The ba… Read Full Bio ↴Dead by April is a modern metal band from Gothenburg, Sweden.
The band released a demo in 2007 and another in 2008, and they both leaked out to several peer-to-peer-sites. During this time they also played in local venues around Gothenburg. The demo also spawned one radio single, Falling Behind. In 2008, the band received two awards, both for Best Newcomer, on “Swedish Pop Awards” and “Bandit Rock Awards”
Their first single “Losing You” was released 6 March, 2009 at their MySpace page. The song gained attention to the band by being background music to Expedition Robinson 2009. On the 13 May 2009, the band released their debut album Dead by April, which contains 13 songs, eleven of which are remastered demo songs, with the other two being new ones. On July 21 2009, when the band was on a UK tour with Skindred, Dead by April announced that the track “Angels of Clarity” would be their next UK only single. The band has also announced a second Swedish single, “What Can I Say”.
Current members:
Christoffer Andersson- harsh vocals (2013 - present)
Zandro Santiago - vocals (2010 - present)
Marcus Wesslén – bass guitar (2007 - present)
Alexander Svenningson – drums (2007 - present)
Pontus Hjelm - guitars, vocals (2007 - present)
Former members:
Jimmie Strimell – vocals (2007 - 2013)
Johan Olsson – guitars, backing vocals (2007 - 2010)
Henric Carlsson - bass (2007)
Johan Eskilsson - guitars
Session Members:
Jonas Ekdahl - drums (2010 - 2011)
Joel Nilsson - guitars (2010)
In My Arms
Dead by April Lyrics
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I am beside you
Close your eyes, know I'm here
I know it's hard, to let go all that defines you
You feel like you'll never be whole again
We will find a way, to erase the past
Stay with me, stay with me
In my arms, you'll be fine
I never let go
All you've lost, will come again
Just stay here with me
Never look back, never again
It's over
Everything ends here in my arms
Don't give in, don't let your memories break you
Let me take you away from here
We will find a way, to make this last
Stay with me, stay with me
In my arms, you'll be fine
I never let go
All you've lost, will come again
Just stay here with me
Never look back, never again
It's over
Everything ends here in my arms
I'll be here forever (everything ends)
Here in my arms
I'll be here forever (everything ends in my arms)
I'll be here forever, forever (forever)
In my arms, you'll be fine
I never let go
All you've lost, will come again
Just stay here with me
Never look back (never look back), never again (never again)
It's over
Everything ends here in my arms
The lyrics of Dead by April's song "In My Arms" are a comforting message from one person to another who is facing a difficult time. The song starts with the lines "Don't look down, don't look back, I am beside you, Close your eyes, know I'm here", indicating that the singer is willing to provide emotional support, and that they will be there for the person no matter what, and they should not worry about what they've left behind. The singer understands that it can be hard to let go of what you have known and that changed can be scary. The lyrics "I know it's hard to let go all that defines you, You feel like you'll never be whole again." shows that the person needs someone to be a pillar of strength and to reassure them that they will make it through this difficult time.
The chorus of the song, "In my arms, you'll be fine, I never let go, All you've lost, will come again, Just stay here with me" reinforces this de-escalating and pacifying reassurance. "All you've lost will come again" refers to the concept of resilience, where going through hardships can make one stronger and perhaps, better equipped for what is to come. The bridge ("Don't give in, don't let your memories break you, Let me take you away from here") is a message of hope that things will get better, and that memories should be cherished, but not let them control or confuse one's emotions. The last verse has the singer unconditionally offer support and show their client that they are under their protection and safety.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't look down, don't look back
Don't dwell on the past or worry about the future
I am beside you
I am here to support you
Close your eyes, know I'm here
Trust me and let me take care of you
I know it's hard, to let go all that defines you
It's difficult to move on from what you've lost and what makes you who you are
You feel like you'll never be whole again
You feel broken and incomplete
We will find a way, to erase the past
We will work through this and let go of the past
Stay with me, stay with me
Stay by my side and don't give up
In my arms, you'll be fine
Here, you'll feel safe and protected
I never let go
I won't leave you alone
All you've lost, will come again
You'll regain what you've lost and things will get better
Just stay here with me
Don't leave and don't lose hope
Never look back, never again
Leave the past behind and move forward
It's over
The pain and suffering will end
Everything ends here in my arms
The healing and new beginning start here with me
Don't give in, don't let your memories break you
Don't let the memories of the past consume you
Let me take you away from here
Let me guide you to a better place
We will find a way, to make this last
We will work towards making the healing and new beginning a permanent change
I'll be here forever (everything ends)
I'll always be here to support you
Here in my arms
You can always come to me for comfort
I'll be here forever (everything ends in my arms)
I'll always offer comfort and hope
I'll be here forever, forever (forever)
I'll always be by your side no matter what
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NEGIN, HUGO LIRA, IAN-PAOLO LIRA, JIMMIE STRIMELL, PONTUS HJELM, THOMAS GUSTAFSSON
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