf Not every band but look at what happened to SWS after they signed to Epitaph. They turned into complete shit with that godawful and horrid album.

[@0Just0Josh0]

That breakdown remind anyone of old attack? I swear it almost even sounds like old Carlile

[@TreyDZd]

Austin sounds nothing near Mess's vocals....

[@0Just0Josh0]

someday came suddenly carlile does......

[@LILLINKID]

Hmmm not really . no one sounds like mess! cause hes a mess! i do love the old attack attack though .

[@LILLINKID]

havoren not really ! The album after that was badass with caleb... i was happy he left! cause i ended up getting another favorite band !

[@samreed1543]

Josh Simmons Exactly what I thought :L

[@UVERdude]

one of my favorites on this album!!

[@markburns7699]

this is Instant Gratification!

[@MarcusMcGrizz]

The Guitars are PERFECT!!!

[@LILLINKID]

Wow ... Seems like Jon is back to his screaming ways in The Deathstar Album... which will always be my favorite album ... been a fan since the first started... this album will be amazing... my number two favorite for sure . that break down is so sick!!!!

[@ashleybooker4420]

no Mess for two verses or choruses but his entrance is extremely fitting and amazing

[@alliehollister714]

simply amazing

[@sokingly707]

This gives me chills and I love it

[@WleynerMachado]

*DANCE GAVIN DANCE* Pra começar meu feriado

[@loganoates6683]

Favorite song of theirs so far!

[@Akuspizza]

WOW Dgd has drastically changed their sound...I think I will always miss Kurt but this is still very good Honestly these guys took the name into a very interesting direction and did a good job keeping a taste of the old sound while still being fresh an new. Those crazy guitar riffs are crazy.

[@twitchplur8605]

In love ♡

[@seussi3976]

Chills. every. damn. time. 😍

[@1andOnlyJDauntless]

I love this BAND!

[@unmetaphoricalmetaphorical6769]

"Now, now, slow your roll Keep your head low Your life is a joke Don't make this awkward"............... My life in those lyrics

[@victoriagray6542]

most hype song on the album, love.

[@milosristanovic490]

New fan over here too!! 😂 From Serbia

[@rasmusenigmatic360]

Eargasm!!!! ❤️

[@SashaBlightWing]

I'd really like to see a videoclip of this, I can't imagine what they would make of it hahaha it would be awesome.

[@MredstackDB]

about to break some faces to this live lol im diggin the breakdowns ,very welll done

[@CarrionSmile]

Dude, this new stuff is really fucking good.

[@apocablitztv]

so far all the songs i heard off this album sound badass looking forward in picking this one up next to new no captain chunk and from first to last

[@thezone5094]

THIS SONG IS GREAT!!!!! IT REMINDS ME OF SHOPPING FOR MY FIRST TRAINIG BRA!!!! YAY!!!!!

[@premodrummer]

This is so great.

[@rachelangel431]

why aren't they more famous yet xD they're amazing.

[@aerielabaddon]

2:45 Anyone else get Utada Hikaru vibes?

[@SoulowDoughLo]

holt cow yes!

[@ashineytwinkie]

I like how their style is kinda like Chunk! No, Captain Chunk! and how they're kinda pop-punky, but hard hitting, keep it up!

[@chriskaba7878]

This song...

[@NuoXyClips]

One of there best songs

[@kaitlynsanders5099]

dance Gavin dance is amazing I love the drums

[@Learn-more610]

Am I the only one who is in awe of this album..?

[@lucyisgreat159]

Definitely one of my favorites off the new album...

[@lulverine]

This whole album is great