Three Windsor high school classmates consisting of Gray, Preney, and an unnamed vocalist sought out to start a band. They found their drummer in Paul Doman and created the band Knematic. After two separate incidents forced Gray and the former vocalist to leave the band, the band was left with a void. Ashes of Soma found their bassist in between the incidents, and Gray later happily rejoined the band as the new vocalist. After a couple of years of developing their sound, they recorded their first record, Exit 674. The first single released was "Emancipate". The band is working with record producer David Bendeth (known for his work with Breaking Benjamin and Killswitch Engage) as they record their second album.
They have toured in the US and Canada with Candlebox, Default, Hinder, and Theory of a Deadman. They have also toured with Social Code, Idle Sons, Evans Blue and Thornley.
The band's influences include Tool, Sevendust, Disturbed, Finger Eleven, and I Mother Earth.
In December 2008 the band released their third single "Bedroom Walls" and it received heavy air play on Canadian rock stations as well as WRIF (Detroit) and 89X (Windsor/Detroit) in Michigan. The Ashes of Soma self-titled record was released in 2010 and featured a few re-recorded versions of songs found Exit 674.
The band premiered their fourth single "Meteor" on September 8, 2013 on the station 89X. Their EP The Singularity was released on October 4, 2013 and will be followed with a tour.
The Game
Ashes of Soma Lyrics
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Say goodbye to friends
Sit up straight and shut your mouth
Take it all in
You're waiting for a sign
Maybe it'll come
Follow your dreams
See the unknown
Tranform yourself, your looks ain't right
Hollow is your name
Kingdoms will come
If that's all you want, tempt your fate
You should just take all that you know
Travel the world begging for more
Someday you'll find your way
Rising to fame
Is this real or just part of the game?
Eyes on the road and suddenly it ends
Looking out for everyone, you and your friends
You're followed by them as you try to take it on
We'll find out just what a player you are
You're wanted by the world
Made a million dreams
You'll find out everyone's not who they seem
Hollow is your name
Kingdoms will come
If that's all you want, tempt your fate
You should just take all that you know
Travel the world begging for more
Someday you'll find your way
Rising to fame
Is this real or just part of the game?
You should just take all that you know
Travel the world begging for more
Someday you'll find your way
Rising to fame
Is this real or just part of the game?
You're fortune awaits
Is this real or just part of the game?
The lyrics of "The Game" by Ashes of Soma are about the struggle and eventual success of chasing fame. The song describes how one must leave behind their friends and everything they know in order to pursue their dreams. The idea of transformation is mentioned, suggesting that the singer has to change who they are to achieve their goal. The lyrics also touch on themes of deception, questioning the authenticity of the journey to fame and raising the question of whether or not it's all just part of the game. The line "you'll find out everyone's not who they seem" represents the challenges and hardships associated with fame.
The overall message of the song, however, is not a negative one. It tells people to follow their dreams and to take everything they know with them as they travel the world seeking more. The line "someday you'll find your way" suggests that if one perseveres and stays true to themselves, they will eventually find success. The chorus reinforces this message, as it states that "your fortune awaits" but leaves open the possibility that it's all just part of the game.
Line by Line Meaning
When all is lost
When you're at your lowest point
Say goodbye to friends
Let go of those who hold you back
Sit up straight and shut your mouth
Be confident and keep quiet
Take it all in
Absorb everything around you
You're waiting for a sign
You're unsure of what to do next
Maybe it'll come
There may be a solution or answer ahead
Follow your dreams
Pursue what you truly desire
See the unknown
Take risks and step into the unfamiliar
When you are alone in a world of lies
When you're surrounded by deceitful people
Tranform yourself, your looks ain't right
Change yourself to fit in and be accepted
Hollow is your name
You feel empty and unimportant
Kingdoms will come
You'll achieve great things
If that's all you want, tempt your fate
If you're willing to take the risk for fame and success
You should just take all that you know
Use your knowledge and experiences to your advantage
Travel the world begging for more
Seek out new opportunities and experiences
Someday you'll find your way
You'll figure out your path and purpose
Rising to fame
Becoming successful in the world's eyes
Is this real or just part of the game?
Are your accomplishments genuine or just a facade for attention?
Eyes on the road and suddenly it ends
You were focused on success but it stopped abruptly
Looking out for everyone, you and your friends
Taking care of yourself and those close to you
You're followed by them as you try to take it on
Others are watching as you strive for success
We'll find out just what a player you are
Your true intentions and character will be revealed
You're wanted by the world
People are interested in your success
Made a million dreams
You've achieved great things
You'll find out everyone's not who they seem
People may have hidden agendas or motives
You're fortune awaits
Success and wealth are within reach
Contributed by Ava V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.