Crossroads
Avenged Sevenfold · Live in the LBC and Diamonds in the Rough [2008]
Two roads in front of me, I had to take my time
To the right I can see a church, I took a step in that direction first
But to the left there was a watering hole where they were whisky drunk
And now that's where I wanna pray
The fire down here goes on and on
If I was perfect then this would be easy
Either road is plausible, on both I could drown
I walk through the center with no rules to guide me
I realize it's difficult
But now I can see
There's gotta be another way to go, a way that's much more feasible
A combination of all these lies, a central path without choosing a side
I make decisions one at a time, and no I never say I'm always right
I'm confident that when I stand on my own
You'll see the truest form of a man when I'm shining through
The fire down here goes on and on
If I was perfect then this would be easy
Either road is plausible on both I could drown
I walk through the center with no rules to guide me
I realize it's difficult
But now I can see
Oh, I hear it now, all the religious rhythms
(You're a sinner, you're a sinner, you're a sinner)
The left isn't better, it's just more of the same
Condemning all these people for what they believe
I'll climb to the top of their mountain again
No one is going to save me this way
And the closer to the top I get the more they take aim
But I'm not you
I may not be perfect but I've always been true
I may not be worthy in your eyes
Climb up from the bottom for the last time
The last one, the last one, the last time
If I was perfect then this would be easy
Either road is plausible on both I could drown
I walk through the center with no rules to guide me
I realize it's difficult
But now I can see -Yeah!
Crossroads - Avenged Sevenfold
Recorded live at the London Blues Club in 2008, "Crossroads" stands as a pivotal moment in Avenged Sevenfold's evolution from metalcore to progressive metal. The track showcases the band's signature blend of technical precision and melodic sensibility, featuring intricate guitar work and layered vocals that define their mature sound. This performance, captured alongside covers of Pantera and other tracks on the live album, highlights the group's dynamic stage presence and their ability to reinterpret classic riffs within their own progressive framework. The recording serves as a testament to the band's growth during this era, offering fans a glimpse into their live energy and musical maturity beyond their studio releases.

