Closer To The Edge
30 Seconds to Mars · This Is War [2009]
I lost myself, is it better not said?
Now I'm closer to the edge
It was a thousand to one and a million to two,
Time to go down in flames and I'm taking you.
Closer to the edge
No I'm not saying I'm sorry,
One day maybe we'll meet again
No I'm not saying I'm sorry,
One day maybe we'll meet again
NO NO NO NO!
(Can you, can you, can you)
Can you imagine the time when the truth ran free?
The birth of a song, the death of a dream
Closer to the edge
This never ending story
Paid for with pride and faith
We all fall short of glory
Lost in the sun
No I'm not saying I'm sorry,
One day maybe we'll meet again
No I'm not saying I'm sorry,
One day maybe we'll meet again
NO NO NO NO!
(NO NO NO NO!) I will never forget
(NO NO!) I will never regret
(NO NO!) I will live my life
(NO NO NO NO!) I will never forget
(NO NO!) I will never regret
(NO NO!) I will live my life
No I'm not saying I'm sorry,
One day maybe we'll meet again (NO NO!)
No I'm not saying I'm sorry,
One day maybe we'll meet again (NO NO NO NO!)
Closer to the edge
Closer to the edge
NO NO NO NO!
Closer to the edge
Closer to the edge
NO NO NO NO!
Closer to the edge
About Closer To The Edge
"Closer To The Edge" is a high-energy track from 30 Seconds to Mars' 2009 album *This Is War*, serving as a pivotal moment in the band's evolution toward a more polished, arena-ready sound. The song features the band's signature blend of electronic textures and anthemic rock, driven by Jaron Lewis's soaring vocals and the group's dynamic interplay between live instrumentation and synthesized layers. Released during a period of significant artistic growth for the group, the recording reflects their ambition to create a global pop-rock phenomenon, distinguishing themselves from their earlier indie-rock roots. The track exemplifies the album's thematic exploration of human nature and societal pressures, utilizing a driving rhythm and dramatic vocal delivery to build tension and release. It remains a staple of their discography, showcasing their ability to craft memorable hooks that resonate within the modern rock landscape while maintaining a distinct identity.