The album was released as 2x12", LP, Repress, 33 ⅓ RPM, Grey Marble on 2008 in US. The album was certified gold on July 15, 2009.
The only song on the record that does not contain screaming is "I Won't See You Tonight (Part 1)". It's noteworthy that the bands first album, Sounding the Seventh Trumpet had three songs that were all clean vocals, "To End the Rapture", "Streets" and "Warmness on the Soul".
As with Sounding the Seventh Trumpet, most of the song's from this album are not usually performed live, although, "Unholy Confessions" has always been a staple to their set since the release of Waking the Fallen. Also, "Second Heartbeat" & "I Won't See You Tonight Pt.1" are still performed commonly. The song "Eternal Rest" was commonly performed prior to 2007.
The record continues the metalcore sound the band had used on their previous album, Sounding the Seventh Trumpet, but features noticeably more clean vocals. Being the first release by the band to feature lead guitarist Synyster Gates, the record also features some guitar solos. The record is notable among fans due to M. Shadows' slightly higher pitch in his voice and high notes he sings on songs like "I Won't See You Tonight" (both parts). The album also leans more towards heavy metal rather than punk rock.
Waking The Fallen
Avenged Sevenfold Lyrics
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Fallen souls we shine so bright
Rise now and ever
Leave your memory
Rise now and ever
Leave your memory
No one can touch us
The lyrics to Avenged Sevenfold's song Waking the Fallen seem to be a call to action for those who have fallen, encouraging them to rise up and shine brightly. The fallen souls referred to in the lyrics could be a metaphor for those who have experienced difficulties in life or have perhaps passed away, and the song urges them to rise up and leave their memories behind.
The repetition of the phrase "Rise now and ever, leave your memory" throughout the song emphasizes the idea of moving forward and not letting the past hold you back. The phrase "no one can touch us" is also repeated, and this could be interpreted as a message of empowerment and defiance, urging the listener to overcome any obstacles and be proud of who they are.
Overall, the lyrics to Waking the Fallen seem to be a rallying cry for anyone who has experienced hardship or loss, encouraging them to rise up and shine brightly, and reminding them that no one can hold them back.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake the ones and rise tonight
Let's call and bring the ones who fell and rise tonight, making our presence felt.
Fallen souls we shine so bright
Though we have fallen, we still shine brilliantly, leading the way for those who follow.
Rise now and ever
It's time to rise and keep rising forever onwards.
Leave your memory
Leave behind the things that held you back, and move forward with a new beginning.
No one can touch us
We have grown stronger and invincible, no one can stand in our way.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN ELWIN HANER JR., JAMES OWEN SULLIVAN, MATTHEW CHARLES SANDERS, ZACHARY JAMES BAKER
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