THE GETAWAY LYRICS

V1 - My footprints left a shadow. These shoes will never be the same

        The front door left wide open. My past is on the wall like pictures in a frame.

         We all know its common conception, i've been collecting thoughts

         You said so, you've been forming opinions. reality tips and toes

Ch - Don't say that im not ever good enough. This town is a ghost after 10 o'clock

         I'm leaving would you wish me well

         Im walking away im not coming back don't tell me to stay right where im at

         You're jaded. Ill make it. Watch as I take my getaway

V2 - Hearts racing you're keeping quiet, just waiting for this to fade away

        Im sorry but im leaving. Complacency is dead I think its time for change.

         We both know its a conscious decision we'll take this in ourselves

         You said so, use your head and think through it or you'll regret it down the

         road.

        Ch 

        Just so you know, before i go I should say I love you so

        The miles apart will press against this heavy heart

        Just know each path I take will bring me back someday.    

A SIMPLE SONG LYRICS

V1 - Stop now I just need time to breathe

        Slow down my head wont stop spinning.

        And I wonder how I could feel that way, you're everything that I ever wanted.

        Im amazed by you.

Ch - Oh I've struggled with all this doubt and im dying to write this down,

         just to say im sorry somehow. 

         Oh I want you to know im sure that its you i've been dreaming for

         and im ready for this now…just dont leave me out.

V2 - Break down, these walls i've built up so strong.

         Wait now my fear's got me all alone.

         And I wonder how I could feel that way, you're everything that I ever wanted.

         Im afraid to lose you.

Ch - Oh I've struggled with all this doubt and im dying to write this down,

         just to say im sorry somehow. 

         Oh I want you to know im sure that its you i've been dreaming for

         and im ready for this now…just dont leave me out.

Br - And I know a simple song might not make it all better but ill try.

        And I think that we could both make it together so lets try.

SOMETHING MORE LYRICS

V1 - It started down a road, an unforseen path of thee unkown

        Im looking to the sky and im wondering why and where i should go.

        I tried the most, but all the doors I thought were open, closed.

        Im calling myself out and taking off my crown from the first note.

        Just say it say it yah x2

Ch - I Gotta move forward ill die another day

         Im giving up im giving in to something more.

         Only time will tell if the path I have is yours

          Im giving up im giving in to something more.

V2 - I learned how to wait, but changing is a chance ill have to take

        Even if i go down or get lost in the crowd i gotta have faith

        Questions questions…they're runnin through my head all day and night

        These confessions are the essence of my life.

       Just say it say it yah x2

       Breathe in breathe out sing it sing out X2

Ch 

BROTHERS IN ARMS LYRICS

Ch - Wake me before the dawn Brothers in arms

          Stand till the fight is done together as one

V - A father. A son. from a city with a history to overcome.

      The smoke clears from the shadows as the world descends 

      The silence decided its end.

      Whoa whoa the silence decided its end.

      The ground is shaking I can barely stand

      The silence decided its end. 

Ch - Wake me before the dawn Brothers in arms

         Stand till the fight is done together as one

V2 - A soldier. his men, are carried back to the place where it all            

         began.

        The smoke clears from the shadow as our fear sets in

        The silence decided its end.

        Whoa whoa the silence decided its end.

        My ears are ringing oh the sirens sing

        The silence decided its end.

Ch - Wake me before the dawn Brothers in arms

         Stand till the fight is done together as one

WHISPER LYRICS

V1 - You said be patient cause I got a lot to say got a lot to say

         Well Im ready for your will ready for your ways.

         Im at the point where its undecided, the path that marks my life is but im finding 

         I have a heart but its being hardened cause I feel left alone.

Ch - Whisper to me just say anything. Will I be safe. you got me do you got me.

         I swear I thought I had this figured out. Was that you talking or was that just  

         my way out of a dream…please just whisper to me.

V2 - I've seen you speak a hundred times before when you shut the door

        Another opens up but i've hit the floor.

        I feel like I am just being selfish. I need some faith to see but thats the toughest.

        I have a heart but its being hardened cause I feel left alone.

Ch - Whisper to me just say anything. Will I be safe. you got me do you got me.

         I swear I thought I had this figured out. Was that you talking or was that just  

         my way out of a dream…please just whisper to me.

Br - You said youd never let me go. My God my God I know..

        I need your help right now…cause I am nothing on my own.

Ch - Whisper to me just say anything. Will I be safe. you got me do you got me.

         I swear I thought I had this figured out. Was that you talking or was that just  

         my way out of a dream…please just whisper to me.

New Beginnings

I think its appropriate to start off this blog by saying hi! We are Skyhawk Drive. I feel like in a way, we have been on somewhat of a hiatus or period of time off . At least that's how it must seem to some of you. We've actually been working harder than ever before in this whole new season of our band. Ever since the band was started during my 11th grade year of high school (2006), we've gone through a number of member changes. Its been tough and there were times where it left us wondering if we could even still pull the band thing off. God has certainly kept us going with His direction and guidance, and I'm happy to announce the new lineup of Skyhawk Drive. Things are going to look a little different than before. We've added drummer Fred Lingenfelser (formerly of the band Calling Out Closer), and guitarist Jeremiah McCann (formerly of Sunday Obsession, Langley). Kris Potter is on guitar and backup vocals and Ridge Bingaman has moved out from behind the keyboards to play the bass full time. With the addition of a new guitarist, it really gives me the freedom to hold on to the mic and just be the front man for the band. I think I speak for everyone by saying we are so so excited about the future. God has really brought so many things together in order for this to happen and it just seems like things have fallen into place. I'm honored to be playing music with these guys and I can promise that the new live show is better then ever! So definitely keep an eye out for a show near you!!
-Ronnie

News from Josh

Hey everyone! Unfortunately we have some sad news to announce. Our drummer Josh Swartz, who has been with us since 2008, has decided to leave the band. He wrote a letter below to everyone. He's been a great friend since he joined and will continue to be that. God brought josh to this band in a really cool way. I had met him in Canada in 2007 ( i think) at a huge youth conference with over 1,000 kids in attendance. A friend and I wanted to play at the talent show in front of all these people but we needed a drummer. We somehow were introduced to josh and he agreed to learn this song about an hour before our audition lol. We made it, played in front of everyone, and had a great time! He added me on myspace after we got home. A while later I posted a bulletin on myspace looking for a drummer and he was the first to respond. It was really an awesome God thing that we even met! He's been a blessing to us but we're excited for him in his new pursuit and will keep him in our prayers!

-Ronnie

(from Josh)

Hey there everyone reading this,

  So im writing this to give some bittersweet news to everybody. As of a couple of weeks ago I announced to the guys that I was quitting the band. Somethings had come up that started having me really think about if the band was where God really wanted me and after some serious praying and thinking I just felt like God was telling me he has a different plan for me outside of the band and that it was time to move on to something new in my life. I have had such an amazing time in this band over the years i got to go to some awesome places and meet some awesome people while playing music with some great guys. But unfortnatly all good things must come to an end eventually and its ok because I feel God doing some awesome things and pulling me in a great direction and im excited about that!! Anyway I just wanted to say thanks to everyone who has ever supported me and the band over the years and all the Skyhawk Drive fans you all are such awesome people im so thankful for getting to meet all of you!! Also everything between me and the guys is fine there isn't any bad blood or anything like that. I know God has big plans for them and I hope the best for all of them and if anybody ever wants to talk to me or anything even though im not in the band anymore don't be afraid to im still here for anyone who would need someone to talk to. Anyway thanks again to everyone you have all made this such and awesome ride and always remember that no matter what YOU ARE LOVED!!!!!!!

God bless,

Josh :)