1. For the heavy metal band started by the former Iron Maiden singer, see Blaze Bayley. Blaze (sometimes written as B L A Z E for disambiguation) was the former name of Bayley's solo project until 2007.
2. Blaze (New Jersey, USA), a house production team from 1984 onwards.
It was formed by Josh Milan, Kevin Hedge, and Chris Herbert, when Herbert introduced Milan, a member of his church choir, to Hedge, his childhood friend. Ironically, Herbert was the one who left the group in 1991, leaving Milan and Hedge to keep working together.
The group's output consists mainly of house-music tracks with heavy gospel, soul and afrobeat influences (sometimes referred to as gospel house). When the group started, Herbert was the singer, with Milan playing the piano, and Hedge on production. After Herbert left, both Hedge and Milan started to share production duties, vocals, and playing most of the instruments of the group's tracks and albums. The group achieved notoriety with its remix of Lisa Stansfield's "People Hold On" in 1989, after signing with the Motown/MCA Records.
Blaze released its debut album, 25 Years Later, in 1990, after which Herbert decided to move to a more R&B-oriented career, while the two remaining members invested in the emerging club culture, opening a nightclub called Shelter. In 1994, the group scored its first big international production success with De'Lacy's "Hideaway," which was later remixed by Deep Dish.
Since then, Blaze released three more albums, alongside a few scattered compilations of earlier productions and works and countless singles. The group also began working with other well-known names such as "Little" Louie Vega, Barbara Tucker, Jody Watley, and Full Intention. It is best known to modern audiences by its singles featuring Palmer Brown on vocals, the oft-remixed "My Beat," and the tribute anthem "I Remember House." Blaze's most recent album, released in 2005, is a mix compilation title called Found Love.
3. Blaze, a Japanese hard rock band that first premiered in 1975.
The band consists of Ike (vocals), Shige (guitar), Nobu (keyboard), Sam (drums), & Jack (bass). The band is currently known by Yu-Gi-Oh! fans for their song "Fire" which was used as the closing theme for the Japanese release of the Yu-Gi-Oh! film Pyramid of Light.
4. Blaze a Japanese heavy metal band from Osaka formed in 1998, and still active to this day.
5. Stage name of FaZe Blaze
Meant to Be
Blaze Lyrics
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All the things that I meant to do, was it meant to be?
Was a time that I almost died, felt just like a thousand times
I wondered if it was my time, was it meant to be?
As I live within walls and follow their rules
I've taken a path that I just did not choose
I do everything that they expect me to
Have I now even turned my own back on the truth?
Chasing shadows because I believed it was meant to be
There's something that I have now seen makes me question my beliefs
Does the end justify the means, is it meant to be?
I must now make a stand and break out of these walls
I'll make my own rules, I'll chart my own course
They expect me to fall, they expect me to die
But I've stood here before and I'm sick of their lies
Is it meant to be? Is it meant to be?
Is it meant to be?
Now I stand as a man and I don't see their walls
I make my own rules, I chart my own course
No use them expecting me to fall that's not me
I won't let them win, it's just not meant to be
It's just not meant to be
It's just not meant to be
It's just not meant to be
It's just not meant to be
Blaze's song Meant to Be touches upon the theme of self-discovery and breaking away from societal expectations. The lyrics convey the artist's inner turmoil about the path he has taken in life and questioning whether everything was just "meant to be". The repetitive line "Is it meant to be?" resonates with the listener, and the verses delve into the artist's experiences and struggles.
The lyrics start with the artist's regret about the things he has left unsaid and his unfulfilled aspirations. The line "All the things that I meant to do, was it meant to be?" suggests a sense of resignation and self-doubt. The next verse highlights the artist's internal conflict between following societal norms and his own desires. He feels like he has turned his back on his true self and now questions the validity of his dreams.
The chorus speaks of the artist's resolution to break free from societal constraints and chart his own path. He wants to make his own rules and not succumb to the expectations of others. The repeated line "It's just not meant to be" reinforces his determination to pursue his own dreams.
Overall, Meant to Be is a powerful anthem that speaks to anyone who has ever felt trapped by societal norms and expectations. It encourages listeners to question their beliefs and make their own rules.
Line by Line Meaning
All the things that I never said spinning round in my aching head
The regrets and unspoken words that I have been keeping inside my head are consuming me.
All the things that I meant to do, was it meant to be?
I question if what I had planned to do was truly meant to be, or if it was just a figment of my imagination.
Was a time that I almost died, felt just like a thousand times
When I nearly died, the feeling of uncertainty was overwhelming and has been haunting me ever since.
I wondered if it was my time, was it meant to be?
I contemplate whether or not it was my time to go and if this was fate intervening in my life.
As I live within walls and follow their rules
I am confined in a space where my actions and decisions are limited by the rules set by others.
I've taken a path that I just did not choose
I ended up on a journey that wasn't of my choosing, and now I wonder if it's really the right path for me.
I do everything that they expect me to
I feel like I'm living my life according to the expectations of others, and not my own desires and passions.
Have I now even turned my own back on the truth?
I'm questioning whether or not my current situation is truly honest and authentic, or if I have lost sight of what truly matters.
All my life I have followed dreams, never cared where they've taken me
I have always pursued my dreams regardless of where they take me or what obstacles I face along the way.
Chasing shadows because I believed it was meant to be
I have been pursuing something that may not even be real, simply because I thought it was my destiny to do so.
There's something that I have now seen makes me question my beliefs
Something has happened that has caused me to doubt my previously held beliefs and values.
Does the end justify the means, is it meant to be?
I'm now questioning if the outcome of my actions will justify the hardships and sacrifices along the way, and if the end result is truly what is meant to happen.
I must now make a stand and break out of these walls
I realize that I need to take a stand against the limitations placed upon me and break free from these restrictive boundaries.
I'll make my own rules, I'll chart my own course
I will no longer follow the rules set by others and will make my own choices and decisions to carve my own path forward.
They expect me to fall, they expect me to die
Others are anticipating my failure and downfall, but I will not let them define me or dictate my future.
But I've stood here before and I'm sick of their lies
I have faced challenges and critics before, and I'm tired of their deceitful ways and oppressive expectations.
Is it meant to be? Is it meant to be?
I still question if this path I have chosen is truly meant to be, but I will persevere nonetheless.
Now I stand as a man and I don't see their walls
I have grown and matured as a person, and I now see through the artificial walls that previously confined me.
No use them expecting me to fall that's not me
I will not succumb to their expectations of my failure, as that is not who I am or what I believe in.
I won't let them win, it's just not meant to be
I will not allow others to dictate my life or influence my decisions, as it is not what is destined for me in life.
It's just not meant to be
Ultimately, I know in my heart that I am meant for greater things, and I will make it happen through my determination and strength of character.
It's just not meant to be
I refuse to accept anything less than my true potential, and I won't stop until I achieve all that I am destined for in life.
It's just not meant to be
Ultimately, I know that I am capable of overcoming any obstacle or challenge that comes my way, because I am meant for greatness.
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