Burnt Tongues
Your Demise Lyrics
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Tell me what you think of me.
Can't you see all I need is a breath of fresh air
From the bullshit you keep feeding me
I know I'm a suspect as much as a victim
At least I've got the balls to admit
After all that I said
After all that I've done
I still know I'm this piece of shit
So go ahead and tell me
I can see it on your lips
You've always burned by the warmth from us all
And now your shoulders are fucking chipped.
Spit your rage, speak your fire,
Let the flames of hatred hit me
Burn me all you like
Let the flames lick higher
It's what is left that I need
Now when was it ever about taking sides?
Everyone's had enough of you
I've seen the monster you've become
After all the shit we've been put through
Everyone has to fucking talk
Everyone has to say their piece
No one can take a moment to feel what I feel
No one gets a chance to talk
No one gets to say their piece
Your burning tongue won't let a single person get a word out
Now nobody's left to burn
They've all packed and left you
Now I don't know where to begin
Convincing you that your not who you think you are
You're just your best friend's enemy
Look me in the eyes
Swallow your pride
Tell me what you think of me
Can't you see all I need is a breath of fresh air
From the bullshit you keep feeding me
The song "Burnt Tongues" by Your Demise is a powerful song about the frustration and anger that can be felt when someone is constantly being fed lies and false promises. The lyrics encourage the listener to take a step back and reassess their relationships, and to not let their burning tongue and rage consume them. The songwriters ask the listener to swallow their pride and be honest about their feelings towards others. They acknowledge that everyone is flawed, including themselves, but being able to admit that and strive for better is what sets them apart from those who continue to cause harm.
The chorus speaks to the idea that everyone is entitled to speak their mind, but when someone is always talking and never listening, it becomes impossible to have a real conversation. The metaphor of a burnt tongue is used to describe someone who has been talking so much that their words have lost their meaning and power. The songwriters are calling on the listener to see through the false promises and manipulation of others and to take control of their own destiny.
In summary, "Burnt Tongues" is a song about the struggle to maintain meaningful relationships in a world full of lies and self-centeredness. It encourages the listener to be honest about their own flaws and to demand honesty and respect from those around them. The songwriters are calling on the listener to be their own advocate and to not let the fires of anger and hatred consume them.
Line by Line Meaning
Look me in the eyes, swallow your pride.
Please confront me directly and set aside your ego.
Tell me what you think of me.
Please provide your honest feedback and opinion of me.
Can't you see all I need is a breath of fresh air
I require honest, unfiltered information and insight.
From the bullshit you keep feeding me
I need to know what is true, not what you want me to believe.
I know I'm a suspect as much as a victim
I am aware I may be at fault, but I have also been harmed.
At least I've got the balls to admit
I am courageous enough to acknowledge my guilt or weakness.
After all that I said
Despite my previous remarks or behavior,
After all that I've done
Despite my past actions,
I still know I'm this piece of shit
I recognize I have behaved poorly or inadequately.
So go ahead and tell me
Please express your thoughts to me.
I can see it on your lips
Your unspoken thoughts are evident in your expression.
You've always burned by the warmth from us all
You have been injured by the acceptance or approval of others.
And now your shoulders are fucking chipped.
You have become weakened by your experiences and can no longer bear the weight of your burdens.
Spit your rage, speak your fire,
Please vent your anger or frustration.
Let the flames of hatred hit me
I can endure your anger and hate if it helps you heal or find closure.
Burn me all you like
Please direct your anger towards me if necessary.
Let the flames lick higher
Allow your emotions to fully surface and be expressed.
It's what is left that I need
I need to understand and help repair the damage caused by our conflict.
Now when was it ever about taking sides?
Shouldn't we be working together to resolve our differences?
Everyone's had enough of you
Others are displeased with your behavior and attitude.
I've seen the monster you've become
You have transformed into a harmful, frightening presence.
No one can take a moment to feel what I feel
Others are not considering or acknowledging my perspective or emotions.
No one gets a chance to talk
I am not being given the opportunity to express myself or contribute to a resolution.
Your burning tongue won't let a single person get a word out
Your aggressive and combative nature is preventing others from expressing themselves.
Now nobody's left to burn
Those who were targeted or impacted have moved on or withdrawn.
They've all packed and left you
Others have chosen to distance themselves from you due to your behavior.
Now I don't know where to begin Convincing you that your not who you think you are
I am not sure how to address your inaccurate self-perception.
You're just your best friend's enemy
You are harming those closest to you and creating unnecessary conflict.
Can't you see all I need is a breath of fresh air
I require a new perspective or approach to our situation.
From the bullshit you keep feeding me
I need honesty and clarity, not deception or manipulation.
Contributed by Dylan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Master Dd
Most probably one of the best hardcore songs/album to come out of the uk in past 15 years
Yoko Ono
This track ages like Modric, timeless.
PipeD0d
George Noble, one of the best hardcore vocalist and his lyrics are fucking truthful and straight to the point. And Ignorance Never Dies is fucking awesome, one of the best hardcore albums of the past decade. I miss old YD.
Ismael Valenzuela
Just saw them last night on the Back To The Roots Tour with The Devil Wears Prada. Not very big in the States but after this tour they should be recognized. They're really good
BloodclartFiDem
2020 anyone? I miss this Your Demise
Nemo Error
Fucking aye
Jose Machado
Yeah man dead real metalcore
Nemo Error
@Jose Machado this isn't metalcore
Skorge
George Noble has a new band called PURGE!
HYDRO
Bro for real. I feel old lmao