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the Living''", released under [[XS Records]] in 2002, completed the band's transition to alternative/indie rock and was originally made as an industry demo meant to get the band signed to a major label.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]
Reaching Out
Embodyment Lyrics
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The industry was starving
I'll light your flame
Turn away and leave
The prize to others
I'm on way
Set me up
I'm reaching out
Make a change the masses
Live in static
I'll ring your bell
For all the times
They gave it up for nothing
I'll have my say
Set me up
Pave my way
I'm reaching out
Hear this, hear this, hear this
I want it more than love
It's golden, golden
Where the road ends up
Hold it, hold it, hold it
Savor what you taste
Don't waste it, waste it, waste it
Dare to live
Give your all,
Build your dreams,
Kill your fears
Set me up
Pave my way
I'm reaching out
In the song "Reaching Out," Embodyment speaks to the struggles of the music industry and the determination needed to succeed. The lyrics "the industry was starving" suggest that there is a lack of support for artists and that they must find their own way to succeed. The singer declares that they will "light your flame" and pave their own way to success. The chorus speaks to the desire for change and the need to break free from a life of stagnation, encouraging the listener to "dare to live" and "build your dreams."
As the song progresses, there is a sense of urgency in the lyrics. The singer wants to be heard, and they want to be successful. The line "I want it more than love" expresses this desire, suggesting that they are willing to sacrifice anything to achieve their goals. The repetition of "set me up, pave my way, I'm reaching out" emphasizes the singer's determination and willpower.
Overall, "Reaching Out" is a call-to-action for anyone who wants to succeed in a challenging industry. It speaks to the universal desire for change and encourages the listener to take risks and fight for what they want.
Line by Line Meaning
Plain as day
The reality is crystal clear
The industry was starving
The music industry was lacking innovation and creativity
I'll light your flame
I'll inspire and motivate you
Turn away and leave
Ignore distractions and focus on your goals
The prize to others
Others may have achieved success, but the real prize is personal fulfillment
I'm on way
I'm on the path to reaching my goals
Set me up
Provide the tools and opportunities to succeed
Pave my way
Clear the obstacles and make the path easier
I'm reaching out
Making an effort to connect and make a difference
Make a change the masses
Inspire and influence a large group of people
Live in static
Be stuck in a rut and not grow or progress
I'll ring your bell
I'll get your attention and make an impact on you
For all the times
Despite previous setbacks and failures
They gave it up for nothing
They gave up their dreams and aspirations without achieving anything
I'll have my say
I'll speak my truth and make my voice heard
Hear this, hear this, hear this
Pay attention to what I'm saying
I want it more than love
My desire to achieve is stronger than any romantic love
It's golden, golden
The opportunities ahead are valuable and precious
Where the road ends up
What the future holds is unknown and full of possibilities
Hold it, hold it, hold it
Treasure and savor what you have
Savor what you taste
Appreciate and enjoy the good things in life
Don't waste it, waste it, waste it
Make the most of your opportunities
Dare to live
Take chances and live life to the fullest
Give your all,
Put forth all your effort and talent
Build your dreams,
Create the life you want for yourself
Kill your fears
Overcome your inhibitions and doubts
Set me up
Provide me the resources to succeed
Pave my way
Make my path easier and more accessible
I'm reaching out
Making an effort to connect and make a difference
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