Bullet for My Valentine's debut album, The Poison, was released on 3 October 2005 in the United Kingdom and on 14 February 2006 in the United States to coincide with Valentine's Day. The album entered the Billboard 200 in the US at number 128. It was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. The band made appearances at the Download Festival and Kerrang! XXV, and undertook a US tour with Rob Zombie. Bullet for My Valentine's second studio album, Scream Aim Fire, was released on 29 January 2008 and debuted at number four on the Billboard 200. The band's third album, Fever, was released on 26 April 2010 and debuted at number three on the Billboard 200. Thee band's fourth album, Temper Temper, was released on 12 February 2013 and peaked at number 13 on the Billboard 200. The band's fifth album, Venom, was released on 14 August 2015 and peaked at number three on the UK Albums Chart. The band's sixth album, Gravity, was released on 29 June 2018. The band has sold over five million albums worldwide.
Current members:
Matthew "Matt" Tuck – lead vocals, rhythm/lead guitar (1998–present)
Michael "Padge" Paget – lead guitar, backing vocals (1998–present)
Jamie Mathias – bass guitar, vocals (2015–present)
Jason Bowld – drums, percussion (2017–present; touring member 2016–2017)
Former members:
Nick Crandle – bass guitar (1998–2003)
Jason "Jay" James – bass guitar, vocals (2003–2015)[111]
Michael "Moose" Thomas – drums, percussion (1998–2016)
Hit The Floor
Bullet for My Valentine Lyrics
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Your face is alive and bright
But you can't see how weak you are
'Cause I could end it tonight
It's the feeling you get when you think
That someone behind is watching you
Well I can tell you know that someone is me
Why do you take it all, why do I beg for more
I never thought that this is how I'd hit the floor
Why do you take it all, why do I beg for more
I never thought that this is how I'd hit the floor
I creep up from behind
Touch your neck, move down your spine
You take a look and breathe so sharp
Just a matter of time
Don't scream I ask of you
But then you let one out so know its time to go
I come down on you like a ton of bricks
All over so its time to go
Why do you take it all, why do I beg for more
I never thought that this is how I'd hit the floor
Why do you take it all, why do I beg for more
I never thought that this is how I'd hit the floor
Hit the floor, oh
Whoa
Whoa, oh
Whoa,oh
Why do you take it all, why do I beg for more
I never thought that this is how I'd hit the floor
Why do you take it all, why do I beg for more
I never thought that this is how I'd hit the floor
Take this from me, I don't wanna hurt you
Take this from me, I don't wanna hurt you
The lyrics to Bullet for My Valentine's song Hit The Floor depict a haunting account of an individual stalking their victim, waiting for the right moment to strike. The lyricist notes how the victim is oblivious to their own vulnerability, despite the danger lurking nearby. The sense of claustrophobia and paranoia is heightened through the use of metaphors, such as the singer creeping up from behind, which intensifies the tension in the song. As the chorus repeats, the victim remains oblivious to their predator, who yearns for their submission.
The lyricist continues the account of an assault in the second verse where the predator creeps up even closer to the victim, almost touching them. The victim takes notice, but it is too late as the predator strikes. The victim releases a scream, marking the time for them to exit the scene. The predator falls like a ton of bricks, letting the victim know that while they may have had the element of surprise, it was the predator who held the real power in this situation.
Overall, the lyrics are a brutal reminder of the darker side of humanity; the terror that can exist for those who are unfortunate enough to be the victim of another's ill intentions.
Line by Line Meaning
I see you walking home alone
I notice that you are walking alone
Your face is alive and bright
Your face looks happy and full of life
But you can't see how weak you are
However, you are vulnerable and don't realize it
'Cause I could end it tonight
Because I have the power to take advantage of you right now
It's the feeling you get when you think
That sensation you experience when you suspect someone is watching you
That someone behind is watching you
The feeling that someone is following you
Well I can tell you know that someone is me
Indeed, it is me who is following you
And I'm about to make it right
And I'm planning to take advantage of the situation
Why do you take it all, why do I beg for more
Why do you continue to allow me to treat you poorly, and why do I keep wanting more
I never thought that this is how I'd hit the floor
I never imagined myself being in such a weak position
I creep up from behind
I secretly approach you from your blindspot
Touch your neck, move down your spine
I touch your neck and start moving down your back
You take a look and breathe so sharp
You turn around and gasp in surprise
Just a matter of time
It's only a short moment before I take advantage of you
Don't scream I ask of you
I request that you don't scream
But then you let one out so know its time to go
But you scream anyway, so it's time for me to leave
I come down on you like a ton of bricks
I overpower you with great force
All over so its time to go
It's done, so it's time for me to leave
Hit the floor, oh
Fall on your knees in defeat
Whoa
Exclamation of excitement
Whoa, oh
Exclamation of excitement continued
Whoa,oh
Exclamation of excitement continued
Take this from me, I don't wanna hurt you
Take this away from me, I don't want to cause you pain
Take this from me, I don't wanna hurt you
Take this away from me, I don't want to cause you pain
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sentric Music
Written by: JASON JAMES, MICHAEL PAGET, MICHAEL THOMAS, MATTHEW TUCK
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