AFI has released eleven studio albums, ten EPs, one live album and one DVD. The band first reached substantial commercial success with their fifth album, The Art of Drowning (2000), which peaked at number 174 on the Billboard 200. They then broke into the mainstream with their sixth, Sing the Sorrow (2003), which peaked at number five on the Billboard 200 and remained on the chart for 51 weeks. The album was supported by popular singles "Girl's Not Grey" and "Silver and Cold", both of which peaked at number seven on America's Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart in 2003. "The Leaving Song Pt. II" was also released as a single, reaching number 16 on the chart. Sing the Sorrow was certified Platinum by the RIAA in 2006 and is AFI's best-selling release, having sold over 1.26 million copies as of September 2009.
AFI's seventh album, Decemberunderground (2006), debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and featured the hit single "Miss Murder", which topped the Hot Modern Rock Tracks chart and reached number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100. Another single, "Love Like Winter", reached number four on the Modern Rock Tracks chart. The album was certified Platinum by the RIAA in 2013.[6] Decemberunderground was followed three years later by Crash Love (2009), and then four years later by Burials (2013); both albums were also successful, peaking at number twelve and number nine, respectively, on the Billboard 200. The band's tenth and latest album, AFI (The Blood Album), was released in 2017, and peaked at number five on the Billboard 200, making it their second-highest chart position.
Intro
AFI Lyrics
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First child in praises up to God
Spare the rod spoil the child all my parent thought
Ass whooping on the daily cuz a nigga stubborn
10 years in siblings creeping around the crib
Two more days till boarding school is all I thought
First day of school is a nigga cool or cruel
Not too long shorty sent invite
Second heaven to my people you know
The greener pasture, way cleaner, grass cleaner, baddest bitches
Oh lord forgive me cuz I'm a sinner
Believer of your word lover of the world
Striving for greatness wealth and riches you know
Deep breath hold tight believe till you out of breath
All my fam ever said till I felt trapped
20 counting now a nigga faded, wasted, jaded like no tomorrow
Sorrow thought bought drugs and I fought them
Spirit willing but the body gave in
Life support that I never wished for
Price I pay for being Americanized
Accept my flaws promise never to look back
Attack my demons fuck withdrawal
Grinding all day trynna flood mamas closet
Chanel for a job well done
Gucci and Prada on the way
Drip down the bros-
If this ain't it that math degree gon work nigga
The lyrics to AFI's song "Intro" provide a brief glimpse into the life of an individual who has experienced a range of life events, from childhood and adolescence to adulthood. The first verse highlights the blessings the individual has experienced as the first child in the family. However, it also includes mentions of the physical punishment the individual received from their parents, indicating a strict upbringing. The second verse describes the individual's experience of being sent to boarding school and the mixed feelings of excitement and anxiety that came with the experience.
The lyrics also touch on the individual's experiences with desire and temptation, acknowledging their flaws and the conflict between their beliefs and the world's expectations. The final verse alludes to the consequences of succumbing to temptation and attempting to overcome addiction while striving for success and recognition. Overall, the song reflects the complexity of human experience, with its joys, struggles, and contradictions.
Line by Line Meaning
1999 blessings to the fam
Expressing gratitude for the things that occurred in 1999 to their family
First child in praises up to God
Giving thanks to God for the birth of their first child
Spare the rod spoil the child all my parent thought
Their parents believed in disciplining children to prevent them from becoming spoiled
Ass whooping on the daily cuz a nigga stubborn
They received physical punishment daily due to their stubbornness
10 years in siblings creeping around the crib
They spent the first 10 years of their life being watched over by siblings
Two more days till boarding school is all I thought
They were excited to attend boarding school in just two more days
First day of school is a nigga cool or cruel
Feeling anxious about the first day of school and whether it will be enjoyable or not
Not too long shorty sent invite
A girl they were interested in sent them an invitation
5 years added now a nigga in the states
After five more years, they found themselves living in the United States
Second heaven to my people you know
The United States was like a second heaven to their family and friends
The greener pasture, way cleaner, grass cleaner, baddest bitches
The United States was seen as a place with better opportunities, wealth, and attractive women
Oh lord forgive me cuz I'm a sinner
Asking God for forgiveness because they believe they have sinned
Believer of your word lover of the world
Expressing their faith while also enjoying the things of the world
Striving for greatness wealth and riches you know
Working hard to achieve success, wealth, and prosperity
Deep breath hold tight believe till you out of breath
Encouraging themselves to persevere and strive for their goals until they have nothing left
All my fam ever said till I felt trapped
Feeling trapped by the pressure and expectations of their family to succeed
20 counting now a nigga faded, wasted, jaded like no tomorrow
At age 20, they feel overwhelmed, disheartened, and pessimistic about the future
Sorrow thought bought drugs and I fought them
Feeling down, they considered turning to drugs, but resisted the urge
Spirit willing but the body gave in
They wanted to overcome their struggles, but their physical and mental state was weak
Life support that I never wished for
Feeling dependent on things they did not want or expect
Price I pay for being Americanized
Feeling the negative consequences of becoming too influenced by American culture
Accept my flaws promise never to look back
Making peace with their imperfections and committing to not dwell on past mistakes
Attack my demons fuck withdrawal
Confronting their inner struggles and refusing to succumb to weaknesses and addiction
Grinding all day trynna flood mamas closet
Working hard all day to provide for their family
Chanel for a job well done
Rewarding themselves with Chanel for their hard work
Gucci and Prada on the way
Looking forward to owning Gucci and Prada products in the future
Drip down the bros-
Showing off to their friends with style and confidence
If this ain't it that math degree gon work nigga
If this plan doesn't work out, they will pursue a career utilizing their math degree
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Written by: Afolabi Sigbeku
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