1. An American post-grunge ba… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with this name:
1. An American post-grunge band.
2. An American blues rock band from the 1970s.
3. A German metal band.
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Creed is an American rock band from Tallahassee, Florida formed in 1994. Creed was prominent in the post-grunge movement of the late 1990s and early 2000s, releasing three consecutive multi-platinum albums; their second, Human Clay (1999), received diamond (11x platinum) certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Creed has sold over 28 million records in the United States, has sold over 53 million albums worldwide, and was the ninth best-selling musical act of the 2000s.
For most of its existence, the band has consisted of lead vocalist Scott Stapp, guitarist and vocalist Mark Tremonti, bassist Brian Marshall, and drummer Scott Phillips. Creed's first two studio albums, My Own Prison (1997) and Human Clay (1999), were released to commercial success despite unfavorable critical reception; Marshall left the band in 2000. Human Clay remains one of the best-selling albums of all time and contained the Billboard Hot 100 number one single "With Arms Wide Open"—which also won a Grammy Award for Best Rock Song. The band's third album, Weathered, was released in 2001, with Tremonti on bass guitar. Creed disbanded in 2004; Stapp pursued a solo career while Tremonti, Marshall, and Phillips founded the band Alter Bridge with Myles Kennedy.
Creed reunited in 2009, releasing their fourth album Full Circle and performing several tours before separating again in 2012. After an eleven-year hiatus, Creed reunited once more in July 2023 and announced their headlining of the Summer of '99 cruise festival in April 2024.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Creed_(band)
Discography
My Own Prison (1997)
Human Clay (1999)
Weathered (2001)
Full Circle (2009)
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2. Creed was formed in 1977 by vocalist Steve Ingle and guitarist Luther Maben. Enlisting the services of Hal Butler (keyboards), James Flynn (bass), and Chip Thomas (drums), they were soon signed by Asylum Records. Their self-titled debut appeared in 1978 and was notable for "Time and Time Again," an epic southern-style guitar workout, comparable in stature to Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Freebird." Unable to attract enough media attention, the band split up shortly after the album's release.
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3. There is also a German Christian metal band called Creed. They have released at least one album called "Sign of Victory" on the Pure Metal label in 1992.
Bullets
Creed Lyrics
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I'm trying to find a reason to live
But the mindless clutter my path
Oh these thorns in my side
Oh these thorns in my side
I know I have something free
I have something so alive
I think they shoot 'cause they want it
I think they shoot 'cause they want it
I feel forces all around me
Come on raise your head
Those who hide behind the shadows
Live with all that's dead
Look at me, look at me,
Look at me (At least look at me when you shoot a bullet)
(Through my head, through my head, through my head)
In my lifetime when I'm disgraced
Jealousy and lies
I laugh aloud 'cause my life
Has gotten inside someone elses mind
Look at me, look at me,
Look at me (At least look at me when you shoot a bullet)
(Through my head, through my head, through my head)
Hey all I want is what's real
Something I touch and can feel
I'll hold it close and never let it go
Said why, why do we live life
With all this hate inside
I'll give it away 'cause I don't want it no more
Please help me find a place
Somewhere far away
Yes, I'll go and you'll never see me again
Look at me,
Look at me (At least look at me when you shoot a bullet)
(Through my head, through my head, through my head)
Look at me,
Look at me (At least look at me when you shoot a bullet)
(Through my head, through my head, through my head)
Look at me
Look at me
Creed's song "Bullets" is a powerful and poignant piece, tackling themes of pain, suffering, and the search for inner peace. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the singer's struggle, with the opening lines describing the Earth as seeking relief while he tries to find a reason to live amidst the turmoil. The presence of others complicates matters, as there are those who seek to shoot him down, perhaps metaphorically or even literally. The imagery of thorns in his side is particularly impactful, calling to mind the biblical story of Jesus' crucifixion and the suffering he endured.
The second verse introduces the idea of forces all around the singer, implying that he may be struggling against larger societal or even cosmic issues. Those who hide in the shadows may represent forces of evil or darkness, while those who live with all that's dead could be symbolic of those who are spiritually or emotionally dead inside. The repeated refrain of "Look at me" seems to be a desperate plea for attention and acknowledgement, even in the face of violence and despair. The final lines of the song suggest that the singer is ready to leave it all behind and find a place of peace and safety, where he can escape the hate and pain of the world.
Overall, "Bullets" is a deeply moving song that speaks to the human condition and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. Its themes of suffering, perseverance, and the hope for a better future are universal and timeless.
Line by Line Meaning
Walking around I hear the Earth seeking relief
As I walk around, I can feel the Earth's pain and it appears to be looking for a way to alleviate itself.
I'm trying to find a reason to live
I am searching for a reason to continue living and to find some meaning in my life.
But the mindless clutter my path
However, the people around me who lack purpose and direction, are blocking my path.
Oh these thorns in my side
These people and their meaningless existence keep bothering me and causing me pain.
I know I have something free
But I am aware that I possess something that is truly meaningful and valuable, which is free and cannot be bought.
I have something so alive
This thing that I possess is so full of life and vitality.
I think they shoot 'cause they want it
However, I strongly believe that these people are taking shots at me because they want what I have.
I feel forces all around me
I can sense that there are some powerful forces at work all around me.
Come on raise your head
I am urging everyone around me to lift their heads up and take notice of what is happening around them.
Those who hide behind the shadows
Those who shy away from the light and live in the shadows
Live with all that's dead
Are living a life that is devoid of meaning and purpose.
Look at me, look at me,
Focus on me and pay attention to what I am saying,
Look at me (At least look at me when you shoot a bullet)
Even when you are trying to hurt me, at least have the decency to look at me.
(Through my head, through my head, through my head)
Even though you might be shooting me through my head, I still want you to take a good look at me.
In my lifetime when I'm disgraced
At some point during my life when I am publicly shamed or humiliated,
Jealousy and lies
It will most likely be due to someone else's envy or deception.
I laugh aloud 'cause my life
However, I can laugh about it and find humor in it because,
Has gotten inside someone else's mind
I know that my life and what I represent have gotten inside someone else's head and become a point of fixation for them.
Hey all I want is what's real
What I really want in life is something that is genuine and authentic.
Something I touch and can feel
Something that I can physically touch and experience.
I'll hold it close and never let it go
Once I find this genuine thing, I will cherish it always and hold onto it tightly.
Said why, why do we live life
I often wonder why we choose to live our lives this way; with so much hatred and negativity in the world.
With all this hate inside
It seems like hatred and negativity are what fuel us and keep us going.
I'll give it away 'cause I don't want it no more
But for me, I have had enough, and I want to give all this hate and negativity away.
Please help me find a place
I am asking for help in finding a place where I can feel safe and free from all this negativity.
Somewhere far away
A place that is far away from all the toxicity and negativity of the world.
Yes, I'll go and you'll never see me again
And if I do find this place, I will go there and never look back.
Look at me
Again, I am asking everyone to look at me and pay attention to what I am saying.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MARK TREMONTI, SCOTT STAPP
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@wowhead1
by far, the MOST underrated creed song
@colechung7806
Young Grow Old as well 😎
@Amazonian11
People are shocked when I share this song with them and then they find out it's Creed 🤘
@soulman3696
With all the school shootings these last few years, this song hits real hard now days. Also POD youth of the nation is brilliant
@cindialdridge7071
Absolutely agree with it being underrated! Like a hidden gem.
@THEREALLORDJ
💯
@WisataMurahMeriah_WMM
The first Creed song that I listened to and made me think that Creed is a metal band. But this is really great song. I can't stop listening to it, even it's 2024 now.
@mjan456
this is the most 2000s music video ever
@neutralgrounds07
Indeed hahaha
@lewiskilleen6650
The most badass song they made