Current members:
Nathan Gray - lead vocals (1994–present)
Josh Latshaw - guitar (1994–present)
Chad Istvan - guitar (1994–present)
Rob Ehrenbrand - bass (2004–2011, 2013–present)
Chris Rakus - bass (2013–present)
Jared Shavelson - drums (2013–present)
Former members:
Darrell Hyde - bass guitar (1994–1999)
Rob Avery - bass guitar (1999–2004)
Marc Krupanski - bass guitar (2011–2013)
Matt Krupanski - drums (1994–2013)
Dan Pelic - drums (2013)
Lee Dickerson - lead guitar (2013)
Until Nothing Remains
BoySetsFire Lyrics
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Through the choir of sheep as they drown
Raise the banner of the proud and untamed
Burn the kingdom down… until nothing remains
Death throe dance pul in quite the crowd
Cheering throngs of the scorned still unbowed
The system’s dead and we spit on the grave
You hide in a sickness that leaves you unbowed
Scorched earth policy friendships allow
For your dreams and their failings to mount
An assault on continous lies
Let them fall from your lips on the ground
And consume you in flames with your crown
You can add up your ill-gotten gains
And keep count till nothing remains
When ashes remain
Burn… ‘til the truth is out
Burn… down to hallowed ground
Burn… and rebuild again
Burn. Burn. Until nothing remains
The lyrics of BoySetsFire's Until Nothing Remains reflect themes of rebellion, destruction, and the end of societal systems that embody corrupt power structures. The opening lines, "Rise ye wolves up above the sound / Through the choir of sheep as they drown," call upon those who refuse to be silenced and controlled by the flock-like mentality of the masses. The wolves, symbolic of those who possess individuality and strength, rise to overcome the drowning sheep, who follow the herd without question or critical thought.
The chorus, "Burn the kingdom down...until nothing remains," reinforces the theme of destruction and rebellion against oppressive systems. This line highlights the idea that sometimes it is necessary to completely dismantle corrupt systems in order to establish something new and just. The second verse further emphasizes this message, calling for a complete rejection of the existing societal order - "The system's dead and we spit on the grave / Let it fucking rot...until nothing remains."
Line by Line Meaning
Rise ye wolves up above the sound
Step up and make your presence known, even when drowned out by the masses
Through the choir of sheep as they drown
In the midst of those who blindly follow and succumb to authority
Raise the banner of the proud and untamed
Display defiance and individuality against societal norms
Burn the kingdom down… until nothing remains
Destroy the existing system completely and start anew
Death throe dance pul in quite the crowd
There is a perverse satisfaction in witnessing the downfall of oppressive institutions
Cheering throngs of the scorned still unbowed
There is strength in solidarity among those who have been wronged
The system’s dead and we spit on the grave
The existing structure is obsolete and deserving of contempt
Let it fucking rot… until nothing remains
Allow the existing system to crumble and decay until it is no more
You hide in a sickness that leaves you unbowed
You mask your insecurities and refuse to bow down to societal pressure
Scorched earth policy friendships allow
Cut off toxic relationships and leave nothing behind
For your dreams and their failings to mount
Accept the failure and shortcomings of your aspirations
An assault on continous lies
Reject dishonesty and confront deceit head-on
Let them fall from your lips on the ground
Speak your truth and let it manifest in reality
And consume you in flames with your crown
Embrace the all-consuming nature of your passion and ambition
You can add up your ill-gotten gains
You may have acquired success through unethical or immoral means
And keep count till nothing remains
Reflect on the consequences of your actions and their lasting impact
When ashes remain
After the destruction of the old, only the remnants of past mistakes linger
Burn… ‘til the truth is out
Continue the fight until the underlying issues and realities are exposed
Burn… down to hallowed ground
Leave nothing unturned and start anew from the ashes
Burn… and rebuild again
Raze the structures of the past and start from the bottom up
Burn. Burn. Until nothing remains
Destroy everything and leave nothing behind until true change can occur
Contributed by William S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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