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1-Chromium is a space disco/new wave band formed by Trevor Horn and Geoff Downes, of Buggles fame in 1979, that released a single album called Star to Star in 1979. The band also included lead singers Vikki Spence and Alma Thibou, with Trevor also singing on some of the tracks; Peter Robinson on drums, Tom Blades on guitar, Louis Jardim (who played on Buggles, Frankie Goes to Hollywood and Grace Jones studio band) on percussion and bass plus Ann Dudley (from Art of Noise fame) and Hans Zimmer on synths. Horn and Downes formed the band after the U.S. label Hit Factory heard a solo single Horn recorded called "Caribbean Air Control" (included on Star to Star) and offered them an album deal.

2-Chromium is a melodic death metal band from Port Elizabeth, South Africa; formed in 2005 by Justin Rae (Bass), Stuart Jacobs (Drums), Jared Gunston (Guitars, Vocals), Shaun Pearson (Bass (2008-2010), Guitars (2013-present)). They have released three albums: Intro Spectre (2006), Confessions of a Hero (2008) and a S/T (2011).

Control
Chromium Lyrics

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There is a feeling in us all
This won't control us forever more
Break from this purpose, rise inside
Trust what you see in these eyes

I can't control this by myself
There's no erasing lies
Gone

There is a one that slowly
Bare to believe that's all I have of me

Fight for your freedom, always strive
Path for salvation in your life

I can't control this by myself
There's no erasing lies
Gone

There is a one that slowly
Bare to believe that's all I have of me
There is a one that slowly
Bare to believe that's all I have of me

There is a feeling in us all

This won't control us forever more
Break it, control it, control

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Chromium's song "Control" seem to be about overcoming a sense of helplessness or being trapped in a situation that feels beyond our control. The first stanza describes this feeling as something we all experience, but that doesn't have to control us forever. The second stanza suggests that we need to rely on others to help us break free from this feeling and acknowledge the truth, rather than trying to do it alone. The repeated line "There is a one that slowly, bare to believe that's all I have of me" could be interpreted as a call to action, encouraging listeners to take a chance and trust in themselves, even if it feels like they're starting with very little.

Overall, the message of the song seems to be one of hope and resilience, urging listeners to believe in their own agency and ability to change their circumstances. The repeated refrain to "break it, control it, control" reinforces this idea of taking charge and refusing to be held down by external forces.

Line by Line Meaning

There is a feeling in us all
All of us have an underlying emotion or sentiment.

This won't control us forever more
This feeling or emotion is not permanent and will not have power over us indefinitely.

Break from this purpose, rise inside
Reject the current situation or goal and develop an inner strength to move forward.

Trust what you see in these eyes
Believe in what you observe and perceive through your own eyes.

I can't control this by myself
I am unable to manage or handle this on my own.

There's no erasing lies
It is impossible to completely erase or eliminate deceitful information or actions.

Gone
The lies or negative influences are now absent or no longer impactful.

There is a one that slowly
There is an individual who gradually...

Bare to believe that's all I have of me
Reveal a desire or willingness to believe that their current state or identity is all they possess.

Fight for your freedom, always strive
Struggle to gain or maintain your own independence and continuously make efforts to achieve your goals.

Path for salvation in your life
A way to find redemption, enlightenment, or release from problems within one's life.