Formed in 2005, Dead Letter Circus released one self-titled EP in 2007. They have performed at festivals such as The Big Day Out, The Come Together Music Festival in Sydney and The Over-Cranked Music Festival in Brisbane. They have performed with a number of bands, some of these include Tool, Cog, Karnivool, The Butterfly Effect, Chevelle and Helmet. They also tour Australia extensively on their own headline tours. On the 1st of November, 2008, they released a second EP/single, entitled Next In Line. Next In Line featured three tracks, two of which were included on the band's debut studio album This Is the Warning in 2010. The band have released four singles from the album; "The Space on the Wall", "Big", "One Step" and "Cage". This Is the Warning has gained the band national and international acclaim.
During 2012 Rob Maric announced that he was leaving the band for personal reasons.
August 9, 2013 saw the release of the band's second album The Catalyst Fire.
Members:
Kim Benzie – Vocals
Clint Vincent – Guitar
Stewart Hill - Bass
Luke Williams - Drums
Tom Skerlj - Guitar, keyboard and percussion
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I am
Dead Letter Circus Lyrics
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I'll stand in the middle
A martyr once said
Hoping to deliver us
Take me instead
I'll stand in the middle
When the river runs red
Defiant, I'll become the shelter
In the hope that my death
Gives more before oblivion
I'm hoping that the river runs dry yet
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
I am all of who I am
I the tested, I the broken stand
Take me instead
I'll stand unforgiven
When the river runs red
Hoping this delivers us
Defiant, I'll become the shelter
In the hope that my death
Gives more before oblivion
Hoping that the river runs dry yet
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
I am all of who I am
I the tested, I the broken stand
On the inside
Born a slave here in denial I am free now
I am just holding my own sacred line
I will keep on following
For the one who bears the eyes I conceived
Mine offered up
I will brace, bleed and defy
The moment that the river runs
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
Both the liar and the honest man
I the tested, I the broken stand
I'm hoping to deliver us
Hoping to deliver us
Hoping that the river runs dry
The lyrics of "I Am" by Dead Letter Circus revolve around the theme of sacrifice and selflessness, with the singer offering himself up to stand in the middle when the river runs red. The metaphorical river can be interpreted in several different ways, perhaps representing the struggles of life or the chaos of the world. The singer is willing to become a martyr, hoping that his death will make a significant impact before oblivion. The line "born a slave here in denial, I am free now" suggests that the singer has overcome his past and is now free to offer himself up for the greater good. The overall message of the song is one of defiance, perseverance, and hope for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
Take me instead
I am willing to sacrifice myself in the place of others.
I'll stand in the middle
I will take a position of bravery and be exposed to danger.
A martyr once said
A person who died for a cause previously expressed these same sentiments.
Hoping to deliver us
Wanting to bring safety or resolution to a dangerous situation.
When the river runs red
During a time of great violence or corruption.
Hoping for deliverance
Wanting to experience freedom from oppressive forces.
Defiant, I'll become the shelter
I refuse to back down in the face of danger and will protect others.
In the hope that my death
My sacrifice is meant to bring about positive change for others.
Gives more before oblivion
My death is not in vain if it can help others in the future.
I'm hoping that the river runs dry yet
I am hopeful that the times of violence and danger will come to an end.
I am all of who I am
I am fully embracing and being true to my identity.
Wear the face of all I know I am
I am unafraid to show the world who I truly am.
I the tested, I the broken stand
Despite hardships and challenges, I remain strong and resilient.
Take me instead
I am willing to be a sacrificial lamb.
I'll stand unforgiven
I am willing to take on the burden of guilt or blame.
Hoping this delivers us
I am giving my all in hopes of bringing positive change and safety.
Born a slave here in denial I am free now
Despite feeling trapped or oppressed in the past, I now feel liberated and empowered.
I am just holding my own sacred line
I am staying true to my values and principles in the face of adversity.
I will keep on following
I will continue to pursue my beliefs and purpose in life.
For the one who bears the eyes I conceived
I am fighting for a future in which my vision for the world becomes a reality.
Mine offered up
I am willing to give everything I have and am.
I will brace, bleed and defy
I am ready to endure any hardship and opposition in pursuit of my goals.
The moment that the river runs
If and when things get violent or chaotic.
Both the liar and the honest man
I embody both good and bad qualities, like any human being.
Hoping to deliver us
I am fighting for the betterment and safety of all.
Hoping that the river runs dry
I am hopeful for a peaceful and less chaotic future for all.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KIMBERLEY KENNETH BENZIE, STEWART ALEXANDER HILL, LUKE WILLIAMS, CLINTON JAMES VINCENT, TOM SKERLJ, LUKE PALMER
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Nakarin Ley
Take me instead
I'll stand in the middle
A martyr once said
Hoping to deliver us
Take me instead
I'll stand in the middle
When the river runs red
Hoping for deliverance
Defiant, I'll become the shelter
In the hope that my death
Gives more before oblivion
I'm hoping that the river runs dry yet
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
I am all of who I am
I the tested, I the broken stand
Take me instead
I'll stand unforgiven
When the river runs red
Hoping this delivers us
Defiant, I'll become the shelter
In the hope that my death
Gives more before oblivion
Hoping that the river runs dry yet
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
I am all of who I am
I the tested, I the broken stand
On the inside
Born a slave here in denial I am free now
I am just holding my own sacred line
I will keep on following
For the one who bears the eyes I conceived
Mine offered up
I will brace, bleed and defy
The moment that the river runs
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
Both the liar and the honest man
I the tested, I the broken stand
I'm hoping to deliver us
Hoping to deliver us
Hoping that the river runs dry
Matteo Barca
I fucking love this band, they DESERVE way more attention!!!
Nakarin Ley
Take me instead
I'll stand in the middle
A martyr once said
Hoping to deliver us
Take me instead
I'll stand in the middle
When the river runs red
Hoping for deliverance
Defiant, I'll become the shelter
In the hope that my death
Gives more before oblivion
I'm hoping that the river runs dry yet
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
I am all of who I am
I the tested, I the broken stand
Take me instead
I'll stand unforgiven
When the river runs red
Hoping this delivers us
Defiant, I'll become the shelter
In the hope that my death
Gives more before oblivion
Hoping that the river runs dry yet
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
I am all of who I am
I the tested, I the broken stand
On the inside
Born a slave here in denial I am free now
I am just holding my own sacred line
I will keep on following
For the one who bears the eyes I conceived
Mine offered up
I will brace, bleed and defy
The moment that the river runs
I am all of who I am
Wear the face of all I know I am
Both the liar and the honest man
I the tested, I the broken stand
I'm hoping to deliver us
Hoping to deliver us
Hoping that the river runs dry
Sam The Great
Awesome lyrics ❤
E.G. Systems
Ohhh, hello... You know that moment when you hear a band, and it just blows you away with the feeeeeeeel? This stuff is just gorgeous in SO many ways! Bumped into you guys totally by accident, but so glad I did. Tech and chops are easy to find, but heart and soul not so much. May the road rise up to meet you!
El Scruffo McScruffy
@jSon they really are solid to see live!
triscurtis
I feel the same way, man. You can hear the conviction and heart in everything they do. There's a lot of sound-alikes out there, but they often just sound... off. There's an honesty in DLC that is so special.
jSon
Go see them live too! So good!
voxextremos22
That pre chorus is amazing
James
Excellent work by everyone involved. You all created a masterpiece.
Popolop980
I can't believe it turn out so well!
I am the kid who hands fin (the boy) the bottle when he throws it
:D