The success of the single 'Shoot Your Gun' and the track 'Devil In Me' shot the band to prominence after its use in a Vauxhall commercial.
In early 2006, after four years together touring, with difficulties recording their follow-up album and a desire to change musical direction, the band mutually agreed to split up.
The band reformed in 2008 and released Shake/Shiver/Moan in 2010 and Got It If You Want It in 2012.
On 3 May, 2012, the band announced on Twitter that guitarist Dan Hare decided to leave the band.
22-20s quietly split for a second time in 2013.
Devil in Me
22-20s Lyrics
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Outside of me, outside of me
No I can't get the devil
Outside of me, outside of me
But I hate the world and everything I see
Everything I see, everything I see
And I'll never get the devil
And I hate the world and everything I see
Everything I see, everything I see
I know the meaning of the word when it came to me
When it came to me, when it came to me
I don't live, I just breathe
I don't give and I don't receive
And I'll never get the devil
Outside of me, outside of me
I don't get all the good things
You said I'd see, you said I'd see
And I don't see the light
Surrounding me, surrounding me
But I see lovers walking free
And I see red each tyrant say
All the good things that'd come my way
And I don't know you and you don't know me
I know what I want, what I can be
And I'll never get the devil
Outside of me, outside of me
Outside of me, outside of me
Outside of me, outside of me
Outside of me, outside of me
Outside of me, outside of me
The lyrics of 22-20s' song Devil In Me reflect a sense of hopelessness and despair. The singer is struggling with the devil inside them, as they feel consumed by a deep sense of hatred towards the world and everything they see. Despite their desire to escape from this feeling, they acknowledge that they will never be able to get the devil "outside of me". The repetition of this line throughout the song emphasizes the futility of their efforts to break free from their own inner demons.
The lyrics also convey a sense of detachment and disconnection from the world around them. The singer declares that they don't live, they just breathe, and that they don't give or receive. This suggests that they have withdrawn from everyday life and are unable to find meaning or purpose in their existence. They feel isolated and alone, unable to connect with others.
Overall, the lyrics of Devil In Me express a sense of profound inner turmoil and despair. The repeated refrain of the devil inside the singer is a powerful image that conveys the sense of being consumed by one's own inner darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I can't get the devil
I am struggling to overcome my inner demons
Outside of me, outside of me
I am unable to separate myself from my negative thoughts and actions
No I can't get the devil
I am unable to shake off the negative influences in my life
But I hate the world and everything I see
My negative outlook on life stems from my disgust with everything around me
Everything I see, everything I see
All my experiences reinforce my negative perspective
And I'll never get the devil
I have given up hope of ever overcoming my inner demons
I don't live, I just breathe
I exist, but I am not truly alive
I don't give and I don't receive
I am closed off to both giving and receiving love and affection
And I hate the world and everything I see
My hatred for the world and its inhabitants is all-consuming
Everything I see, everything I see
No matter where I look, I find reasons to hate the world more
I know the meaning of the word when it came to me
I have experienced the worst the world has to offer, and it has left a lasting impression on me
When it came to me, when it came to me
My experiences have shaped my perspective and personality
I don't get all the good things
I fail to appreciate the positive things in my life
You said I'd see, you said I'd see
Others have tried to reason with me, but I am unable to accept their perspectives
And I don't see the light
I am unable to see the good in the world
Surrounding me, surrounding me
I am enveloped in my own negativity
But I see lovers walking free
I envy those who are able to experience love and happiness freely
And I see red each tyrant say
I become angry when those in power abuse their authority or oppress others
All the good things that'd come my way
I am unable to accept or recognize positive opportunities that come my way
And I don't know you and you don't know me
I am distant from others, and they cannot understand or relate to me
I know what I want, what I can be
I am aware of what I am capable of, but I am unable to achieve it
And I'll never get the devil
I am resigned to my fate of being consumed by my inner demons
Outside of me, outside of me
I am unable to separate myself from my negative influences and tendencies
Outside of me, outside of me
My inner demons will always be a part of me
Outside of me, outside of me
I will never be truly free from the negativity that plagues me
Outside of me, outside of me
The devil within me will always be present
Outside of me, outside of me
I am trapped within my own negative thoughts and feelings
Outside of me, outside of me
There is no escape from the inner turmoil I face
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GLEN BARTUP, MARTIN TRIMBLE
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