No Excuses
Alice In Chains · Music Bank [1999]
It's alright
there comes a time
got no patience
to search for peace of mind
Laying' low
want to take it slow
no more hiding
or disguising truths i've sold
Everyday
something hits me all so cold
find me sittin' by myself
no excuses that I know
It's okay
had a bad day
hands are bruised from
breaking rocks all day
Drained and blue
i bleed for you
you think it's funny
well you're drowning in it too
Everyday
something hits me all so cold
find me sittin' by myself
no excuses that I know
Yeah, it's fine
walk down the line
leave our rain
a cold trade for warm sunshine
You my friend
i will defend
and if we change
well i love you anyway
Everyday
something hits me all so cold
find me sittin' by myself
no excuses that I know
there comes a time
got no patience
to search for peace of mind
Laying' low
want to take it slow
no more hiding
or disguising truths i've sold
Everyday
something hits me all so cold
find me sittin' by myself
no excuses that I know
It's okay
had a bad day
hands are bruised from
breaking rocks all day
Drained and blue
i bleed for you
you think it's funny
well you're drowning in it too
Everyday
something hits me all so cold
find me sittin' by myself
no excuses that I know
Yeah, it's fine
walk down the line
leave our rain
a cold trade for warm sunshine
You my friend
i will defend
and if we change
well i love you anyway
Everyday
something hits me all so cold
find me sittin' by myself
no excuses that I know
No Excuses
Released on Alice In Chains' 1999 compilation album Music Bank, 'No Excuses' stands as a defining track of the grunge and alternative metal era. Featuring the band's signature blend of Melvins-influenced sludge and melodic hooks, the song showcases Layne Staley's emotive vocal delivery and Dave Farrell's driving guitar work. As part of the band's extensive discography during the late 90s, the recording captures the raw energy and introspective themes characteristic of Alice In Chains' output. The track remains a staple of their live performances and has been widely recognized as a key representation of the Seattle sound that defined the decade.