Audioslave released three successful albums, received three Grammy nominations, sold more than eight million records worldwide, and became the first American rock band to perform an open-air concert in Cuba. Cornell issued a statement in February 2007 that he was permanently leaving the band "due to irresolvable personality conflicts as well as musical differences." As the other three members were busy with the Rage Against the Machine reunion, and Morello and Cornell had each released solo albums in 2007, Audioslave was officially disbanded.
Discography
2002 Audioslave
2005 Out of Exile
2006 Revelations
One and the Same
Audioslave Lyrics
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But they're gonna come kill you
They don't mean you any harm
It's just what they do
Could be you're mother
Could be you're father
Or you're best friend in the world
Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same)
Just like blood and rain
Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same)
Yeah, yeah, yeah
You wear a mask with a target
Keep your enemies closer
You fall in love from a great height, now the easy part's over
Choose you're battles, not you're soldiers
You know they'll show their colors
But just like blood and rain
Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same)
Just like blood and rain
Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same) hey, hey, hey, hey
Just like blood and rain
Love and pain are one and the same
Just like blood and rain
Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same)
It's like blood and rain
Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same)
Just like blood and rain
Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same) hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
The lyrics to Audioslave's song One And The Same explore the interconnectedness of love and pain. The song begins by acknowledging a group of people that may appear to be supportive, but are actually planning to harm the singer. It could be anyone close to him, even family or friends. The line "Just like blood and rain, love and pain are one and the same" reveals the central theme of the song. Blood and rain are both things that can be both beautiful and dangerous. Similarly, love and pain are intertwined feelings that can bring both joy and suffering.
The song's lyrics suggest that it's impossible to fully separate one's feelings of joy and pain when it comes to love. The singer wears a mask to protect himself from those who would harm him. He's aware that there's little difference between love and pain, and therefore needs to be prepared for both. The chorus repeats the lines "Love and pain are one and the same," reinforcing the idea that these two emotions are inextricably linked.
Overall, "One And The Same" is a contemplative song about the dual nature of love and how it's intertwined with pain. The lyrics suggest that it's impossible to have one without the other, and that we should prepare for both in order to fully experience love.
Line by Line Meaning
Well they don't hate you, you know they love you
You shouldn't think that they don't love you just because they will harm you.
But they're gonna come kill you
But they will still harm you and possibly cause death.
They don't mean you any harm
Their actions may harm you, but it is not intentional.
It's just what they do
It's just their nature that they can't help.
Could be you're mother
Although the ones who might harm you may include precious ones such as your mother.
Could be you're father
Also, your father may have the same tendency.
Or you're best friend in the world
Even your best friend might not be able to avoid acting in a certain way.
But just like blood and rain, Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same) Just like blood and rain love and pain are one and the same (One and the same) Yeah, yeah, yeah
Love and pain should be viewed as two sides of the same coin, just like how blood and rain are different physical states of the same water. They might seem different but essentially the same.
You wear a mask with a target
To avoid being caught off guard by your enemies, you conceal your true identity.
Keep your enemies closer
It's wise to be vigilant and stay as near to your enemies as possible.
You fall in love from a great height, now the easy part's over
It's easier to fall in love than to follow through with the hard work of maintaining that love.
Choose you're battles, not you're soldiers
It's important that you carefully choose which fights to engage in rather than blindly following your soldiers into battle.
You know they'll show their colors
You know what to expect from those you regularly associate with.
It's like blood and rain Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same) Just like blood and rain Love and pain are one and the same (One and the same)
Love and pain cannot be separated from one another.
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Repetition of the chorus to emphasize the message of the song.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, HIPGNOSIS SONGS GROUP, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: TIMOTHY COMMERFORD, CHRIS CORNELL, TOM MORELLO, BRAD WILK
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