They started in 1993 by playing covers of Metallica, but once the concept became popular they wrote their own original works, maintaining the thrash metal influences on their albums Inquisition Symphony (mainly covers as well) and Cult. Since Reflections they have added drums to their recordings and live performances.
Members:
Eicca Toppinen - Cello
Perttu Kivilaakso - Cello
Paavo Lötjönen - Cello
Mikko Sirén - Drums
Former members:
Sami Kuoppamäki - Session Drums
Perttu Kivilaakso - Cello (1995)
Antero Manninen – Cello (1996–1999, usually plays live)
Max Lilja – Cello (1996–2002, when he joined Hevein)
Dave Lombardo - Drums [session member] (2003-2004, from the band Slayer. Also contributed drums on the songs Betrayal/Forgiveness, Last Hope and 2010 from 7th Symphony)
Cold Blood
Apocalyptica Lyrics
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Everything falls down and breaks in silence
We could forgive and then forget and start over
We could finally try it stone cold sober
No more dark clouds over the horizon
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
Loneliness is the curse of the broken hearted
I came undone and you just fell apart
Maybe some distance can heal us both now
We had it one but we lost it somehow
Maybe the dark clouds are finally behind us
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
Blood
Ignorance breeds, hate breeds violence
Everything breaks down in silence
Your ignorance breeds hate, breeds violence
Everything breaks down in silence
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
We killed it in cold blood
The song Cold Blood by Apocalyptica is a powerful and emotional piece that delves into the consequences of ignorance and hatred leading to violence and the destruction of love. The first verse highlights how these negative emotions breed each other and lead to the downfall of everything. The lyrics suggest that forgiveness and starting anew could be possible if people were to sober up and end the cycle of violence. The second verse discusses the aftermath of this violent cycle and how it can leave people feeling lonely and broken-hearted. The lyrics suggest that distance could be a way to heal before ending with a hopeful message that the darkness has finally lifted. The chorus repeats the phrase "We killed it in cold blood" multiple times, emphasizing the gravity of the situation and the weight of what has been lost.
The bridge of the song breaks away from the main melody and emphasizes the idea that ignorance is what leads to hate and violence. The lyrics state that it is important to recognize how our own ignorance can contribute to these negative emotions and to actively work to educate ourselves and become more aware. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus, driving home the message that the destruction of love and the perpetuation of violence is a choice made by humans and has far-reaching consequences.
Overall, Cold Blood by Apocalyptica is a song that urges listeners to recognize the damage that hate and violence can cause and to actively work towards breaking cycles of ignorance and violence.
Line by Line Meaning
Ignorance breeds fear, breeds hate, breeds violence
The lack of knowledge and understanding leads to fear, which in turn breeds hate, and that hate further leads to violence.
Everything falls down and breaks in silence
When a relationship or situation is deteriorating, it falls apart without much noise or drama, leaving behind a numb silence.
We could forgive and then forget and start over
Instead of holding grudges and perpetuating a cycle of anger and hate, we can choose to forgive, forget, and begin again.
We could finally try it stone cold sober
Maybe we were clouded by our emotions before, but now we can try to work through things with a clear, sober mind.
No more dark clouds over the horizon
The future looks bright and promising without the looming presence of anxieties and worries that previously hung over us.
We killed it in cold blood
The relationship or situation was ended without any remorse or emotion. It was a calculated and deliberate decision that lacked compassion.
Did it for so long
The negative actions that led to the end had been going on for an extended period of time without being addressed or improved.
God rest her soul
This line may refer to a person who has died due to the negative effects of the situation or relationship being described, and the artist is asking for them to find peace.
Until there was no love
The relationship or situation devolved to the point where there was no longer any love or affection left.
Until it was all gone
Whatever existed before has been completely extinguished or used up, leaving nothing behind.
Nothing could grow
Even if people wanted to, there was no fertile ground left to try and regrow the emotions and feelings that have been lost.
Loneliness is the curse of the broken hearted
When someone is hurting and dealing with a broken heart, they often feel isolated and lonely because nobody can truly understand what they are experiencing.
I came undone and you just fell apart
The person speaking may have had a breakdown or lost control, while the other person became overwhelmed or distant with their emotions.
Maybe some distance can heal us both now
Sometimes the best way to heal and move forward is to take space and time away from each other, and the singer is suggesting this as a potential solution.
We had it one but we lost it somehow
The relationship or situation may have started out well and been positive, but something happened along the way to change that.
Maybe the dark clouds are finally behind us
The artist is hopeful that the difficulties and struggles that were previously present are now in the past and things can begin to improve.
Your ignorance breeds hate, breeds violence
This line may be directed towards a specific person or group who the artist believes is contributing to the cycle of hate and violence through their lack of knowledge and understanding.
We killed it in cold blood
This line is repeated to emphasize how deliberate and calculated the decision to end the relationship or situation was, lacking any empathy or compassion.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Eicca Toppinen, Martin Hansen
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@hasanturan9126
Cold Blood"
Ignorance breeds fear, breeds hate, breeds violence
Everything falls down and breaks in silence
We could forgive and then forget and start over
We could finally try it stone cold sober
No more dark clouds over the horizon
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
Loneliness is the curse of the broken hearted
I came undone and you just fell apart
Maybe some distance can heal us both now
We had it once but we lost it somehow
Maybe the dark clouds are finally behind us
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
Ignorance breeds hate breeds violence
Everything breaks down in silence
Your ignorance breeds hate breeds violence
Everything breaks down in silence
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
@dioggo10
Sangue Frio
A ignorância gera medo, gera ódio que gera violência
Tudo cai em silêncio
Nós poderíamos perdoar, esquecer e começar de novo
Poderíamos finalmente tentar, sóbria e fria como pedra
Não há mais nuvens escuras ao longo do horizonte
Nós matamos a sangue frio
Fizemos isso por tanto tempo
Deus cuide da alma dela
Até que não havia amor
Até que tudo se acabou
Nada poderia crescer
Nós matamos a sangue frio
A solidão é a maldição do coração partido
Eu vim desfeito e você simplesmente se desfez
Talvez a distância pode nos curar
Nós tínhamos, mas nós perdemos de alguma forma
Talvez as nuvens escuras finalmente focaram para trás
Nós matamos a sangue frio
Fizemos isso por tanto tempo
Deus cuide da alma dela
Até que não havia amor
Até que tudo se acabou
Nada poderia crescer
Nós matamos a sangue frio
A ignorância gera ódio que gera violência
Tudo cai em silêncio
Sua ignorância gera ódio que gera violência
Tudo cai em silêncio
Nós matamos a sangue frio
Fizemos isso por tanto tempo
Deus cuide da alma dela
Até que não havia amor
Até que tudo se acabou
Nada poderia crescer
Nós matamos a sangue frio
@hasanturan9126
Cold Blood"
Ignorance breeds fear, breeds hate, breeds violence
Everything falls down and breaks in silence
We could forgive and then forget and start over
We could finally try it stone cold sober
No more dark clouds over the horizon
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
Loneliness is the curse of the broken hearted
I came undone and you just fell apart
Maybe some distance can heal us both now
We had it once but we lost it somehow
Maybe the dark clouds are finally behind us
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
Ignorance breeds hate breeds violence
Everything breaks down in silence
Your ignorance breeds hate breeds violence
Everything breaks down in silence
We killed it in cold blood
Did it for so long
God rest her soul
Until there was no love
Until it was all gone
Nothing could grow
We killed it in cold blood
@donlosey9979
Our society needs to read and listen to the lyrics of this song and stop thinking of the past and push forward for the better of humanity
@briankent2396
This song resonates even more today.
@flaque23
Seriously are people complaining that this is not apocalyptica?
Well the "original" apocalyptica only had 4 cellos, no drums, no vocals, no electric cellos only acoustic ones, and i don't see anyone complaining for those changes.
I like the song is something different with good rhythm on it.
@BjornV1994
I agree but only thing, they never used electic cellos, but regular ones. You are thinking about the changes they made to make it sounder harder (they use something to tweak the sound of their instruments, I don't know how it's called but it's montaged to their cello.)
@Drakemasters123
John Murdock The thing with the "other" Apocalyptica is that when they came around they were diferent. Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that they are a bad band now, but when they appear the sound was more like classical but still heavy. My friends used to say "hey, the sound of the cellos doing heavy metal is awsome". They were a new band with a new sound and a new musical personality, no one before this guys did what they did. Now they sound like any other band that does heavy metal. And I insist, they are not bad at all, but it's not the same thing.
@smorenizmaj4062
Elier Lizárraga I couldn't say it better. :)
@RomainPlancherTikiWeb
An artist is what he chooses to be, this is not the business of other people.
@Niphredyl
I really don't like the vocals, in general, nothing against this guy in particular, everything else do they should they want, and btw they still play wooden/carbon body cellos, not electric.
@NerokoMimi
The video is so amazing. Apocalyptica's music videos always fascinate me somehow. They have a unique style and some videos are kinda eerie. This one, too. And a bit artsy. ^ Beautiful