Man of Fire
Dozer Lyrics


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So long, may you have a pleasant growth
Safe and sound, don’t you try to keep them both
Cause everywhere you turn there is another side
So lonely, cause we keep each others hands in line…

Man of fire, sounds like ocean waves…
Man of fire, takes you to the grave…
You will know how it feels to get rid of all restraints…
Man of fire, he will cave you in, cave you in…

Belong, but that’s not what you have done
Tied and bound, like you’re lying under oath




Cause everywhere you turn there is another lie
So lonely, even though you’ve kept your hands in mine…

Overall Meaning

The song "Man of Fire" by Dozer is a slow and haunting rock ballad, that talks about the journey of an individual who has become a symbol of power and strength, a man who is on fire, and who destroys everything in his path. The song seems to suggest that the person has become so powerful that he is beyond redemption, and that his actions are causing destruction, even to the people around him. The lyrics "Man of fire, sounds like ocean waves...Man of fire, takes you to the grave" indicate that the man is an all-consuming force of nature, unstoppable and untameable.


The second verse of the song talks about the loneliness that comes with the power the man holds. Though he holds the hands of people, he is still lonely and unfulfilled, and the people around him are mere props to his all-consuming power. The lyrics "Belong, but that’s not what you have done, Tied and bound, like you’re lying under oath, Cause everywhere you turn there is another lie, So lonely, even though you’ve kept your hands in mine" highlight this sense of isolation and detachment from others.


Line by Line Meaning

So long, may you have a pleasant growth
Wishing you well as you embark on your journey


Safe and sound, don’t you try to keep them both
You can't always have everything, so don't risk what's important for something uncertain


Cause everywhere you turn there is another side
Life is full of different perspectives and options


So lonely, cause we keep each others hands in line…
Even though we're together, we may not understand each other


Man of fire, sounds like ocean waves…
Being passionate and driven is exhilarating like the sound of waves crashing on the shore


Man of fire, takes you to the grave…
Being too driven can consume you and lead to your downfall


You will know how it feels to get rid of all restraints…
Breaking free from limitations can be liberating


Man of fire, he will cave you in, cave you in…
Being too intense can be overwhelming and cause others to distance themselves


Belong, but that’s not what you have done
You may fit in, but you haven't necessarily found your place


Tied and bound, like you’re lying under oath
Feeling constrained and obligated to fulfill duties


Cause everywhere you turn there is another lie
People may not always tell the truth or be authentic


So lonely, even though you’ve kept your hands in mine…
Despite being physically close, emotional distance can still exist




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Comments from YouTube:

@ShaolinMonkey007

Trying not to go 130mph on the freeway when that chorus kicks in is a tall order.

@richardgod8826

Dozer is the best band in the world !!

@lucimi00

hell yes!!

@thorstensen4550

oh yeah, dozer rocks!!!!!

@LupineFear

This is awesome. I am definitely looking into these guys.

@initium71

...Saw them live in 2003 (before this album came out)and,they were fuckin' amazing!^-^ You wished u were there too!!;-)

@ConanTroutmann

@corybungo Indeed they are awesome!!! A very underrated band. If you've not done so already, check out ALL of their other albums,esp the Unida/Dozer split E.P,Madre De Dios,Tail Of A Comet and Call It Conspiracy.Everything they've done is pretty sweet.If you need any help getting their song/albums,let know and i'll hook you up,no worries.Been a fan for many years now and have everything they've released (inc some pretty rare stuff) Glad you enjoy and sub to my channel for more awesome rock :-)#

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