The band is considered to play the style of music known as electronicore, due to their blend of influences from metalcore, industrial metal, hardcore, metal and electronica. They have thus been described as "Slipknot tearing the Prodigy limb from limb."
In their early touring history they supported bands like Hatebreed, Machine Head, In This Moment, Bleeding Through, The Used August Burns Red, and Memphis May Fire. In March 2011, Tragic Hero Records signed Crossfaith for an American release of their second album The Dream, The Space.
In 2012 Crossfaith's tour schedule for around the Europe expanded, supporting Of Mice & Men with Bury Tomorrow and later in the year supporting While She Sleeps alongside Bleed from Within and Polar in September. In August the band went to Japan to play the Summer Sonic festival, the largest festival in the country, where they played at 3am to 10,000 people.
In September 2012 the band released their second extended play Zion, used as an introductory sampler designed to break into a bigger market overseas. Zion was named after the human city in The Matrix film series. The extended play revived a popular response from mainstream critics such as Kerrang! and The Sydney Morning Herald. Three promotional videos spawned out of the promotion of the EP: music videos for "Monolith" and "Jägerbomb," and one typography style video for "Photosphere." On 10 November the band performed at the 2012 Warped Tour at the Alexandra Palace in London on the 'Kevin Says Stage'. The stage they played on was only a 500 capacity room so security had to block the entrance to the room as it exceeded capacity during their performance. Their performance at the festival garnered a lot of attention for the band.
After a hiatus, it was announced that Hiroki would depart from Crossfaith. Shortly after it was announced that Daiki Koide (ex. Her Name in Blood) would join Crossfaith officially.
We Are the Future
Crossfaith Lyrics
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I know I'm gonna stray today
Struggling with the dark
I must cut these chains around me
I found everything I now stand for
Engraved in my soul (In my soul)
I don't wanna live as the dead
So I'm gonna cross this line
Your lies are polluting this life we are living it's haunting me
I'm feeling I'm drowning in guilt that I fight each and everyday
So it ends right here and here it starts
I can't go back to memories (To memories)
Even though I don't know where my hope has gone
It ain't gonna stop me
It ends right here the end of misery here it starts I never look back
The battle for all I believe in
So now this is time to go
This is the war
We are the future
I gotta run run run to my future
The lyrics to Crossfaith's song "We Are the Future" explore the idea of leaving behind the struggles and chains of the past in order to forge a new path towards a bright and hopeful future. The singer admits that they have been "struggling with the dark" and feeling burdened by guilt and lies, but they are determined to break free and move forward. Their beliefs and values are deeply ingrained in their soul, and they refuse to live as if they are already dead. Instead, they are ready to cross the line and fight for their future.
The song suggests that this battle for the future is a war, and that those who believe in a better world are the ones who will shape it. The chorus repeats "We are the future," emphasizing the power of the collective and the need to keep moving forward despite the obstacles. The singer declares that they must "run run run to [their] future," suggesting a sense of urgency and a need for action.
Overall, "We Are the Future" is an empowering song that encourages listeners to let go of their past struggles and embrace a hopeful vision for the future. It acknowledges that this journey will not be easy, but that it is a battle worth fighting.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't look back
I cannot dwell on the past
I know I'm gonna stray today
I am aware that I may make mistakes today
Struggling with the dark
I am in a constant battle against negativity and hopelessness
I must cut these chains around me
I need to break free from the things that hold me back
I found everything I now stand for
My core values and beliefs are deeply rooted within me
Engraved in my soul (In my soul)
What I stand for is an integral part of who I am
I don't wanna live as the dead
I refuse to live a life devoid of passion and purpose
So I'm gonna cross this line
I am determined to take a bold step forward
Your lies are polluting this life we are living it's haunting me
The falsehoods you spread are a poison that corrupts our existence and burdens me with guilt
I'm feeling I'm drowning in guilt that I fight each and everyday
The guilt I feel is suffocating, but I strive to overcome it daily
So it ends right here and here it starts
I am putting an end to the negativity and beginning a new chapter
I can't go back to memories (To memories)
I cannot let my past experiences hold me back
Even though I don't know where my hope has gone
Although I am uncertain of my future, I will not lose hope
It ain't gonna stop me
I will not let fear or uncertainty hinder me
It ends right here the end of misery here it starts I never look back
I am putting an end to misery and embarking on a new journey with a forward-focused mindset
The battle for all I believe in
I am fighting for the things that matter most to me
So now this is time to go
It is time for me to move forward and chase my dreams
This is the war
Life is a constant battle for what we believe in
We are the future
We hold the power to shape the direction of our lives and the world
I gotta run run run to my future
I must take action and work towards my goals with urgency
Contributed by Kylie L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Highflyer615
Their drummer is incredible!
@collinskid21
You clearly haven't herd many bands. If you like impressive drumming cheek out "Fleshgod Apocalypse"
@Highflyer615
Heard* and I'm not judging off technicality? I'm judging off his energy and movement, plus his creativity is a lot better than most drummers. So stating that "you clearly haven't herd many bands" is a completely irrelevant and wrong assumption. Just because you prefer a certain drumming style does not make any other drummer any less talented. Personally I would take a structured, creative drummer over one who focuses mainly on speed and technicality any day.
@collinskid21
Not saying he's not talented but he's not got a new or creative style. he's just another deathcore/metalcore or whatever bollocks sub genera ... I think he's a boring and plan drummer who need to add more flavor and power into his drumming.
@TheKaidrummer
collinskid21
try to play like him
@Highflyer615
Watch a few of his play troughs, you may change your mind mate :)
@amenbo615
この曲ほんとに大好き思い入れがありすぎる
@rA-rl5jo
Takumi Alex
今更だけど
この曲好きになりました、最高🤘
@ImNotSusOk
every few years i rediscover these guys.
this is like the best cross over of metal and dubstep
@DeathlessAngel999
sometimes keeping it simple is the best route in music. i see so many bands (local bands in my area) who try to make things too technical that takes away from the overall power and emotion music has. That's how i feel on the subject.