They have performed many, many live shows to date and initially released four 7" records on different independent labels (Jonson Family, Try Harder, Abeano/XL, Drowned in Sound). They were signed to V2 with whom they released the singles It's Getting Boring By The Sea (June 11, 2007) and I Wish I Was Someone Better (October 29, 2007).
Their debut album Box Of Secrets was finally released in April 2008 on Mercury Records, where they were transferred to following the sale of V2 to Universal.
Their second album Fire Like This was released on 1 March 2010 to critical acclaim.
The single It's Getting Boring By The Sea is featured on the Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
Colours Fade
Blood Red Shoes Lyrics
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In the hope there's more to find
In blind ambition, yeah, in blind faith
You wait for things to change
Hungry for something I can't say
And the colours fade to grey
Too close for comfort but too far to feel
Walking forwards with no sight
Cos the rhythm leaves you blind
Walking forwards with no sight
Yeah, it's dark as night
Falling through
Falling through
Call out the fracture between two lives
There's one to leave behind
The dream isn't woken so let it forget
The song is different
Hungry for something that I can't say
And the colours fade to grey
Bruises and blisters, they follow the ride
Never turn desire
Walking forwards with no sight
Cos the rhythm leaves you blind
Walking forwards with no sight
Yeah, it's dark as night
Falling through
Falling through
Falling through
Falling through
Falling through
Falling through
Falling through
Colours all fade to grey
Falling through
Colours all fade to grey
The lyrics to Blood Red Shoes's song Colours Fade are deeply introspective and express a sense of aimlessness and uncertainty that come with blindly chasing ambition. The opening line "You take all you have and you leave it behind in the hope there's more to find" suggests that the singer has invested a lot into a certain pursuit but is not quite sure what they are searching for. They are "hungry for something" that they "can't say," and as they pursue it, the "colours fade to grey." This could be interpreted as the loss of passion, excitement, or joy that comes from the pursuit of the unknown.
The lyrics convey a sense of being in limbo, "too close for comfort but too far to feel" where the singer feels as if they are walking forwards but without any sight, "cos the rhythm leaves you blind." The repetition of the line "falling through" emphasizes the sense of aimlessness and continuous falling or failing. The singer seems to be searching for a way out of this uncertain and stagnant limbo but is unable to, as they are caught in the cycle of chasing ambition, waiting for things to change, and experiencing the loss of color and vitality.
The final lines, "Colours all fade to grey, falling through, colours all fade to grey," drive home the bleakness of the situation, where the singer feels trapped and unable to move forward or reclaim the passion and vitality they once had.
Overall, the lyrics to Colours Fade express feelings of uncertainty, aimlessness, and a loss of passion and color in one's life. The repetition of certain lines and the overall sense of falling or failure create a palpable sense of sadness and desperation.
Line by Line Meaning
You take all you have and you leave it behind
You let go of everything you have in the hopes of finding something more in your pursuit of success and achieving your aspirations.
In the hope there's more to find
You believe that there is something better waiting for you in the future.
In blind ambition, yeah, in blind faith
You follow your dreams and goals zealously, driven by hope and belief.
You wait for things to change
You anticipate change and believe that your fortunes will change for the better eventually.
Hungry for something I can't say
You feel a strong yearning for something that you cannot fully articulate or express.
And the colours fade to grey
The vibrancy and energy you once felt have faded away, leaving you feeling dull and dispirited.
Too close for comfort but too far to feel
You are in a situation that is uncomfortable and unsettling, but you cannot fully connect with your emotions or fully experience them.
Yeah, it spins the wheel
Your life is unpredictable and subject to change, often without warning or control.
Walking forwards with no sight
You are proceeding through life blindly, lacking a clear direction or sense of purpose.
Cos the rhythm leaves you blind
You feel lost in the fast-paced, chaotic rhythms of life, unable to keep up with or fully understand them.
Yeah, it's dark as night
Your path ahead seems uncertain and filled with obstacles that you cannot see or overcome.
Call out the fracture between two lives
You acknowledge the split or divide between the different paths you could take in life.
There's one to leave behind
You realize that you must leave certain aspects of your life in the past in order to move forward and grow.
The dream isn't woken so let it forget
If your dream is not within reach or feasible, you should let it go and move on to something else.
The song is different
Your life's story is unique and distinct from anyone else's, and you must be true to your own path and not compare yourself to others.
Bruises and blisters, they follow the ride
The journey towards fulfilling your goals and aspirations may be rough and painful, but it is ultimately worth it.
Never turn desire
You must always maintain your passion and drive to achieve your goals, regardless of the obstacles you face.
Falling through
You feel like you are falling and cannot find your footing or direction in life.
Colours all fade to grey
The vibrancy and energy you once felt have completely faded away, leaving you feeling disconnected and disheartened.
Contributed by Madison B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@misterbamboostick
Laura is one of the most underrated guitar players nowadays. What a riffs and songs she's makin'. Superb!
@Nickkes21
They both have soo pretty voices, perfect match = perfect music
@nemqueteba21
The most underrated band in the history of humankind!!!
@MacSvensson
this is sooo good! So absolutely beautiful! And beautifully mixed. Kudos to the sound engineer on this record!
Why haven't I heard of them before? How can this be? Shame on me! On the other hand, I'm happy as can be, having discovered them finally! Thanks to a good mate of mine who casually sent me a link. He hasn't a clue what he's done :-D
@siffiescatt
I'm starting to like Blood Red Shoes. It's amazing how 2 persons, with only drums and guitar could make up beautiful songs. Plus Steven's drummer/lead vocal thing is pretty rare
@TheD29d
this band has talent
@hylkehaagsma
They have to make more songs like this! THUMBS UP!
@wyliexc
What this band lacks in number of people they make up for in their ability to play unanticipated notes in a very well organized way. awesome!
@Fanny12
Mon adrénaline cette chanson. Je kiffe et surkiffe !!!
Très contente que cette chanson ait terminé le concert à la Maroquinerie à Paris le 21 juillet dernier.
@PS-kg1sr
Even just the outro is worth listening to again and again