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.
Wishes
Coal Chamber Lyrics
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When I wish, I wish for you
Yes, they come and then they go
And I'm still left here on my own
When we wish, we wish for two
When I wish, I wish for you
(Repeat)
(Repeat)
When they wish, they wish to fly
I mask myself and don't know why
I bury wishes underground
And you please warm leaves with no sounds
When we wish, we wish for two
When I wish, I wish for you
(Repeat)
I wish for you...
(Repeat)
When I wish...
Can't this...
I can't do this...
With you anymore
Goodbye my sorrow
Save regrets for tommorow
(Repeat)
When we wish, we wish for two
When I wish, I wish for you
(Repeat)
I wish for you... (x4)
When I wish...
The lyrics of "Wishes" by Coal Chamber convey a sense of yearning, loneliness, and a desire for connection. The repeated lines "When we wish, we wish for two/When I wish, I wish for you" highlight this theme. The singer is expressing their longing for companionship, yet they feel left alone despite their wishes. The second verse suggests that the singer might feel trapped or stuck in some way, unable to fulfill their wishes. They bury their wishes underground, and they feel like they are masking themselves. This creates a sense of disconnection from the world around them. The lines "When they wish, they wish to fly/ I mask myself and don't know why" suggest that the singer might feel like they cannot be their true selves. The song ends with the lines "Goodbye my sorrow/ Save regrets for tomorrow," suggesting that the singer might be ready to move on from their sadness and regrets.
Overall, "Wishes" is a poignant song that explores themes of longing, loneliness, and the need for connection. The repeated lines and the melancholic melody add to the emotional weight of the song, conveying a sense of sorrow and hopelessness. However, the song's hopeful ending suggests that there might be a way to overcome these feelings and move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
When we wish, we wish for two
We often wish for both ourselves and someone else at the same time.
When I wish, I wish for you
Personally, all I ever wish for is you.
Yes, they come and then they go
Things we wish for may come into our lives and then disappear just as quickly.
And I'm still left here on my own
Despite my wishes, I am still alone and left to my own devices.
When they wish, they wish to fly
Some people wish for flight or freedom.
I mask myself and don't know why
I hide my true desires and am unsure of why I do so.
I bury wishes underground
I keep my wishes hidden and secret from the world.
And you please warm leaves with no sounds
Meanwhile, you quietly enjoy the beauty of nature.
Can't this...
I cannot continue like this.
I can't do this...
I cannot keep living with unfulfilled desires.
With you anymore
Without you by my side, my wishes feel meaningless.
Goodbye my sorrow
Farewell to my sadness or regrets.
Save regrets for tommorow
Do not dwell on the past, focus on the present and future.
I wish for you... (x4)
Repeated affirmation of the desire for the other person.
When I wish...
When I make these wishes, they always involve you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRADLEY JAMES FAFARA, MIGUEL RASCON, MIKE COX, RAYNA FOSS
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