Written by Ben Burnley, edited by Dan K… Read Full Bio ↴Music from HALO 2 video game
Written by Ben Burnley, edited by Dan Karneff, mixed and produced by David Dendeth at Blackbird Studios in Nashville, Tennesee ... but is obviously NOT a country song!!
Also released in 2004 on So Cold (Track 2) by Hollywood Studios.
Interpretation by Terry Wilson (Featherwing Love):
The singer is apparently a military leader and highly skilled combatant (not necessarily the Master Chief) giving a grim pep talk to his troops before a battle he's expecting to lose.
Blow Me Away
Breaking Benjamin Lyrics
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(I can't see them anyway)
No time to lose, we've got to move, steady your hand
(I am losing sight again)
Fire your guns, it's time to run, blow me away
(I will stay in the mess I made)
After the fall, we'll shake it off, show me the way
Only the strongest will survive
Lead me to heaven when we die
I am a shadow on the wall
I'll be the one to save us all
There's nothing left, so save your breath, lying in wait
(Caught inside this tidal wave)
Your cover's blown, nowhere to go, holding your fate
(Lonely, I will walk alone)
Fire your guns, it's time to run, blow me away
(I will stay in the mess I made)
After the fall, we'll shake it off, show me the way
Only the strongest will survive
Lead me to heaven when we die
I am a shadow on the wall
I'll be the one to save us all
Wanted it back
Don't fight me now
Here it comes
Die
Only the strongest will survive
Lead me to heaven when we die
I am a shadow on the wall
I'll be the one to save us all
Save us all
The song "Blow Me Away" by Breaking Benjamin is a powerful and intense anthem that has gained a cult following since its release in 2005. The lyrics describe a battle that must be fought with courage and determination, as the singer rallies his fellow soldiers to stand strong in the face of danger. The line "They fall in line, one at a time, ready to play" suggests that the soldiers are part of a larger military force, and are waiting for their turn to enter the fray. The singer acknowledges that he cannot see his enemies, but he knows that they are out there, waiting to attack.
The chorus of the song is a rallying cry to the soldiers, urging them to fire their guns and run towards the enemy with all their might. The line "Blow me away, I will stay unless I may" implies that the singer is willing to sacrifice himself for the cause, but he hopes that he will survive to fight another day. The bridge of the song is particularly powerful, with the repeated line "Only the strongest will survive," underscoring the gravity of the situation.
Overall, "Blow Me Away" is a testament to the human spirit in times of crisis. It speaks to the courage and determination that we must all summon in order to face life's challenges head-on. The song is also a tribute to the bravery of soldiers and the sacrifices they make on our behalf.
Line by Line Meaning
They fall in line
Everyone is following the rules and conforming to the status quo.
One at a time
All of the people are taking the same approach and not standing out.
Ready to play
Everyone is prepared to participate in whatever activity is being set up.
(I can't see them anyway)
The artist doesn't have a clear view of the crowd because they're all blended together.
No time to lose
There's no leisurely pace or time to waste in this situation; action needs to be taken immediately.
We've got to move
We must start doing something right now.
Steady your hand
Be prepared and keep yourself in control.
(I am losing sight again)
The artist is failing to keep their attention on the task at hand and feels scattered.
Fire your guns
Start doing something with intense passion.
It's time to run
There's no more room to move slowly, time to start making moves quickly.
Blow me away
A challenge to exceed and outshine what exists and break boundaries.
(I will stay, unless I may)
The artist is willing to stay in place unless they're able to take charge and exceed the norm.
After the fall
Once the chaos and destruction is over.
We'll shake it off
Everyone will move past the negative events and look to brighter things.
Show me the way
A call for guidance and help in finding the path to a better place.
Only the strongest will survive
Not everyone will make it through tough times, only the toughest will succeed.
Lead me to heaven, when we die
Take me to a place of peace and freedom after we've passed on.
I am a shadow on the wall
The singer is insignificant in a large group and is often overlooked.
I'll be the one to save us all
Despite being overlooked, the singer believes they will be the one to bring everyone to safety and success.
There's nothing left
Everything has been used up or destroyed.
So save your breath
Don't waste your energy on something that has no worth anymore.
Lying in wait
Hiding and waiting for something to happen.
(Caught inside this tidal wave)
Feeling overwhelmed and unsure how to escape the situation.
Your cover's blown
You've been discovered and can no longer hide.
No where to go
There's no escape or way out of the situation.
Holding your fate
You're the only person in control of your destiny.
(Lonely I will walk alone)
Despite being in a rough situation, the singer is comfortable and confident enough to handle it by themselves.
Wanted it back
Trying to win back something that has been lost.
(Don't fight me now)
The artist is pleading with others to not resist the process of regaining what's been lost.
Save us all
The repeated line is a final call for safety and success for everyone involved.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Jeremy Hummel, Benjamin Burnley
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[Verse 1:]
They fall in line
One at a time
Ready to play
(I can't see them anyway)
No time to lose
We've got to move
Steady your helm
(I am losing sight again)
[Bridge:]
Fire your guns
It's time to run
Blow me away
(I will stay, in the mess I made)
After the fall
We'll shake it off
Show me the way
[Chorus:]
Only the strongest will survive
Lead me to heaven, when we die
I am the shadow on the wall
I'll be the one to save us all
[Verse 2:]
There's nothing left
So save your breath
Lying in wait
(Caught inside this tidal wave)
Your cover's blown
No where to go
Holding your fate
(Loaded I will walk alone)
[Bridge:]
Fire your guns
It's time to run
Blow me away
(I will stay, in the mess I made)
After the fall
We'll shake it off
Show me the way
[Chorus]
You wanted it back
DON'T MAKE ME MAD!
ENOUGH!
DIE!
[Chorus]
...save us all
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if you guys going to be leaving Halo comments on this song at least do it justice
"um, chief you might want to sit this one out"
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“Oh I know what the ladies like.”
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@@micahorr7224 we are the arms of the prophet you are the blade or something like that
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