Long Road to Ruin
Foo Fighters · Greatest Hits [2009]
Hey now dont make a sound say have you heard the news today?
One flag was taken down, to raise another in its place
A heavy cross you bare, a stubborn heart remains unchanged
No home, no life, no love, no stranger singing in your name
It may be the season, the colors change in the valleys skies
Dear God I've sealed my fate, running through hell, heaven can wait
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead end in sight
Lets say we take this town, no king or queen of any state
Get up to shut it down,open the streets and raise the gates
I know I want to still, I know what I feel without a name
Head on without a care, before its way to late
It may be the season, the colors change in the valleys skies
Oh God I've sealed my fate, running through hell, heaven can wait
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead ends
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead end in sight
For every peice to fall in place
Forever gone without a trace
Your horizon takes its shape
No turning back, don't turn that page
Come now I'm leavin here tonight
Come now lets leave it all behind
Is that the price you pay?
Running through hell, heaven can wait
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead ends
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead ends
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead end in sight
One flag was taken down, to raise another in its place
A heavy cross you bare, a stubborn heart remains unchanged
No home, no life, no love, no stranger singing in your name
It may be the season, the colors change in the valleys skies
Dear God I've sealed my fate, running through hell, heaven can wait
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead end in sight
Lets say we take this town, no king or queen of any state
Get up to shut it down,open the streets and raise the gates
I know I want to still, I know what I feel without a name
Head on without a care, before its way to late
It may be the season, the colors change in the valleys skies
Oh God I've sealed my fate, running through hell, heaven can wait
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead ends
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead end in sight
For every peice to fall in place
Forever gone without a trace
Your horizon takes its shape
No turning back, don't turn that page
Come now I'm leavin here tonight
Come now lets leave it all behind
Is that the price you pay?
Running through hell, heaven can wait
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead ends
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead ends
Long road to ruin, there in your eyes
Under the cold street lights
No tomorrow, no dead end in sight
Long Road to Ruin
From the Foo Fighters' Greatest Hits [2009], "Long Road to Ruin" stands as a defining track that encapsulates the band's evolution from grunge roots to arena rock. Written by Dave Grohl and Nate Mendel, the song features a driving rhythm and introspective lyrics that explore themes of personal struggle and resilience. Released alongside other iconic tracks like "Everlong" and "The Pretender," this recording highlights the group's ability to blend raw energy with melodic sophistication. The song remains a staple of their discography, reflecting the band's enduring influence on modern rock music and their continued capacity to craft anthems that resonate with audiences worldwide.