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)
Hope
Apocalyptica Lyrics
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Personified.
At her feet, the world,
Hypnotized.
A million flashes,
A million smiles.
And on the catwalk,
An angry sign of darkness,
Our hope lies lost and torn.
All flame like love is fleeting,
When there's no hope anymore.
Pain and glory,
Hand in hand,
A sacrifice,
The highest price.
Like the poison in her heart,
Like a whisper she was gone,
Like when angels fall.
And in this side of darkness,
Our hope lies on the floor.
All love like flame is fleeting,
When there's no hope anymore.
Like the poison in her heart,
Like a whisper, she was gone,
Like an angel, angels fall.
The song "Hope" by Apocalyptica talks about the power of hope and how it can captivate the world with its beauty. The opening lines mention hope as a personified entity that holds the entire world hypnotized at her feet. The lyrics then shift to talk about the fashion industry, with a million flashes and smiles for someone who is using their beauty and style to captivate those around them. It then takes a darker turn, referencing an "angry sign of darkness" and how hope lies lost and torn. The idea of fleeting love and its connection to hope is also explored in the lines "All flame like love is fleeting, when there's no hope anymore." The lyrics suggest that pain and glory are interconnected and that sacrifice comes with a high price. The idea of an angel falling becomes a metaphor for hope slipping away from us.
The repetition of the phrase "like the poison in her heart" suggests a sense of pain and destruction that comes with losing hope. The line "Like when angels fall" references the idea of a fall from grace, connecting the loss of hope to a greater sense of loss and destruction. The last line of the song, "Like an angel, angels fall," is repeated several times, driving home the idea of the loss of hope and the pain that comes with it.
Overall, the song "Hope" is a lyrical exploration of the beauty and power of hope, as well as the pain and destruction that comes when it is lost. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, painting a vivid picture of the emotions that come with loss and despair.
Line by Line Meaning
Hope is beauty,
Personified.
Hope is a beautiful concept that embodies positivity and optimism.
At her feet, the world,
Hypnotized.
The power of hope is so immense that it can have a captivating effect on the entire world.
A million flashes,
A million smiles.
And on the catwalk,
She flaunts her style a long mile.
Hope is like a beacon of light shining in the darkness, attracting attention and admiration.
An angry sign of darkness,
Our hope lies lost and torn.
All flame like love is fleeting,
When there's no hope anymore.
When hope is absent, all goodness and love seem to fade away, leaving behind only despair and pain.
Pain and glory,
Hand in hand,
A sacrifice,
The highest price.
Hope often requires great sacrifices and perseverance, but its rewards are worth it.
Like the poison in her heart,
Like a whisper she was gone,
Like when angels fall.
Hope can sometimes falter and disappear, especially in the face of overwhelming adversity and pain.
And in this side of darkness,
Our hope lies on the floor.
All love like flame is fleeting,
When there's no hope anymore.
When hope is lost, it can have devastating effects, causing joy and love to fade away, leaving only darkness and despair behind.
Like the poison in her heart,
Like a whisper, she was gone,
Like an angel, angels fall.
Hope, like people, can sometimes fail and fall, but it is important to keep striving towards it, despite its difficulties.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EICCA TOPPINEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Piotr Gawarecki
Hope is beauty
Personified
At her feet, the world,
Hypnotised
A million flashes,
A million smiles
And on the catwalk,
She flats in style
But in this heart of darkness
Our hope lies lost and torn
All fame like love is fleeting
When there's no hope anymore
Pain and glory
Hand in hand
A sacrifice
The highest price
Like the poison in her arm
Like a whisper, she was gone
Like when angels fall
And in this heart of darkness
Our hope lies on the floor
All love like fame is fleeting
When there's no hope anymore
Like the poison in her arm
Like a whisper, she was gone
Like an angel
Angels fall
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Depressed Robot
The apocalyptica songs without any vocals (not featuring anybody) are by far the best, in my opinion.
Raul Castro
Most accurate comment ever seen on youtube 👍👍👍
Shuvolina Mukherjee
I agree with you
Julio Rodriguez
Agree with you mate
Sonia Alanis
Yes they are
Andrew I
I was always curious if they write the lyrics or allow the guest singer to write the lyrics based on listening to the music.
Lynda O'Con
I’m glad to be born during the time of Apocalyptica. They are a living masterpiece.
Elora
This song is perfect. I honestly feel that the version with the lyrics kind of destroys it for me. This original version is freaking perfect, though and I can listen to it on repeat for hours. It is truly some really powerful music that truly lives up to its name.
Elora
@Kisah Marz
For me, it was an AMV with "Now and Then, Here and There". Never watched the anime, but wow, what a video. Perfect with the music. That AMV introduced me to Apocalyptica.
Kisah Marz
Bless to the guy who make DBZ amv with this instrumental or else ill never find em.