The band gives a cinematic experience when performing live, backing their music up with synchronised visuals created by Dado Ramadani.
Arms and Sleepers released its third album, The Organ Hearts, in May 2011, exclusively on Expect Candy. The album features several collaborations with Ben Shepard of Uzi & Ari.
In April 2012 the group announced that they would be canceling their upcoming tours and be going on an indefinite hiatus. They did play on Dunk Festival in March 2013. In February 2014 the group announced they would have a new album out late spring/early summer.
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Winter Is Coming
Arms and Sleepers Lyrics
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This crown has become my burden, a sign that I'm not free
It presses like a crown of thorns
And blood pours from my eyes
All this gold and beauty
Such a good disguise
Я - царь. Последний оставшийся великий самодержец всея Руси
Никому бы то ни было...
Никому...
Conspiracy and enemies are everywhere, they're trying
To get us, in the familiar faces see how I'm dying
And they are like vultures
Feel - I'm dying
Behind this beauty
They always lie to me
You'll see how the dawn is flooding the sky
It's a new time of struggle
Blood sprinkled white corpse
It's a sign of new hope and old troubles
Red wave is coming
In my sleep I can hear the sound of boots
They came for us, we are like hunted prey
It's an order to execute
I'm asking you for this one thing
Do not touch my family
Take all my gold, all that I have
Let them be free
A bloody wave floods the sky
And crowds of walking dead
Stretching their hands, whispers "revenge"
Crown of thorns on my head
But I can't help them anymore
And they are like vultures
Feel - I'm dying
Behind this beauty
They always lie to me
You'll see how the dawn is flooding the sky
It's a new time of struggle
Blood sprinkled white corpse
It's a sign of new hope and old troubles
Red wave is coming
The lyrics of "Winter Is Coming" by Arms and Sleepers depict a sense of darkness and burden. The singer feels trapped and oppressed by their position of power, symbolized by a crown that feels like a crown of thorns. The blood pouring from their eyes represents the pain and suffering that comes with their status. Despite the appearance of wealth and beauty, it is merely a disguise hiding the true feelings of confinement. The line "I am the king, the last remaining autocrat of all Russia" adds a historical context, suggesting that the lyrics may be referencing the fall of the Russian monarchy during the Russian Revolution.
The lyrics also convey a feeling of conspiracy and persecution. The singer feels surrounded by enemies who are plotting against them. In familiar faces, they see the signs of betrayal and deceit, causing their impending demise. The image of vultures further emphasizes the predatory nature of those around them, always ready to take advantage or cause harm. The singer feels trapped in their own predicament, unable to escape or find genuine help.
As the song progresses, the lyrics introduce themes of struggle and sacrifice. The dawn symbolizes a new era and a time of conflict. The red wave represents a revolution or uprising. The lyrics suggest that while there may be hope for change, it comes with its own set of troubles. The singer is aware of the coming struggle and the potential violence that will accompany it.
Ultimately, the lyrics express a sense of resignation and helplessness. The singer acknowledges that they cannot save themselves or those around them. Despite the longing to protect their family, they can only hope that their loved ones will be spared the same fate. The implication is that the singer's power and wealth have failed to provide true security or happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel how darkness grows around me
I sense the encroaching darkness surrounding me
This crown has become my burden, a sign that I'm not free
This symbol of power has transformed into a heavy load, displaying my lack of freedom
It presses like a crown of thorns
It weighs on me, causing pain like a crown made of thorns
And blood pours from my eyes
Tears flow from my eyes, a symbol of suffering
All this gold and beauty, such a good disguise
The opulence and beauty conceal the truth, acting as an effective camouflage
Я - царь. Последний оставшийся великий самодержец всея Руси
I am the Tsar, the last remaining autocrat of all Russia
Не нужен ни правым, ни левым, ни большевикам, ни эсерам
I am not needed by the right or the left, the Bolsheviks or the Social Revolutionaries
Никому бы то ни было...
No one at all...
Никому...
To no one...
Conspiracy and enemies are everywhere, they're trying
Plots and adversaries lurk in every corner, attempting to undermine
To get us, in the familiar faces see how I'm dying
They aim to capture us, through the faces we know, witness my imminent demise
And they are like vultures
They resemble vultures, scavenging for their own gain
Feel - I'm dying
Feel it - I'm withering away
Behind this beauty, they always lie to me
Behind this allure, deceit is their constant companion
You'll see how the dawn is flooding the sky
Observe the dawn as it overwhelms the sky
It's a new time of struggle
It signifies a fresh era of hardship
Blood sprinkled white corpse
A lifeless body stained with blood
It's a sign of new hope and old troubles
It serves as a symbol of both emerging hope and lingering challenges
Red wave is coming
A crimson tide approaches
In my sleep, I can hear the sound of boots
During slumber, the clatter of boots pervades my senses
They came for us, we are like hunted prey
They arrived to capture us, treating us like hunted animals
It's an order to execute
It's a command to carry out an execution
I'm asking you for this one thing
I implore you for this single request
Do not touch my family
Spare my family from harm
Take all my gold, all that I have
Take all my wealth, everything I possess
Let them be free
Allow them the freedom they deserve
A bloody wave floods the sky
A violent surge inundates the heavens
And crowds of walking dead
Throngs of lifeless beings
Stretching their hands, whispers 'revenge'
Extending their hands while murmuring about vengeance
Crown of thorns on my head
A crown made of thorns adorns my head
But I can't help them anymore
Yet I am no longer able to assist them
You'll see how the dawn is flooding the sky
Observe the dawn as it overwhelms the sky
It's a new time of struggle
It signifies a fresh era of hardship
Blood sprinkled white corpse
A lifeless body stained with blood
It's a sign of new hope and old troubles
It serves as a symbol of both emerging hope and lingering challenges
Red wave is coming
A crimson tide approaches
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Written by: Anna Logacheva
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