Alone in December
Underoath · Play Your Old Stuff [2011]
But that's the past
You always amazed me
But that's the past
I kept silent and it rained for days
My insides were drenched
But I guess that's the part of growing up
I never wanted to learn, wanted to learn
And I grew into the man
That you never knew
But I wouldn't be this way
If it wasn't for you, 100 thank you's
If this is love
Fairy tales never came true
Judies are black and in full bloom
And I died in the womb
Take it back, all that's gone
It's all still there like you left it
December stayed the same
Nothing ever changed but you
Nothing ever changed but you
Every dream covered in dents
Love can't fly tonight
Couples will rest, I'll be sleepless
So cry yourself to sleep
This isn't about broken hearts
This is about me
Bending again for nothing, nothing
I'd run to you but pain awaits
I'm coming home but I'll be late
No deeper than imagination can be
Sight with nothing to see
What's faith if I can't believe?
It's everything
A cure but I make it a disease
God, take me because I hate me
Alone in December
Underoath's 'Alone in December' stands as a defining track from their 2011 album 'Play Your Old Stuff,' encapsulating the band's evolution into a more mature, introspective sound. Released during a pivotal era for the nu-metal and post-hardcore genre, the song blends atmospheric production with the group's signature emotional intensity. The recording reflects the band's shift away from aggressive riffs toward a melodic, piano-driven approach that emphasized lyrical depth and vulnerability. As a staple of their discography, the track exemplifies the emotional resonance that characterized Underoath's later work, resonating with listeners seeking a blend of sonic texture and heartfelt storytelling within the alternative rock landscape.