On June 14, 2011, Black Veil Brides released their second album, "Set The World On Fire", via label "Lava Records". This is the first album to feature new drummer, Christian Coma.
Band:
Andy Biersack (formerly Andy Six/Sixx) - Vocals
Lonny Eagleton - Bass
Jake Pitts - Guitar
Jinxx - Guitar / Violin
Christian "CC" Coma - Drums
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Youth & Whisky
Black Veil Brides Lyrics
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Spent years in liquid harmony
This dream is who I wanna be
Youth and Whisky
I grew from those who hate me
Stead fast to a razorblade symphony
Cigarettes n' lyrics made me
Youth and Whisky
Can you see me
I'm strong from what they made me
These angels who carry me
They taught me
Youth and Whisky
Baptized in smoke and misery
A loaded gun and a bastard's history
My temple's for the crazy
Youth and Whisky
No sorrow left inside me
Celebrate the moments behind me
This shot is Holy Mary
Youth and Whisky
Can you see
Can you see me
I'm strong from what they made me
These angels who carry me
They taught me
Youth and Whisky
Hey hey, brothers
Hey hey, fighters
Bottles living for another round
Hey hey, lovers
Hey hey, liars
Throttles speeding towards a blackout
Can you see
Can you see me
I'm strong from what they made me
These angels who carry me
They taught me
Youth and Whisky
In the opening lines of Black Veil Brides' song "Youth & Whisky," the singer expresses a burning desire within them, a yearning that they have suppressed for years. The burning feeling they are experiencing is a result of years of indulgence in a lifestyle that celebrated liquid harmony, that is, an abundance of alcohol. The dream, therefore, refers to the lifestyle that they have come to cherish, one that involves living life on their own terms, with youth and whisky being their guiding principles.
The singer then goes on to detail how they have grown and matured from the hate they received from others, tightening themselves up and becoming a symphony, a beautiful harmony. They also attribute their growth to cigarettes and lyrics, which together helped provide the voice they needed to build their world. The lyrics "Can you see me" repeats throughout the song, suggesting a plea to be acknowledged and respected for who they are, flaws and all. The song, therefore, touches on themes of rebellion, defiance, and self-discovery and celebrates the role whisky has played in the journey.
Line by Line Meaning
These words are burning inside of me
I have a strong passion for my dreams
Spent years in liquid harmony
I have spent years in the world of music, surrounded by alcohol and drugs
This dream is who I wanna be
My dream is to be a musician
Youth and Whisky
I associate youth with the energy and power of music, and whisky with the intoxicating effects of fame
I grew from those who hate me
I have faced criticism and hate, but have grown stronger because of it
Stead fast to a razorblade symphony
I am committed to my music, even if it is dangerous and difficult
Cigarettes n' lyrics made me
My experiences with smoking and writing lyrics have shaped who I am
Can you see
Do you understand where I'm coming from?
Can you see me
Do you see the real me?
I'm strong from what they made me
The challenges I've faced have made me stronger
These angels who carry me
My supporters are like angels who lift me up
They taught me
I have learned from my experiences with these angels
Baptized in smoke and misery
My life has been filled with smoke and pain, like a baptism into a darker world
A loaded gun and a bastard's history
I have a dangerous past and a history of being an outcast
My temple's for the crazy
My mind is a place for creative and daring thoughts
No sorrow left inside me
I have dealt with my pain and moved on
Celebrate the moments behind me
I am proud of what I have accomplished so far
This shot is Holy Mary
I am celebrating with a shot of alcohol, which I see as a holy sacrament
Hey hey, brothers
Addressing my male friends and fellow musicians
Hey hey, fighters
Addressing those who have struggled and fought for their goals
Bottles living for another round
We are continuing to celebrate and live in the moment
Hey hey, lovers
Addressing those who have loved and lost
Hey hey, liars
Addressing those who are dishonest or have been dishonest to me
Throttles speeding towards a blackout
We are living life to the fullest, even if it means risking everything
Lyrics © CYPMP
Written by: ANDY BIERSACK, ASHLEY PURDY, JACOB MARK PITTS, LUKE WALKER
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