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.
Snow Cats
AFI Lyrics
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Not boy enough?
You wanted me in this dress
Or nothing else
You say I am
I am not scared enough
Prepared enough
You wanted me in distress?
I am, I am here
I'll wait for you another night
(As you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
I'll wait for you some other night
(Dressed as you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
Am I loud too much
And proud too much?
You wanted me in this stance
Or on my back
You said I am
I am not read enough
In bed enough
I've given up on romance
I've nothing left for love
I am, I am here
I'll wait for you another night
(As you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
I'll wait for you some other night
(Dressed as you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
Who's to say when the cats are away
What they say, what they say
We won't come back
Who's to say when the cats are away
We won't come back
What they say, what they say
We won't come back
Who's to say when we cats are away
We won't come back
What we say, what I say
I won't stay
I'll wait for you some other night
(Dressed as you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
I'll wait for you some other night
(As you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
I'll wait for you
I'll wait for you
(As you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
The lyrics of AFI's song "Snow Cats" talk about a person who is being controlled and manipulated by another individual. The first verse depicts the subject's self-doubt and insecurity about their appearance and behavior, as they try to fit into the expectations imposed upon them by their partner. The line "You wanted me in distress? I've nothing left to fear" implies that this individual has been pushed to their limits and is no longer afraid of the consequences of their choices. The chorus is a repetition of the phrase "I'll wait for you another night, dressed in Himalayan white", indicating the subject's commitment to being what their partner wants them to be, even if it means waiting indefinitely.
The second verse further shows the manipulative nature of the partner, as they demand the subject to behave a certain way, even in intimate situations. The line "I've given up on romance, I've nothing left for love" suggests that the subject has lost their self-worth and sexual agency due to their partner's demands. The final part of the song, with the repeated phrase "I'll wait for you some other night, dressed as you like, dressed in Himalayan white", serves as a haunting reminder of the extent of the partner's control, as the subject is left waiting and willing to mold themselves into whatever their partner desires.
Overall, the lyrics of "Snow Cats" are a commentary on the dangers of toxic relationships and the impact they can have on a person's sense of self. It highlights the importance of recognizing red flags and standing up for oneself, rather than continually compromising to please someone else.
Line by Line Meaning
Am I coy enough?
Am I acting shy enough?
Not boy enough?
Am I not masculine enough?
You wanted me in this dress
You wanted me to act in a specific way for your liking
Or nothing else
You won't accept anything else
You say I am
You think I am
I am not scared enough
I am not fearful enough to please you
Prepared enough
I am not ready enough to please you
You wanted me in distress?
You wanted me to be in trouble or worried
I've nothing left to fear
I have no more reason to feel scared
I am, I am here
I exist and I am present
I'll wait for you another night
I'll wait for you on another occasion
(As you like)
(In the way you want)
Dressed in Himalayan white
Wearing white clothes like snow in the Himalayas
Am I loud too much
Am I speaking too loudly?
And proud too much?
Am I being too arrogant?
You wanted me in this stance
You wanted me in this posture
Or on my back
Or in any other position you want
I've given up on romance
I have lost hope in love
I've nothing left for love
I have no more love to give
Who's to say when the cats are away
Who can tell what happens when we are not around?
What they say, what they say
What other people say or think
We won't come back
We won't return
Who's to say when we cats are away
Who can tell what happens when we are gone?
What we say, what I say
What we, or I, say
I won't stay
I won't remain here
I'll wait for you
I am waiting for you
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Davey Havok, Jade Puget, Hunter Burgan, Adam Carson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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[Verse 1]
Am I coy enough?
Not boy enough?
You wanted me in this dress
Or nothing else
You say I am
I am not scared enough
Prepared enough
You wanted me in distress
I've nothing left to fear
I am, I am here
[Chorus]
I'll wait for you another night
(As you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
I'll wait for you some other night
(Dressed as you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
[Verse 2]
Am I loud too much?
And proud too much?
You wanted me in this stance
Or on my back
You said I am
I am not red enough
In bed enough
I've given up on romance
I've nothing left for love
I am, I am here
[Chorus]
I'll wait for you another night
(As you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
I'll wait for you some other night
(Dressed as you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
[Bridge]
Who's to say when the cats are away
What they say, what they say
We won't come back
Who's to say when the cats are away
We won't come back
What they say, what they say
We won't come back
Who's to say when we cats are away
We won't come back
What we say, what I say
I won't stay
[Chorus]
I'll wait for you some other night
(Dressed as you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
I'll wait for you some other night
(As you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
I'll wait for you
I'll wait for you
(As you like)
Dressed in Himalayan white
Neuromancer
this song s starting to grow on me, at first I was put off by the change in style from the previous dark melodic nature of the music and the similarities between older art of drowning, the cure and girls not grey.
but like deftones gore it took me a bit to understand what the band was going for with this album but the style is still afi and im starting to see how this might be a great album.
and more like older afi that I could originally decipher upon my introduction to it.
I just hope we get some classic badass singles like girls not grey, days of phoenix, the sinking night, and the embrace(which was my all time favorite modern song from AFi.)
And they keep things heavy,.
I think this album actually will be special, it just takes some time to notice the intricacies of the music and its nature within the AFI signature.
Antonio Santana
This song is so underrated.
Stephanie Baker
Yet ANOTHER gorgeous offering from the ALWAYS incredible AFI. Their sound is one of the most beautiful and unique on earth....🌎 I sincerely thank Davey, Jade, Hunter and Adam as it is a privilege being able listen to their breathtaking music the four of you give us; music that seemingly originates from the heavens above!!!🌙💙💫
Underthejrose
Love the song and so happy they have an album coming out. Their longevity lies behind their willingness to evolve, grow, and push themselves as artists. There is exponential credit due in that alone. This video is pretty trippy, whether they have deeper meaning behind it or if they just wanted to display some eye-catching visuals; I dig it!
Keep rockin', AFI 2017 is here!
Dorothy Lover
Niiiice, definitely some of the best vibes AFI offers.
Cruz Ana Karen
siempre será mi banda favorita
AFI❤🔥
Dr Ston3r
@:V :V corrector xd
Andy Revan
Dragon Rojo la mia igual! :3
Вячеслав Дериков
моя любимая иностранная рок группу ! песня просто супер !
mentalguy316
The music video is so fucking stupid I love it! All these weird 80's style effects. To it a degree it did look like they were having fun while making it. Definitely something I haven't seen them do before and I'm excited for the album!
CurtMuhGurt
mentalguy316 You know they weren't really in space, right? they definitely did not have fun in front of a green screen 😂