Ever and a Day
AFI · The Art of Drowning [2000]
lie in the darkness,
I'm slowly drawn to sleep with nothing left to lose.
Three tears I've saved for you.
I'd retrace the steps that lead me here but nothing lives, behind me.
So I lie in this field bathed in the light that loves me,
with nothing left to lose.
Three tears I've saved for you.
Will you be my...be my beloved?
Will you help...help me to get through?
Will you be my...be my destruction?
Will you help... help me to be through?
Will you be my...be my beloved?
Will you help...help me to get through?
Will you be my...be my destruction?
Will you help ... three tears I've saved for you.
Ever and a Day
Ever and a Day stands as a defining track from AFI's 2000 album, The Art of Drowning. Released during a pivotal era for the band, the song captures their transition into a darker, more melodic alternative rock sound that would later define their mainstream success. The recording showcases the group's signature blend of post-hardcore intensity and gothic undertones, featuring the distinctive vocal delivery of lead singer Davey Havoc. As part of an album that marked a significant shift in their discography, the track highlights the band's ability to balance emotional depth with driving instrumentation. This work remains a staple in their live performances, reflecting the enduring appeal of their early 2000s output and their continued influence on the alternative music landscape.