Powered by catchy, upbeat melodies and Costanza's strong voice, Against the Current's sound fell more on the pop side of the spectrum.
After an all-acoustic EP, they delivered their third EP, 'Gravity, in 2015 and caught the attention of respected indie Fueled by Ramen Records.
With a new label deal in place, they began issuing singles in early 2016 in anticipation of their full-length debut, [''[album artist=Against the Current]In Our Bones', which arrived in May of that year.
On September 14, 2017, Against The Current collaborated with Riot Games to create the single "Legends Never Die" for the 2017 League of Legends World Championship, published on Riot Games' YouTube channel. On November 4, 2017, Against The Current performed live at the 2017 League of Legends World Championship opening and closing ceremonies.
On May 11, 2018, Against The Current released two singles, "Strangers Again" and "Almost Forgot", from the album 'Past Lives', released on September 28, 2018. On August 17, 2018, the band released the single "Personal". The single "Voices" was released on September 14, 2018.
On October 28, 2020, Against The Current released their new song "That Won't Save Us," followed by a second single, "Weapon," on March 10, 2021. These were followed up by a third song "again & again" ft. Guardin on June 23, 2021. The bands first EP since 2015's "'Gravity'" called "fever" was released on July 23, 2021.
On January 10, 2022, Against the Current collaborated with League of Legends European Championship for a song called "Wildfire", with casters Vedius and Drakos as guest vocals, which is a part of a promotion for the 2022 Spring Season of its League of Legends esports regional league run. In August 2022, they announced that they were no longer signed to Fueled by Ramen.
Fireproof
Against the Current Lyrics
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But I was mesmerized and high on every word you spoke
You were born to run but your poison tongue won't save you
'Cause when you play with fire it all dissolves to smoke
I hope your hands burn, when you touch her
I won't be the cure for the scars you've earned
You lit the fuse, thought I'd burn too
Turn the whites behind those eyes
But I can feel it (I can feel it, I can feel it)
The kind of danger in the darkness written on your soul
If the brightest star can light the skies forever (forever)
How could you ever think you were invincible?
I hope your hands burn, when you touch her
I won't be the cure for the scars you've earned
You lit the fuse, thought I'd burn too
But you're playing with a heart that's fireproof
I watch your flames rise, destroy your alibis
I should have warned you
You're playing with a heart that's fireproof
No more games, can't escape
You will always be my worst mistake
Gasoline, on your grave
Goin' down in flames, goin' down in flames, goin' down in flames
No more games, can't escape
You will always be my worst mistake
Gasoline, on your grave
Goin' down, in, flames
I hope your hands burn, when you touch her
I won't be the cure for the scars you've earned
You lit the fuse, thought I'd burn too
But you're playing with a heart that's fireproof
I watch your flames rise, destroy your alibis
I should have warned you
You're playing with a heart that's fireproof
You're playing with a heart that's fireproof.
The song "Fireproof" by Against the Current is a breakup ballad that highlights the turmoil a person goes through when they realize that they were better off without the person they fell in love with. The lyrics "I was better off the night before I met you, But I was mesmerized and high on every word you spoke" clearly convey the confusion and irrationality people feel when they fall in love. The singer knows that they were in a better place before they met their partner and yet can't help but be drawn to them. The metaphor of the "fireproof" heart is also an excellent way to depict the pain of a breakup. Regardless of the damage that the ex-partner may inflict, the singer is immune to their tactics.
The lyrics "You were born to run but your poison tongue won't save you, 'Cause when you play with fire, it all dissolves to smoke" shows the singer's acceptance that their partner was meant to be wild and free but their destructive nature would eventually catch up to them. The line "I hope your hands burn when you touch her" communicates the intense pain experienced by the singer when they imagine their former partner with someone else. The song's narrator realizes that the relationship would never have worked, and they had to end it before it consumed them.
Line by Line Meaning
I was better off the night before I met you
Before meeting you, I was in a much better place emotionally.
But I was mesmerized and high on every word you spoke
Despite my initial reservations, I became completely infatuated with you.
You were born to run but your poison tongue won't save you
You may have the gift of the gab, but your hurtful words won't get you out of trouble.
'Cause when you play with fire it all dissolves to smoke
The reckless choices you make will eventually catch up with you and lead to your downfall.
I hope your hands burn, when you touch her
I hope you feel the sting of regret when you realize what you've lost by being with someone else.
I won't be the cure for the scars you've earned
I won't be able to heal the emotional wounds you've caused yourself.
You lit the fuse, thought I'd burn too
You expected that I would be just as impulsive and reckless as you are.
But you're playing with a heart that's fireproof
You're underestimating my ability to resist your toxic influence.
Turn the whites behind those eyes
I can see through the facade you're putting up.
But I can feel it (I can feel it, I can feel it)
I'm aware of the danger you present, even if it's not immediately visible.
The kind of danger in the darkness written on your soul
The darkness inside of you is a source of danger to those around you.
If the brightest star can light the skies forever (forever)
Even the brightest and strongest people have their limitations and can eventually burn out.
How could you ever think you were invincible?
Your arrogance in thinking that you're untouchable is going to be your downfall.
I watch your flames rise, destroy your alibis
Your self-destructive behavior is catching up with you and exposing your lies.
I should have warned you
I should have been more upfront about the danger you were putting yourself in.
No more games, can't escape
I'm done playing along with your reckless behavior and you can't avoid the consequences anymore.
You will always be my worst mistake
Even though I regret getting involved with you, the lessons I've learned will stay with me forever.
Gasoline, on your grave
Your self-destructive behavior will eventually lead to your downfall and I will bear witness to it.
Goin' down in flames, goin' down in flames, goin' down in flames
You're headed for a fiery end and there's nothing you can do to stop it.
You're playing with a heart that's fireproof
You may be trying to hurt me, but I'm too strong to be affected by your actions.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Chrissy Costanza, Dan Gow, Will Ferri
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@TheDreRock
By next album this band is definitely going to make it to the mainstream. They're legends.
@TalionOswaldCostanza
And Legends never die
@iulianbuzoianu2798
This aged well
@TheDreRock
@Iulian Buzoianu HAHA LEGENDSSS IT SURE DID
@iulianbuzoianu2798
This aged well af now that blindfolded is out
@BoxyTheSpaceDog
everything that becomes mainstream(when band or artist sells out)becomes trash
@hunterwise5156
Still may be my favorite song by you guys even after all these years.
@BrightLifeVideos
OKAY IM DONE WITH THIS BAND, THIS VIDEO IS SOOO COOL, CHRISSY LOOKS MORE THAN AMAZING, I CANT EVEN, DAN IS ROCKING HIS GUITAR (THAT SOLO WAS ON POINT) AND WILL IS SMASHING HIS DRUMS. I CANT WAIT TO SEE THEM LIVE HOLY SHIT.
@BrightLifeVideos
BrightLifeVideos Who's going to the Amsterdam show? ^^
@anthonijn6769
I wush i could :( was too late