In 2006, Ronnie Radke was involved in an altercation in Las Vegas that resulted in the fatal shooting of 18 year-old Michael Cook. While Radke did not shoot Cook, he was indicted on battery charges. These charges, combined with Radke's past troubles with narcotics and rehab, led to a sentence of five years probation. He failed to report to his parole officer and was arrested in June 2008, where he was sentenced to two years in prison. At the time, Radke was still the lead singer of post-hardcore band Escape the Fate,. Following Radke's incarceration, Escape the Fate kicked him out of the band and replaced him with former Blessthefall singer Craig Mabbitt.
During his time in prison, Radke formed a new band called From Behind These Walls and officially began creating media with the band upon his release, later forced to change their name to Falling in Reverse due to copyright infringement. The original lineup consisted of Radke and bassist Nason Schoeffler, who helped find guitarist Jacky Vincent and rhythm guitarist Derek Jones. The band went through several drummers including former LoveHateHero member Scott Gee[6] and friends of the band before finding former I Am Ghost,[2] Aiden ,[7] and The Bigger Lights drummer Ryan Seaman.[8] Schoeffler quit the band in April 2011[9] and was replaced by Mika Horiuchi, formerly of the band Cellador.n December 2010, the band began recording for the first time. They announced on December 20 that they would go to Orlando, Florida to record a full-length debut album over a period of two months with a tentative release date of the first quarter of 2011. The band also confirmed that Radke's friend, Michael Baskette, who has worked on Blessthefall's album Witness and Radke on Escape the Fate's debut Dying Is Your Latest Fashion, would produce the album.
I'm Not A Vampire
Falling in Reverse Lyrics
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But I feel like one
Sometimes I sleep all day
Because I hate the sunlight
My hands are always shaking
Body's always aching
And the dark is when I feed
Well, I can lure any woman that I want to in my bed
With me
And whiskey seems to be my holy water
Mothers better lock your doors
And hide your daughters
I'm insane
Well, I can feel it in my bones
Coursing through my veins
When did I become so cold?
For goodness' sakes
Where is my self control?
If home is where my heart is
Then my heart has lost all hope
Well, I'm not a zombie
But I feel like one today
Self-induced comatose, chemical daze
My head is always spinning
From this dizzy, blurry vision
And my stomach has had enough
I feel like a lady
That is pregnant with a baby
'Cause I'm always throwing up
Hi, my name is Ronnie
I'm an addict
(Hi, Ronnie)
Daddy should've never raised me on Black Sabbath
I'm insane
Well, I can feel it in my bones
Coursing through my veins
When did I become so cold?
For goodness' sakes
Where is my self control?
If home is where my heart is
Then my heart has lost all hope
God bless all of you now
'Cause I'm going straight to hell
And I'm taking you down with me
'Cause you know damn well
I'm insane
Well, I can feel it in my bones
Coursing through my veins
When did I become so cold?
I'm insane
Well, I can feel it in my bones
Coursing through my veins
When did I become so cold?
For goodness' sakes
Where is my self control?
If home is where my heart is
Then my heart has lost all hope
All hope
All hope
The song "I'm Not a Vampire" by Falling in Reverse is a reflection of the lead singer Ronnie Radke's struggles with addiction and mental health. The lyrics talk about feeling like a vampire, always being in the dark and sleeping during the day. This is a metaphor for his depression, where he feels like he is always in a dark place and finds it hard to function during the day. He also mentions his hands shaking and body aching, which could be symptoms of the withdrawal that comes with addiction.
Ronnie sings about whiskey being his holy water, further highlighting his addiction struggles. He talks about being able to lure women into his bed, which could indicate a pattern of destructive behavior. He sings about feeling insane and like he is losing control over his mind and body. The line "Daddy should've never raised me on Black Sabbath" is an acknowledgment of his upbringing and the kind of music he was exposed to from a young age, which has also impacted his mental state.
The song ends with Ronnie acknowledging that he is going to hell and taking everyone down with him, which could be a reflection of the guilt and shame that comes with addiction. Overall, the song is a powerful depiction of the struggles of addiction and mental health.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I'm not a vampire
I'm not literally a vampire, but I relate to their aversion to sunlight and feed mostly in the dark.
But I feel like one
I identify with the dark, brooding nature of vampires and how they're often isolated from society.
Sometimes I sleep all day
I have bouts of depression where I just want to sleep and avoid the outside world.
Because I hate the sunlight
Sunlight often feels overwhelming and I prefer the comfort of darkness.
My hands are always shaking
I have a physical manifestation of my anxiety and inner turmoil.
Body's always aching
The mental and emotional stress I'm experiencing is taking a physical toll on my body.
And the dark is when I feed
I find solace and comfort in the darkness, and it's when I'm most productive creatively.
Well, I can lure any woman that I want to in my bed
I have the charisma and charm to attract partners, but I often use this power negatively.
With me
I'm able to convince people to do things they might later regret.
And whiskey seems to be my holy water
I use alcohol to numb my pain and seek refuge from my mental struggles.
Mothers better lock your doors
I'm not above manipulating or taking advantage of people, even if it means crossing boundaries.
And hide your daughters
I pose a real danger to people I come into contact with, especially young women and girls.
I'm insane
I'm struggling with mental health issues and a distorted perception of reality.
Well, I can feel it in my bones
The state of my mental health has become a physical sensation, and I carry it with me always.
Coursing through my veins
My struggles are ever-present, a constant force in my life.
When did I become so cold?
I used to be more emotionally connected and warm, but my struggles have made me distant, both from others and myself.
For goodness' sakes
I want to get better and heal, but it's becoming increasingly difficult with each passing day.
Where is my self control?
I'm struggling with impulse control and making good choices for myself and others.
If home is where my heart is
I want to feel safe and loved, but it's hard when my internal struggles are consuming me.
Then my heart has lost all hope
I feel like I'm in a hopeless situation and there's no way out.
Well, I'm not a zombie
I'm not literally undead or without emotion, but I feel like I'm just going through the motions of life sometimes.
But I feel like one today
My mental state is making me feel disconnected and lifeless, like I'm not really present in the world.
Self-induced comatose, chemical daze
I'm using drugs or alcohol to seek refuge from my pain and mentally check out of reality.
My head is always spinning
I struggle with feeling dizzy and overwhelmed due to my mental and emotional struggles.
From this dizzy, blurry vision
I'm having a hard time seeing things clearly and making sense of what's going on around me.
And my stomach has had enough
I'm physically and emotionally exhausted from everything I'm going through.
I feel like a lady
I'm vulnerable and struggling with many of the same issues that women face, including anxiety and depression.
That is pregnant with a baby
I'm burdened with a heavy weight that I'm carrying around inside me, like a pregnant woman.
'Cause I'm always throwing up
I'm sick, both physically and emotionally, and my issues are causing me to feel nauseous and unwell.
Hi, my name is Ronnie
I'm introducing myself and acknowledging the struggles I'm going through.
I'm an addict
I'm struggling with addiction to drugs, alcohol, or other destructive behaviors.
(Hi, Ronnie)
People are acknowledging my struggles and offering support and understanding.
Daddy should've never raised me on Black Sabbath
I'm blaming my upbringing and past experiences for my current struggles, in this case listening to dark, depressing music.
God bless all of you now
I'm acknowledging the people who are supporting me through my struggles and wishing them well.
'Cause I'm going straight to hell
I'm acknowledging the negative impact of my actions and choices and accepting responsibility for them.
And I'm taking you down with me
I recognize that my choices and actions have consequences, and I'm prepared to face them even if it affects the people around me.
'Cause you know damn well
I'm stating the truth, that people are aware of the risks of being associated with me and my struggles.
All hope
I'm feeling hopeless and lost, unsure of what the future holds.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Michael Baskette, David Edgecombe Holdredge, Ronnie Radke
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@musicman7098
Ronnie is a
Vampire: ✅
Popular monster: ✅
The Westerner: ✅
Rolling stone✅
Zombie✅
Just like you✅
Another victim of the bad girls club✅
Raised by wolves✅
Fashionably late✅
Coming Home✅
Carrying on✅
Bad at life✅
Losing his mind✅
A Chemical Prisoner✅
Alone✅
Revamped✅
What’s next?
@sheevpalpatine6139
"I'm not an addict . I just came here lookin for some friends."
Me too. Me too.
@suicidaltweek322
Same
@mushpie1910
This
@catk8447
This would’ve been funny as a senior quote 😂
@djdonut5746
Cheers I'll drink to that one
@alondrapalacios2079
Same
@catxsoho
I love seeing people being confused about Jeffree Star being in this video.. this is where he comes from, he will always be a rocker in my heart
@smhgaming3259
He did rap b4 rock smh fake fan
@lachrymarum_
Steve Michael but jeffree always ran around with the original scene queens & emo/alt band members back then.
@rubyblue007
It makes me feel so old because I remember Jeffree Star hanging around with all the original scene queens