The Day After
Tank · Other Songs - Tank
I should get out of it
But I cannot refrain
From wondering where
It comes from
And why it has begun
Confusion in my mind
Has slithered through my eyes
It has reached my soul and now
It's consuming me inside
The veil has been torn
Swallow the words I vomit
May they crawl unto your senses
Forward, the path is waiting
Will you join me? Time has come to leave...
Climbing the walls of misery
I'll find a place where answers rest. Are you calling me?
Tomorrow 's dark and my skin is scarred
But I will face it more than enough. The day after arrived
I wonder if what you do
Tallies with what you are
No one seems to realize
We don't have to hide
I won't forsake you
Drink these words that are falling
From my mouth, may they touch your heart
The way is waiting for us
Will you join me? Time has come to change...
Climbing the walls of misery
I'll find a place where answers rest. Tell me if you need me!
Tomorrow 's dark and my skin is scarred
But I will face it more than enough. The day after arrived
Come on
Let's fight the dawn
No remorse
The day after
Come on now!
Climbing the walls of misery
I'll find a place where answers rest, it's all that's left to me!
My scar is now wide open and tomorrow 's still darker
But I will face it more and more and I'll reach the day after
But I cannot refrain
From wondering where
It comes from
And why it has begun
Confusion in my mind
Has slithered through my eyes
It has reached my soul and now
It's consuming me inside
The veil has been torn
Swallow the words I vomit
May they crawl unto your senses
Forward, the path is waiting
Will you join me? Time has come to leave...
Climbing the walls of misery
I'll find a place where answers rest. Are you calling me?
Tomorrow 's dark and my skin is scarred
But I will face it more than enough. The day after arrived
I wonder if what you do
Tallies with what you are
No one seems to realize
We don't have to hide
I won't forsake you
Drink these words that are falling
From my mouth, may they touch your heart
The way is waiting for us
Will you join me? Time has come to change...
Climbing the walls of misery
I'll find a place where answers rest. Tell me if you need me!
Tomorrow 's dark and my skin is scarred
But I will face it more than enough. The day after arrived
Come on
Let's fight the dawn
No remorse
The day after
Come on now!
Climbing the walls of misery
I'll find a place where answers rest, it's all that's left to me!
My scar is now wide open and tomorrow 's still darker
But I will face it more and more and I'll reach the day after
The Day After - Tank
Released by Tank in the early 2000s, 'The Day After' stands as a defining track within the nu-metal and alternative metal landscape. The song exemplifies the genre's signature blend of aggressive riffs, melodic hooks, and introspective lyrics that explored themes of post-traumatic stress and personal struggle. As a key component of Tank's discography during this era, the recording captures the raw energy and emotional vulnerability characteristic of the mid-2000s metal scene. Its enduring popularity highlights the band's ability to craft anthemic songs that resonated deeply with fans seeking a fusion of heavy instrumentation and heartfelt storytelling.