The band debut EP, was 2005’s “Darkness Prevails”. Two years later, “A Fragile Hope”, their first full-length emerged. It was followed by “Blessed & Cursed”, mastered by Alan Douches at West West Side Music. The record also marked the recording debut of drummer Leks Wood.
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Devil Sold His Soul Lyrics
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The lyrics to Devil Sold His Soul's song VIII focus on the frustrations and limitations that come from dealing with someone who is inherently unable to embrace change and progress. The singer is expressing their disappointment and anger towards this person, who is standing in the way of their goals and causing chaos and confusion. The repeated phrase "You're falling apart" serves as a damning indictment of this person's inability to adapt and grow, causing them to crumble under the weight of their own mistakes and shortcomings.
Throughout the song, the singer struggles with the conflict between their desire to move forward and the obstacles presented by this person's stubbornness and incompetence. They highlight the importance of teamwork and collaboration, emphasizing the impossibility of success without the help and support of those around us. The closing lines of "Threadbare; things won't move/ Will you even care? This bad dispute/ You can only fall down" suggest that the singer has lost hope in this person's ability to change, and that their refusal to do so will ultimately lead to their own downfall.
Overall, this song is a powerful and emotional exploration of the frustrations that come from dealing with difficult people, and the importance of surrounding ourselves with supportive and motivated individuals if we hope to achieve our goals.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't be open if you are in the way
I cannot express myself fully if you are obstructing me
Another chance has just passed us by
We have missed another opportunity to make progress
If you can't take on the role how can you expect us to move?
If you are not willing to do your part, how can we achieve anything as a group?
Your mistakes are too great to count
You have made so many errors that they are impossible to tally
But I won't fall for any of your vows
I will not be deceived by your promises
You're falling apart
You are deteriorating and losing control
And I won't break for any of your tears
I will not be swayed by your emotional distress
I won't be able to scream louder
I do not have the capacity to yell any louder
If I could I'd be able to say: You're not capable of progress You cannot illuminate the path
If I could, I would tell you that you are incapable of advancing and cannot show us the way forward
Mistakes surrounding you mistakes engulfing us
Your errors are affecting us and causing problems for everyone
We cannot make this alone Pull out defences and let it in The water's crashing down
We cannot solve this by ourselves, we need to lower our guard and accept help while things are falling apart
Thread bare; things won't move Will you even care? This bad dispute You can only fall down.
We are at a breaking point and things are not progressing. Will you even care about resolving our issues? Because if not, you will only continue to fail.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALEX WOOD, EDWARD GIBBS, JONATHAN RENSHAW, JOZEF NOROCKY, PAUL KITNEY, RICHARD CHAPPLE
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Deren Ozturk
I do wonder how I can be so happy while listening to your music, as it's so dark and aggressive. But I realise it serves some important rolls in my life. Firstly it's a release. It's just so cathartic. Secondly, it's empowering. I feel like I can take on the world. Lastly, it's fun. It's just so fucking fun. Cheers for all the great tunes so far guys, you're one of the few bands I listened to when I was younger that I still eagerly await new releases from.
Devil Sold His Soul
Thanks, glad you liked it. We headlined the Metal Hammer Razor Tour at the end of last year and played all of those. Hopefully we'll play in London again soon and bang them out again :)
Ash Kirkman
So awesome! This is one of my top 3 albums of 2012!
Andy Brook
This band just do not have a bad song! I challenge anyone to post a sub standard DSHS track!! best UK band in many years.... keep it up.
Miroslav Kubalak
So excited to hear this next week in Bristol, it sounded great back in November! Hope to hear The disappointment as well... otherwise I shall be disappointed :P (just kidding, all your shows have been incredible so far) keep up the good work!
Jacob Gudge
Saw you guys tonight supporting Sylosis - was a killer show, you guys are a really awesome band! When you next playing London? Would love if you did a headline tour and played songs like An Ocean of Lights, No Remorse..., A New Legacy etc. :)
Samuel Roberts
Was literally thinking the other day that you guys should do a live video! Glad you did :D
Devil Sold His Soul
He said it was a combo of wanting to try something new and also to save his voice. Though he'll probably tell me I'm totally wrong and he never said that. lol Nice to hear you like our stuff and this song. Good luck with your vocals! :)
Dzagon
The crowd is a bit disappointing, but great vid. Glad you made one for one of my fav songs from the album:) Keep it up guys!:)
Miroslav Kubalak
OMFG!!! You just made my day, even more psyched for the show the show now :)