The band has released eight albums in their career: "Into the Half Moon" (2001), "Killing All that Holds You" (2004), "The Autumn Effect" (2005), "Division" (2008), "Feeding the Wolves" (2010), "Minus the Machine" (2012), "From Birth to Burial" (2015) and "(how to live) As Ghosts" (2017). Their biggest hit is their 2005 single "Wasteland", which reached #1 on Billboard Alternative Songs, #2 on Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks and #94 on the Billboard Hot 100. Recently in 2017, the band returned to the Mainstream Rock Chart's Top 5 with their single "Novacaine."
Russian Roulette
10 Years Lyrics
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With no luck
You can kiss it good-bye
There's no such thing as sympathy
When the disease is entering
At first glance your instinct says
This stranger is a little dangerous
The cat was killed from curious thrills
The taste is so divine (So divine)
A chemical coma life (coma life)
Welcome to your vice
Good luck with life
Cause you can't, you can't, you can't
Kill me that easily
It's so nice to meet you
It's so nice to know you
Now that your guards down
Let me show you
Superior rights from initial highs
Have now come back to haunt you
Your cravings beg
The stranger's hands for a taste that's so familiar
The taste is so divine (So divine)
A chemical coma life (coma life)
Welcome to your vice
Good luck with life
Cause you can't, you can't, you can't
Kill me that easily
What will you decide?
When you're out of time
Cause you can't, you can't, you can't
Kill me that easily
The battle you picked was so one sided
Now to pin it on me
The one you invited
Beg, plead, scream
For redemption, for forgiveness
Beg, plead, scream
Sorry I'm not listening
Welcome to your vice
Good luck with life
Cause you can't, you can't, you can't
Kill me that easily
What will you decide?
When you?re out of time
Cause you can't, you can't, you can't
Kill me that easily
The lyrics of the song "Russian Roulette" by 10 Years involve themes of addiction, temptation, and the consequences of indulging in vices. The opening lines introduce the idea of taking chances with dangerous behavior and not being able to rely on luck to save oneself. The singer warns against sympathy for those who willingly engage in such behavior, as the disease of addiction takes hold. The imagery of a killed cat serves as a cautionary tale.
The chorus speaks to the allure of addiction, describing how the experience of being high feels "divine," like being in a "chemical coma." The phrase "welcome to your vice" creates a sense of inevitability, as the singer acknowledges the difficulty in breaking free from addiction. However, the song is not without hope, as the repeated refrain of "you can't kill me that easily" suggests a resilience and determination to overcome addiction.
The second verse delves into the desperation and guilt experienced by those who give in to temptation. The lines "superior rights from initial highs have now come back to haunt you" suggest that the temporary satisfaction of addiction is not worth the long-term consequences. The repetition of "beg, plead, scream" highlights the sense of helplessness and hopelessness that addiction can create, while also suggesting a plea for forgiveness.
Overall, the song "Russian Roulette" offers a cautionary tale about the dangers of addiction and the importance of resilience in overcoming such vices.
Line by Line Meaning
It's Russian roulette
The situation is unpredictable and there's a high chance of danger or risk.
With no luck
There's no fortune or good outcome in this situation.
You can kiss it good-bye
Accept that it's over and there's no turning back.
There's no such thing as sympathy
No one will show mercy or compassion towards you.
When the disease is entering
When you're getting attracted to something dangerous or unhealthy.
At first glance your instinct says
Your intuition warns you that something is wrong.
This stranger is a little dangerous
The situation is potentially harmful because it involves unknown factors or people.
The cat was killed from curious thrills
The result of being too curious or reckless can be catastrophic.
Now Christ has left the manger
A symbol of innocence and peace has vanished, leaving behind chaos and danger.
The taste is so divine (So divine)
The dangerous pleasure is so appealing and irresistible.
A chemical coma life (coma life)
The addiction seems to put you in a state of sensory deprivation or mental numbness.
Welcome to your vice
You have succumbed to your addiction, and there's no way out.
Good luck with life
You're in for a tough ride and may not survive it.
Cause you can't, you can't, you can't
Kill me that easily
The addiction is too strong, and it's unlikely that you'll overcome it without external help.
It's so nice to meet you
The addiction seems attractive and harmless at first.
It's so nice to know you
The addiction becomes a constant companion, taking over your life.
Now that your guards down
The addiction has worked its way into your psyche and made you vulnerable.
Let me show you
The addiction wants you to give in to its demands, regardless of the consequences.
Superior rights from initial highs
The addiction gave you a temporary sense of power or pleasure, but it was only an illusion.
Have now come back to haunt you
The addiction has turned against you and is causing damage to your life.
Your cravings beg
The stranger's hands for a taste that's so familiar
You're dependent on the addiction, and you'll do anything to get your fix.
What will you decide?
When you're out of time
There will be a moment of choice where you need to decide between giving up the addiction or facing the consequences.
The battle you picked was so one sided
The odds were always against you, and you should have known better.
Now to pin it on me
The one you invited
You're blaming someone else for your predicament, even though you're the one who chose to follow the addiction.
Beg, plead, scream
For redemption, for forgiveness
You're desperate for a way out, and you're willing to do anything for absolution.
Beg, plead, scream
Sorry I'm not listening
The addiction doesn't care about your pain or regrets, and it won't release you easily.
What will you decide?
When you're out of time
You'll need to face the consequences of your actions, whether you like it or not.
Cause you can't, you can't, you can't
Kill me that easily
The addiction is a formidable opponent, but you can still fight it with every fiber of your being.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BRIAN VODINH, JESSE HASEK, LEWIS COSBY
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