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)
Wolves Of Babylon
BoySetsFire Lyrics
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The chalice held aloft, blood runs to the sea
Dark tide of redemption, fallen and free
Born wild of entropy to feed on the weak
Wolves of Babylon…
March on bastard sons…
Chaos carries on…
Teeth sharp lash out, pure will and defiance
Revolt, in the age of iron
The key of joy, disobey your masters
This world is burning down, to the sound of laughter
Tear the fucking statues down, to decay and suffering
Revive from the ashes of death, to become a threat again
To every lie disguised, in white light fallacy
Behind the pallid flaccid symbol that you betray
The lyrics to BoySetsFire's "Wolves of Babylon" describe a group of rebels or revolutionaries who are rising up against their oppressors. The opening lines "Bring forth the martyrs of iniquity" suggest that this is a fight for justice and liberation, and the "chalice held aloft" could represent the blood that has been shed in the struggle. The "dark tide of redemption" and the idea of being "fallen and free" suggest that while there may be sacrifices along the way, the end result will be worth it.
The chorus, "Wolves of Babylon… March on bastard sons… Chaos carries on… For the wolves of Babylon," is an anthemic call to arms for the rebels to continue their fight despite the chaos and destruction it may cause. The following verse describes the rebels themselves as "teeth sharp lash out, pure will and defiance," and suggests that they are fighting not just against their masters, but against the very structures of society that have kept them oppressed. The "age of iron" could refer to a time of war or hardship, and the "key of joy" may symbolize the hope for a better future.
The final lines of the song, "Tear the fucking statues down, to decay and suffering… Behind the pallid flaccid symbol that you betray," suggest that the rebels must reject the symbols and institutions that have upheld their oppression, and that the old way of life must be torn down in order for something new and better to be built in its place.
Line by Line Meaning
Bring forth the martyrs of iniquity
Let us honor those who suffered unjustly
The chalice held aloft, blood runs to the sea
A symbol of sacrifice, spilling blood for a greater cause
Dark tide of redemption, fallen and free
A release from oppression, despite the risks it presents
Born wild of entropy to feed on the weak
In this chaotic world, the strong exploit the vulnerable for their own gain
Wolves of Babylon…
The fierce rebels fighting against the corrupt system
March on bastard sons…
Let the few stand up to the tyranny of the many
Chaos carries on…
In the midst of struggle, chaos reigns
For the wolves of Babylon
This fight is for the rebels standing up to power
Teeth sharp lash out, pure will and defiance
Fighting back with unyielding resolution and ferocity
Revolt, in the age of iron
Rebellion in a time where strength and power rule
The key of joy, disobey your masters
True happiness comes from disobedience and nonconformity
This world is burning down, to the sound of laughter
Though destruction is happening, those in power continue to take delight in their rule
Tear the fucking statues down, to decay and suffering
Destroying the symbols of oppression and bringing the ruling class to their knees by any means necessary
Revive from the ashes of death, to become a threat again
Despite being beaten down, they rise again to pose a danger to the ruling establishment once more
To every lie disguised, in white light fallacy
Uncovering the truth behind the false representation of the status quo
Behind the pallid flaccid symbol that you betray
Calling out those who claim to represent the people, but instead serve the ruling elite
Contributed by Brayden Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.