In a March 2011 interview, Russell described ADRENALINE MOB as "a straight-up rock band with just rock songs — kind of like an edgy, modern kind of sound. It's not progressive or trying to be too metal or anything — it's just good, old crunchy rock stuff." He added, "I think it will be really well received by people who like to hear that kind of stuff. This is a new thing for Portnoy and myself, too. I've always done kind of done stuff with AYREON, but that's more of a vintage-y vibe, but nothing like this, which is kind of modern-sounding, almost like ROB ZOMBIE meets BLACK LABEL SOCIETY meets DISTURBED, [but] with [Ronnie James] Dio singing. It's all this kind of craziness. So it's definitely different and it's cool."
DEARLY DEPARTED
Adrenaline Mob Lyrics
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Took you under my wing
With open arms brought you in the family
You took the life from me
Now your my enemy
Soon to be a memory
Of the dearly departed
Thought it would never end
I curse the day they said you're selling me out
Now everybody's hurt
You're singing like a bird
Spilling all your guts like a dirty rat
When it's time to die
You can cry your heart out when you're lying face down
The chords they never lie
Don't tell me that you're sorry
'Cause no-one else is sorrier than me
Whatever happened to the person I once knew
You always had my back when all the bullets were flying
You know we had it all but I would to take the fall
And turn my back on the ones who love me
When it's time to die
You can cry your heart out when you're lying face down
The chords they never lie
Don't tell me that you're sorry
'Cause no-one else is sorrier than me
When it's time to die
You can cry your heart out when you're lying face down
The chords they never lie
Don't tell me that you're sorry
'Cause no-one else is sorrier than me
No-one's sorrier than me
No-one's sorrier than me
No-one's sorrier than me
The lyrics to Adrenaline Mob's song "Dearly Departed" delve into themes of betrayal, loss, and regret. The singer reflects on a past relationship that started out as a close friendship, but eventually soured due to the other person's actions. He gave everything he had to this person, taking them under his wing and welcoming them into his family. However, the other person ended up betraying him and spilling his secrets, ultimately becoming his enemy. The singer mourns the loss of this relationship, acknowledging that they were once the best of friends, but now the other person is soon to be a memory of the dearly departed.
The chorus emphasizes the pain and anger of the singer, who feels that he has been wronged beyond repair. He doesn't want to hear apologies or remorse from the other person, as he believes that no one else is sorrier than he is. The lyrics also touch on the idea of karma, with the singer saying that when it's time to die, the other person can cry their heart out but they'll still be lying face down. In other words, their actions will catch up with them eventually.
Line by Line Meaning
I gave you everything
I bestowed upon you my all
Took you under my wing
I provided shelter and protection to you
With open arms brought you in the family
I welcomed you with a warm embrace into my close circle of loved ones
You took the life from me
You drained the vitality and joy from my existence
Now your my enemy
You have morphed into my opponent
Soon to be a memory
You will shortly be a recollection of the past
Of the dearly departed
As someone who has left this world, you are precious to us
We were the best of friends
You and I were boon companions
Thought it would never end
I assumed our relationship was unbreakable
I curse the day they said you're selling me out
I damn the instance you informed others of my secrets and shortcomings
Now everybody's hurt
Now everyone has been deeply affected by your actions
You're singing like a bird
You're divulging all of your and our secrets
Spilling all your guts like a dirty rat
You're sharing everything, including the unflattering truths, like a cad
When it's time to die
At the time of demise
You can cry your heart out when you're lying face down
You can lament with intensity when you're prone and dead
The chords they never lie
The musical notes will never deceive
Don't tell me that you're sorry
Please refrain from expressing regret
'Cause no-one else is sorrier than me
As the victim, nobody is more grief-stricken than me
Whatever happened to the person I once knew
What transformation occurred in the individual I once befriended
You always had my back when all the bullets were flying
You used to support and defend me during difficult times
You know we had it all but I would to take the fall
You know we possessed everything at one point, but I ended up taking the blame
And turn my back on the ones who love me
I neglected and betrayed those individuals who care for me
No-one's sorrier than me
I am the most miserable out of everyone
No-one's sorrier than me
I am the most miserable out of everyone
No-one's sorrier than me
I am the most miserable out of everyone
Contributed by Levi T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
RollTide8569
I never heard this band before and this song is pretty sick! I'm gonna check some more of their stuff out now.
ray1983able
Adrenaline mob definitely one of the best pure rock bands I've heard in a long time so guys please don't break up
Charlie Dunmore
La mejor canción por siempre 10/10 👌
Iron MaidenRules
Love this song. Great band.
Tessa Isaacs
I saw these guys live when they opened up for A7X (along with Hellyeah). Definitely wasn't disappointed!
Elton de Araujo Guerdão
Russell is dynamic. Sometimes he sounds like a new metal singer, sometimes like old heavy metal singer, sometimes so melodic, so intense and here there's another example of this versatily of his voice. Looks a lot with Dave Grohl but adding feelings in each note.
Francisco J Camargo Liévano
Love it
Francisco J Camargo Liévano
Great Band!!!
Xavier Ortiz
l just stumbled on this song,that guitar solo kicked ass!
Vincent B.
I like this song!