Embodyment was a Christian metal band from Arlington, Texas which formed in… Read Full Bio ↴Embodyment was a Christian metal band from Arlington, Texas which formed in 1993. They were first known by the name "Supplication". They commenced as a death metal band and released 3 demos under this style, which later appeared altogether on a full-length independent release entitled "1993-1996".

Their debut album, "Embrace the Eternal", showed a change in style as Embodyment added elements of metalcore to their death metal sound (Embrace the Eternal is one of the earliest deathcore records). "Embrace the Eternal" featured re-makes of the songs "Golgotha" and "Religious Infamy", which were originally from their demos, as well as guest vocals by Bruce Fitzhugh, vocalist for seminal Christian metal band Living Sacrifice.

After the departure of Kris McCaddon on vocals, Embodyment welcomed Sean Corbray as vocalist and recorded "''The Narrow Scope of Things''", released in 2000. This album was the band's first step away from any of the heavier metal subgenres. Instead, their sound on the album was adjusted to alternative metal with hard rock influences and was the first album to feature actual singing and some screamed vocal parts rather than any form of death vocals.

Embodyment next released Hold Your Breath in 2001, an album which saw the removal of all screamed vocals and yet more slight shift away from the remaining metal influence there had been on "The Narrow Scope of Things". Their last album, "''Songs for the Living''", released under [[XS Records]] in 2002, completed the band's transition to alternative/indie rock and was originally made as an industry demo meant to get the band signed to a major label.

Embodyment later disbanded in early 2004 to the disappointment of loyal fans.

Andrew Godwin, Mark Garza and Kris McCaddon have finally resurfaced with a new band, [http://www.the-famine.com The Famine]

It's Alright
Embodyment Lyrics

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Push the child into the wheel
Make your memories long
Take the leap into the space
Don't look back in fear

Now here my voice
Baby, I made it and it's all right
And I don't want it to end

Chase your prize on through the grave

Live beyond your dreams
Seize the day and ride the wave
Claim your destiny
Now here my voice

Baby, I made it and it's all right
And I don't want it to end
I reached beyond tall fables
Vultures by my window

Camera flashes daily
Caught in the glare
Welcome home! welcome home!
Baby, I made it and it's all right

And I don't want it to end

Overall Meaning

The song "It's Alright" by Embodyment is an uplifting piece about living life to the fullest, overcoming obstacles, and not letting fear hold you back. The opening lines suggest a sense of pushing forward, even if it means pushing through difficult and dangerous situations. The line "make your memories long" speaks to the idea that living a full life means taking risks and making memories that will last a lifetime.

The chorus of the song is a message of hope and triumph over adversity. The singer declares that they have made it and that everything will be alright. They urge the listener to continue chasing their dreams and to not give up, no matter what obstacles they may face. The repeated line "now hear my voice" is a call to action, urging the listener to pay attention and to follow their own dreams.

The final verse of the song touches on feelings of success and accomplishment. The vultures by the window could represent the doubters and naysayers that the singer has overcome on their journey. The camera flashes and the line "caught in the glare" suggest that the singer has achieved some level of fame or notoriety, but the message of the song remains the same: it's alright, and you can make it too.

Line by Line Meaning

Push the child into the wheel
Take risks and push yourself beyond comfortable boundaries

Make your memories long
Create lasting and meaningful experiences

Take the leap into the space
Don't be afraid of the unknown; embrace new experiences

Don't look back in fear
Don't let fear hold you back from pursuing your dreams

Now here my voice
Listen closely to my message

Baby, I made it and it's all right
I've succeeded and everything is going to be okay

And I don't want it to end
I want to continue experiencing success and happiness

Chase your prize on through the grave
Pursue your goals and dreams relentlessly, even to the end of your life

Live beyond your dreams
Exceed your own expectations and live life to the fullest

Seize the day and ride the wave
Embrace the present moment and enjoy the ups and downs of life

Claim your destiny
Take control of your life and make your own path