Legends Never Die
Betraying the Martyrs Lyrics


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You screamed inspiration into my lungs
Whilst I dreamed to do what you had done
A shadow beneath you, just a hopeful son

Hopeful son, just a shadow beneath you

Every dream I had dreamt, every step I will take
For you I'll keep on screaming, 'til your cold hearts wake
For now it's you, the one who's dreaming
And we scream along with you

Those who truly live will never die
The memories you left us will keep you alive

In peace but still dreaming, in silence yet still screaming,
Laid to rest in your eternal nest, just dreaming

Eternal flames burn bright tonight, the brightest was a part of you
A broken heart built by the hands of her hero, the hands of her hero

Every dream I had dreamt, every step I will take
For you I'll keep on screaming, 'til your cold hearts wake
For now it's you, the one who's dreaming
And we scream along with you

Those who truly live will never die
The memories you left us will keep you alive

You once said "You Only Live Once"
But you will live forever




Yes, you will live forever
Because legends never die

Overall Meaning

The song Legends Never Die by Betraying the Martyrs is a tribute to a person who has been a great inspiration in someone's life, most likely the lead singer of the band. The opening lines "You screamed inspiration into my lungs, Whilst I dreamed to do what you had done" express how the inspiration from the person has become an integral part of the singer, and he always aspired to achieve what the person has done. The singer considers himself as a "shadow" and the person he is inspired by as the "hero" or the "legend".


But the person has passed away, and the singer is mourning his loss. The lyrics, "Those who truly live will never die, The memories you left us will keep you alive" emphasizes how the person's legacy lives on, and he will be remembered forever. As the person's dreams remain intact, the singer pledges to carry them forward, and he will scream for him until his "cold heart wakes." The chorus "Those who truly live will never die" repeats several times emphasizing the importance of living life to the fullest and leaving behind a legacy that will live on forever.


As the song progresses, the singer reminisces the person's life and how he inspired others to dream big. The line "Eternal flames burn bright tonight, the brightest was a part of you, A broken heart built by the hands of her hero, the hands of her hero," seems to refer to the person's passion or spirit which is very much alive, and the singer is just a vessel that facilitates its passage. The song ends with "You once said 'You Only Live Once', But you will live forever, Yes, you will live forever, Because legends never die," signifying that even though the person is no more, his influence in the singer's life is too significant to disappear.


Line by Line Meaning

You screamed inspiration into my lungs
You motivated and inspired me deeply


Whilst I dreamed to do what you had done
While I aspired to follow the path you had taken


A shadow beneath you, just a hopeful son
I acknowledged I was just a mere hopeful follower of yours


Every dream I had dreamt, every step I will take
Every goal I've envisioned, every action I'll make towards them


For you I'll keep on screaming, 'til your cold hearts wake
I'll keep shouting and celebrating in honor of your memory


For now it's you, the one who's dreaming
Right now it's you who's living your dream


And we scream along with you
We'll shout and cheer with you


Those who truly live will never die
Those who live with passion and purpose will always be remembered


The memories you left us will keep you alive
The legacy and impact you've made will live forever


In peace but still dreaming, in silence yet still screaming,
Though you've passed away, your aspirations and voice still echo


Laid to rest in your eternal nest, just dreaming
Though you're gone, you're at peace and still pursuing your dreams in the afterlife


Eternal flames burn bright tonight, the brightest was a part of you
Tonight, we honor the brightest and most passionate aspect of your character


A broken heart built by the hands of her hero, the hands of her hero
Your strength has helped mend a broken heart


You once said 'You Only Live Once'
You once preached to live life to the fullest


But you will live forever
Your impact and legacy will endure past your lifetime


Yes, you will live forever
Without a doubt, you will always be remembered


Because legends never die
Your memory will always be synonymous with greatness




Lyrics © SUMERIAN MUSIC GROUP
Written by: Aaron Matts, Victor Guillet, Baptiste Vigier, Lucas D'angelo, Valentin Hauser, Mark Mironov

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Comments from YouTube:

Rob Ellis

'You only live once - legends live forever' - this song is such a good tribute to Mitch! Rest In Peace.

Kawê Castro Munhoz González

Potência Total !🤘🏻🇧🇷🖤 NEVER DIE !

theBOSpaladin

Lucas's singing is really good. He should sing more often.

Martin Šurych

I agree, I prefer his singing over the other guy in the band. In that case it's sometimes too soft and his noticeable French accent in certain parts annoys a bit

KEO SOUNDS

Agreed, Lucas' vocals are a nice change of pace from the keyboard dude that is kind of trying too hard to sound like .. whatever. Example : 3:19

Sam Grist

not live.... he never gets the microphone set up properly so we can actually hear him... at least not at the 3 gigs i've seen them :/

Monica kats

This is definitely the best song from their new album.

azidi haqeem

yup i agree with u..this song is amazing

JDOGGoNE

2:26 "Those who truly live will never die the memorise you left us will keep you alive" R.I.P Mitch Lucker

Exiled King Broly

Love the effects on the vocals. Makes it sound more like death metal which is freaking awesome!

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