In 1996, the band played the very first Ozzfest. In 1997, their first album Coal Chamber was released; it produced one single and a video, "Loco" (the video was also added after the end credits of Dee Snider's horror film Strangeland, the soundtrack for which the band also recorded an exclusive song).
Their second album Chamber Music followed in 1999. Between the releases, Foss married Sevendust drummer Morgan Rose and became pregnant, necessitating another bass player on tour, a role filled by Nadja Peulen. Foss came back for the recording of Coal Chamber's third album, Dark Days (2002), but left after the studio sessions to raise her daughter. The band's only single and video was the song "Fiend."
Their 4th album Rivals released on May 19th, 2015. The singles on it were I.O.U Nothing and Rivals. It stepped away from the gothic elements from the last 2 albums and was described as groove/nu metal. They disbanded a year after the album was released.
They reunited in 2022, and so far no hints of new music will be released.
One Step
Coal Chamber Lyrics
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All my life it's been much the same game
Altogether now who pass the blame game
I'm not the one so don't put your shame on
You're not the one that I put the blame on
There is nothing I would rather do then
There is nothing I would rather do then
Get up and explain life to you
One step forward
Two steps back
Three steps forward, go!
People want to come and take from me everything
People want to come and leave me with nothing
I'm not the one so don't put your shame on
You're not the one that I put the blame on
There is nothing I would rather do then
Get up and explain life to you friend
There is nothing I would rather do then
Get up and explain life to you
One step forward
Two steps back
Three steps forward, go!
Why do you hide
So afraid of what you'll leave behind
Why do you hide
So afraid of what you'll leave behind
One step forward
Two steps back
Three steps forward, go!
One step forward
Two steps back
Three steps forward, go!
Who put the blame on
Who put the blame on
Who put the blame on
It wasn't my fault
The lyrics to Coal Chamber's song, "One Step," are powerful and hard-hitting. They convey a sense of frustration and anger, with the singer clearly stating that they are tired of being blamed for things that are not their fault: "I'm not the one so don't put your shame on / You're not the one that I put the blame on." The song is about taking responsibility and refusing to be a victim of circumstance, even when it feels like everything is working against you.
The chorus of the song is particularly striking, as it seems to suggest that progress is possible, even when it feels like we are stuck in a cycle of failure: "One step forward / Two steps back / Three steps forward, Go!" This line implies that it is possible to make progress, even when setbacks occur. The singer urges us to keep moving forward, to keep striving for our goals, even when it feels like we are stuck in place.
The song's message is one of empowerment and resilience. The singer refuses to be held back by their circumstances, and instead chooses to take control of their own life. The lyrics are delivered in a driving, aggressive style that matches the intensity of the message. Overall, "One Step" is a powerful anthem for anyone who has ever felt trapped or held back by their circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
Never again!
I will not allow this to happen again.
All my life it's been much the same game
Throughout my life, I have encountered similar situations.
Altogether now who pass the blame game
Everyone is playing the blame game.
I'm not the one so don't put your shame on
I am not responsible, so do not try to blame me.
You're not the one that I put the blame on
I am not blaming you for any of this.
There is nothing I would rather do then
Get up and explain life to you friend
I want to share my knowledge and help you understand life.
One step forward
Two steps back
Three steps forward, Go!
Life is full of setbacks, but we must keep moving forward.
People want to come and take from me everything
People are trying to take away everything I have.
People want to come and leave me with nothing
People are trying to leave me with nothing.
Why do you hide
So afraid of what you'll leave behind
Why are you hiding and afraid of what you will or will not leave behind?
Who put the blame on
Who put the blame on
Who put the blame on
It wasn't my fault
Who is responsible for this? It was not my fault.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BRADLEY DEL FATARA, MIGUEL RASCON, MIKE COX, RAYNA FOSS
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