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"Second Chance" (CD single)
- By Shinedown
- Genre: Alternative Rock
Common Sense Media says
Alt-rock act sings deep yet clean song about leaving home.
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What parents need to know
Parents need to know that while the story behind this song may be a sensitive one, Shinedown tells the tale using non-offensive lyrics that contain no explicit swearing or adult references.
What's the story?
SECOND CHANCE is single number two off Shinedown's third album, The Sound of Madness. In this track, the alt-rock band delves into deep emotional territory, singing about a young adult stuck in an unsatisfying home situation who has big dreams of leading an independent life. The band ultimately puts an optimistic spin on this difficult premise, noting that time apart can be good for a relationship: "Tell my mother, tell my father, I've done the best I can / To make them realize this is my life, I hope they understand / I'm not angry, I'm just saying / Sometimes goodbye is a second chance."
Is it any good?
On this record, the band strays from its southern-rock roots, striving for a big alt-rock sound that, in the words of lead singer Brent Smith, is "over the top." "Second Chance" doesn't quite hit this mark, offering performances that are respectable if not particularly memorable. In the end, this is the type of song that you remember the words to while forgetting exactly which one among all the cookie-cutter alt-rock groups performs it.
What families can talk about
Families can talk about how to avoid communication breakdowns that make kids want to strike out on their own. What can parents and children do to build an atmosphere of mutual respect and appreciation? Can you name five strategies for keeping the lines of communication open?
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AWESOME SONG!!!
this is one of my favorite songs ever. it rocks so hard!
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great song great band!
shinedown is awesome! this song is wicked awesome
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Great Song
This song plays on the radio like every other minute where I live, and it never gets old. A definate download. I can't wait to see what these guys come up with next!!!
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It takes a lot for a rock song to be catchy
It's usually R&B, hip-hop songs that are #1, but Second Chance is a great song for mostly all ages, but I think 9 year olds and up will understand the meaning of the lyrics.
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Good for almost everyone =D
It's a very catchy song and has a pretty good message in it.
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Amazing song!
This is my absolute favorite song. I loved it almost the first time I heard it, and I bought their cd. It's and amazing song and i never get tired of hearing it (it's been played 75 times on my iPod)!
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awsome
i love this song its my favrite of all time
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Listen to it! :)
I love Shinedown and this song. :) 'Nuff said.
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| Artist: | Shinedown |
| Release date: | June 28, 2008 |
| Label: | Atlantic |
| Genre: | Alternative Rock |
| Parental advisory: | No |
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