Give Me a Reason

Album: Transit of Venus (2012)
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  • Singer and guitarist Adam Gontier told Artist Direct this is the most personal song on Transit Of Venus. "It deals with my family life," he explained. "I've had family problems and issues over the last couple of years. That song is about that. It's one of the tracks that's closest to me."

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