In January 2015 Ankor was chosen best newcomer band by the readers of the oldest and most prestigious rock magazine in Spain and South America; La Heavy (Heavy Rock/Kerrang). Their 4th studio album, published in May 2017 raised the band to a new level, allowing Ankor to start their first worldwide tour.
(April 2019), Ankor’s latest album is the most ambitious album of the band, without any fear to explore and mix different styles of metal, rock, rap, electronic or even funk. Mixed by Dan Korneff (Pierce The Veil, A Day To Remember, Paramore, Papa Roach…) and mastered by Ted Jensen (Avenged Sevenfold, Bring Me The Horizon, Muse…), discover the world of Ankor and their alternative metal music in 'White Dragon'.
The Monster I Am
Ankor Lyrics
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Dark as night
That's the colour of my heart
Empty paintings on the wall
As the streets I walk along
They see something inside me
That won't even let them sleep
Every bad thing you hear about me just believe
Don't get closer to me
You'll end up bleeding
I'll be your worst nightmare
Everything you fear
Whatever I touch breaks into pieces
Good girls end up broken
Don't even try this is my warning
Stay away or if you dare
Come and fight against the monster I am
Fucking fight against the monster I am
The monster I am
Like a stab in the back
Every move I make is a lie
Hollow pictures on the wall
As the tunnels where I crawl
I know what they see in me
I am the ghost from their dreams
There are many more like me
I can feel it
Oh Oh
Don't get closer to me
You'll end up bleeding
I'll be your worst nightmare
Everything you fear
Whatever I touch breaks into pieces
Good girls end up broken
Don't even try this is my warning
Stay away or if you dare
Come and fight against the monster I am
Fucking fight against the monster I am
Stay away or if you dare
Come and fight against the monster I am
Fucking fight against the monster I am
Ooooh Ooooh
Come and fight against the monster I am
Ooooh Ooooh
Fucking fight against the monster I am
Ooooh Ooooh
Come and fight against the monster I am
Ooooh Ooooh
Fucking fight against the monster I am
The song "The Monster I Am" by Ankor, describes the singer's self-loathing and the fear of hurting others. It uses dark imagery to convey the pain and despair that the singer feels towards themselves as well as the anxiety that they inflict on those around them. The lyrics of the song suggest that the singer has isolated themselves from society and that they are aware of the bad reputation that follows them around. They are unable to control the bad things that happen to those around them, such as good girls ending up broken, and therefore, they urge others to stay away.
However, towards the end of the song, the singer invites others to fight against the monster they have become. This could suggest the desire for redemption, or the belief that confronting their inner demons may be the only way to end the vicious cycle of hurt and isolation.
Overall, "The Monster I Am" is a powerful and introspective song that delves into the struggles of self-identity and the impact our actions have on those around us. The dark tone of the music and the lyrics create a somber atmosphere that perfectly encapsulates the emotions that the singer is trying to convey.
Line by Line Meaning
Cold as ice
I am emotionally distant and unfeeling
Dark as night
I am morally corrupt and evil
That's the colour of my heart
My heart is devoid of love and compassion
Empty paintings on the wall
My life is devoid of meaning or purpose
As the streets I walk along
My life is filled with the same emptiness that I see in the world around me
They see something inside me
Others sense that there is something deeply unsettling about me
That won't even let them sleep
My presence haunts others and deprives them of peace
Every bad thing you hear about me just believe
I am as terrible as the rumors suggest, if not worse
Don't get closer to me
I am dangerous and will cause harm to those who come near me
You'll end up bleeding
I will cause physical or emotional harm if you interact with me
I'll be your worst nightmare
I will cause unimaginable terror and trauma
Everything you fear
I am a manifestation of people's deepest fears and anxieties
Whatever I touch breaks into pieces
I bring destruction and ruin to everything I come into contact with
Good girls end up broken
Even those who are innocent and good-natured will be corrupted or harmed by me
Don't even try this is my warning
I am giving a clear and direct warning to stay away from me
Stay away or if you dare
The only options for dealing with me are to avoid me or confront me head-on
Come and fight against the monster I am
I am so terrible that those who oppose me are fighting against a monster
Fucking fight against the monster I am
I am truly monstrous and must be fought against with all one's strength
Writer(s): Ankor
Contributed by Tyler R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@antoniosalieri735
this band is going to do well...
@HungKia
I listen to this song (and your other songs, of course) every day. Jessica's acting was so good.
Great song, wonderful band! Best wishes to you!
@Rawk4Life
Bands like Ankor and Unleash the Archers rock harder than Twenty One Pilots, Imagine Dragons, and the current inception of Linkin Park combined. This video is way more deserving than 7,200 views.
@murphmuffin9069
That's because TØP, ID, and LP are all alternative
@MegaCujo69
Agree
@user-eh2dp5hf9z
Nejvhodnější je nejkrásnější. BRAWO
@mikerandolph2158
This is my absolute favorite song by Ankor. I can't believe it doesn't have more Thumbs Up.
@muckspoutmillinery8008
You guys are so talented... I’m offended for you that you haven’t blown up yet!
@dadepali9490
Yes!! Great Song & great video, well done! It's so much fun to listen to your music. Bravo!
@Alexandre_S.
dadepali Absolutely agree!!