In 2003 Andy LaPlegua of "Icon of Coil" wrote a few power noise/techno cross over tracks under the name of "D.R.I.V.E.". This was changed to "Combichrist" when the debut album, "The Joy of Gunz" was set to be released on Out Of Line. The name Combichrist originates from a hardcore fanzine LaPlegua made during the late 90s, with "JR Ewing" guitarist Håkon Mella.
The follow up EPs, and the clamour for live shows, sent Combichrist out on the road where they would become known for their strong and energetic performances.
Their second EP, "Sex, Drogen und Industrial", spent 7 weeks at number one in the DAC charts.
In March of 2007 they released their third album "What The Fuck Is Wrong With You People?". "Today We Are All Demons", was released on January 20th, 2009.
The band had been selected to support industrial metal band "Rammstein" for their 2009 European tour and continued to support them during the 2010 part of the tour.
August 2010 saw the release of "Making Monsters", which had full tracks available for streaming on the website, each track being rolled out for a new one. Combichrist undertook a tour in support of the new album in late 2010, with "Aesthetic Perfection" and "iVardensphere" as the support bands.
Their most recent album, "No Redemption", was released in January of 2013 in both single and 2CD versions. This album was the official soundtrack album for the video game "Devil May Cry". The limited edition bonus CD was essentially a greatest hits compilation.
March 2014 will see the release of a new album titled "We Love You", with an accompanying tour of North America starting in April. "William Control" and "New Years Day" have been announced as the support bands.
Combichrist have had much more success than many of the other acts emerging from the electronic underground and the band have become one of the dark electro scene's most popular live acts.
The roster of live members is currently Joe Letz (ex "Genitorturers"), Mr Petersen, Z_Marr (ex "Hell Trash"), Kourtney Klein (who also played drums for the reformed "Nitzer Ebb") and Trevor Friedrich who was the drummer for "Eighteen Visions" and "Imperative Reaction". Past live members include Håkon Mella, Bjoern Petersen, Syn M, Shaun Frandsen & Jon H.
The band's website is at: www.combichrist.com
Never Surrender
Combichrist Lyrics
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Blaming myself for a world on fire
No more shame, no more pity
No more
We rise from the ashes
I will suffer
I will burn
Enslave my soul
But I'll never surrender
Silent words from a bleeding mouth
Swallows pride with a swollen tongue
Everything is nothing, life in a shallow grave
Too ashamed to feel joy life collecting dust
No more shame, no more pity
No more
We rise from the ashes
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
Mental cancer hijacks your brain
Denying the reality you created for yourself
We rise from the ashes
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
The lyrics of Combichrist's song "Never Surrender" are a contemplation on personal struggle and resilience in a world that is constantly pulling the individual down. The lyrics begin with the singer confessing to "self medicating" and "craving punishment". This indicates a deep sense of internal struggle and frustration with oneself. This inner conflict is driven by the singer's "blaming" of themselves "for a world on fire", suggesting that the struggles of the world are too much for the singer to bear. Despite this, the singer is resolved to rise and overcome these struggles. There is a sense of empowerment and defiance in the repetition of the phrase "no more" before the singer declares that "we rise from the ashes". This line can be interpreted as a rejection of the struggles that the singer faces, with the belief that there is strength in the ability to overcome them.
The chorus of the song, consisting of the phrase "I will suffer, I will burn, let hate prevail, enslave my soul, but I'll never surrender", further reinforces the notion of resilience in the face of overwhelming adversity. The singer seems ready to accept the worst, acknowledging that they might suffer and burn, yet they refuse to surrender. The repetition of the phrase "never surrender" at the end of the song further emphasizes this resolve.
The second verse of the song speaks of the singer's silence in the face of a world that seems to be "life collecting dust". They feel too "ashamed to feel joy" and are trapped in a "shallow grave". Once again, there is a sense of personal struggle and frustration, as the singer grapples with their place in the world. However, the determined tone remains, as the singer proclaims "we rise from the ashes".
Overall, "Never Surrender" is a song about resilience in the face of overwhelming adversity. It talks about the struggle that the individual faces but also the determination to overcome them. The lyrics seem to suggest that by rejecting shame and pity, we can rise and conquer the struggles of the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Self medicating, craving punishment
I am medicating myself and searching for ways to punish myself for the state of the world that I blame myself for.
Blaming myself for a world on fire
I am holding myself responsible for the state of the world, which is burning with problems and issues.
No more shame, no more pity
I am determined to move on from shame and self-pity.
No more
I am ready to let go of the negative emotions holding me back.
We rise from the ashes
Despite everything, we will rise again and start anew.
I will suffer
I am willing to face the difficulties and pain that come with moving forward.
I will burn
I am ready to endure the hardships and trials that lie ahead.
Let the hate prevail
I will allow my anger and frustration to motivate me to keep going.
Enslave my soul
I am willing to give up everything and be consumed by my goals.
But I'll never surrender
Even when facing the toughest challenges, I will never give up.
Silent words from a bleeding mouth
I am keeping my struggles and pain to myself, despite how much they hurt.
Swallows pride with a swollen tongue
I am swallowing my pride and accepting my situation, even though it is difficult.
Everything is nothing, life in a shallow grave
My life feels empty and meaningless, and I am stuck in a rut.
Too ashamed to feel joy life collecting dust
I feel too ashamed and broken to find any happiness in my life.
Mental cancer hijacks your brain
My mind is overrun by negative thoughts and attitudes.
Denying the reality you created for yourself
I am in denial and have created a distorted version of reality for myself.
Never surrender
I will never give up, no matter how difficult the path ahead may be.
Never surrender
I will remain strong and resilient, never backing down or giving in.
Never surrender
My determination will never falter, and I will always keep pushing forward.
Never surrender
I will never give up on myself or my dreams.
Never surrender
I will keep fighting no matter what challenges come my way.
Never surrender
My strength and perseverance will carry me through anything.
Never surrender
I will never let the struggles or obstacles defeat me.
Never surrender
I will emerge victorious, no matter how much I have to endure.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: OLE ANDERS OLSEN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kingmasn2166
Self medicating, craving punishment
Blaming myself for a world on fire
No more shame, no more pity
No more
We rise from the ashes
I will suffer
I will burn
Let the hate prevail
Enslave my soul
But I'll never surrender
Silent words from a bleeding mouth
Swallows pride with a swollen tongue
Everything is nothing, life in a shallow grave
Too ashamed to feel joy life collecting dust
No more shame, no more pity
No more
We rise from the ashes
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
Mental cancer hijacks your brain
Denying the reality you created for yourself
We rise from the ashes
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
Never surrender
@rizonza5060
+ Lyrics :
Self medicating, craving punishment
Blaming myself for a world on fire
No more shame, no more pity
No more
WE RISE FORM THE ASHES !!
I will suffer
I will burn
Let the hate prevail
Enslave my soul
But I'll never surrender
Silent words from a bleeding mouth
Swallows pride with a swollen tongue
Everything is nothing, life in a shallow grave
Too ashamed to feel joy, life collecting dust
No more shame, no more pity
No more
WE RISE FROM THE ASHES !!
I will suffer
I will burn
Let the hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
(NEVER !!! SURRENDERRRR !!!)
Mental cancer hijacks your brain
Denying the reality you created for yourself
We rise from the ashes
WE RISE FROM THE ASHES !!
I will suffer
I will burn
Let the hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
(NEVER !!! SURRENDERRRR !!!)
I will suffer
I will burn
Let hate prevail
Enslave my soul
but I'll never surrender
(NEVER !!! SURRENDERRRR !!!)
NEVER SURRENDER
NEVER SURRENDER
NEVER SURRENDER
NEVER SURRENDER
NEVER SURRENDER
NEVER SURRENDER
NEVER SURRENDER
NEVER SURRENDER !
@A_Galaxia
@@Yeet2990 I understand.Sorry for my english too,i am Brazilian ,and i not using translator. But, even after many time,i played all the games of the franchaise,and still,didnt understand why people hate this game.Donte surely is a bad character and hateful in the beginning of the game,but,later on,he is a character worthy of charisma. In this game there is a great amount of parrys that even i,didnt know.Note that DmC is a game of 2013,and i didnt even know that yoy could parry Bob Barbas,Hunter's hand (after he send his grapple in the ground)Succubus,(If you parry his hands,theres a animation of demon pull).
Is a easy game in lower dificultys,but in higher ones,is a hell to complete.I am already in GMD (Gods Must Die)Dificulty on DE and i can confirm that this game,sometimes,can be a pain on ass.
Edit:Still,i understand why people hated this game. I just discovered now,but,Ninja Theory spoke bad things from the classic characters. I forgot what they say,but i think they said Classic Dante was a Gay Cowboy,Trish was a prostitute and the other one i dont remember.But look in the youtube,you certainly will find.
Edit 2:Heres the link to show the parrys,in case if you are curious.
https://youtu.be/-9GCTPViGIE?si=RczajbwmBX7whC-g
@dignusdingus3709
Selfie mad aching, craving the punishment
Wiping myself for a world on fire
No more shaves, no more hay
No more (WE RUN FROM THE ASSES)
I'm a surfer, Alma Burn
Lex ate the bale
They sprayed my soap but I'd rather surrender
Soggiest words from a bleeding mouth
Swollow's pride with a swollen tum
Everythings nutting, lie with a shabby grape
With a shat filled joy, I like collecting dust
No more shaves, no more hay
No more (WE RUN FROM THE ASSES)
I'm a surfer, Alma Burn
Lex ate the bale
They sprayed my soap but I'd rather surrender
I'm a surfer, Alma Burn
Lex ate the bale
They sprayed my soap but I'd rather surrender
Metal can her, hijack your braid
DIY the reality you created for your shelf
Run from the asses (RUN FROM THE ASSES)
I'm a surfer, Alma Burn
Lex ate the bale
They sprayed my soap but I'd rather surrender (NECA, SURRENDER)
I'm surfer, Alma Burn
Lex ate the bale
They sprayed my soap but I'd rather surrender (NECA, SURRENDER)
NECA surrender x8
(Misheard lyrics)
@Jansn
Greetings to Garth.
@sheikhlynch7434
Thanks man! This is epic! 😁👍
@gonzalonicolasvcecmaidana6976
@Garth Ward uyy bueno no u lo
@AbstractReplayer
Oh let me make you completely scratch your head: i liked DmC but got really disappointed by DMC5. It's a good game though
@IFuckingLoveFrenchToast
@AbstractReplayer I disagree, but I respect your opinion
@MrBossFML
@AbstractReplayer I agree, and I respect your opinion
@Anonymous-73
All of Dante’s themes have one solid line
“My chosen torture makes me stronger”
“I WILL SUFFER, I WILL BURN”
“I must not forget, that I have bled”
@jotarojoestar3533
Agreed
@punishedwhispers1218
Thats youre main take away from this? Not 'Enslave my soul but I'LL NEVER SURRENDER'
@punishedwhispers1218
@dudeguy "Intolerance, self glorified ignorance
That sucked you down with your face pushed against the fence
Why don't you finish yourself, since you don't really care
Let the screams in your head be the last thing you hear"