Faith No More is an American alternative metal band from San Francisco, Cal… Read Full Bio ↴Faith No More is an American alternative metal band from San Francisco, California, formed in 1979. Before settling on the current name in July 1983, the band performed under the names Sharp Young Men and later Faith No Man. Bassist Billy Gould, keyboardist/rhythm guitarist Roddy Bottum and drummer Mike Bordin are the longest-remaining members of the band, having been involved since its inception. The band underwent several early lineup changes, and some major changes later. The current lineup of Faith No More consists of Gould, Bordin, Bottum, lead guitarist Jon Hudson, and vocalist/lyricist Mike Patton.

After releasing six studio albums, including best-selling records The Real Thing (1989) and Angel Dust (1992), Faith No More officially announced its breakup on April 20, 1998. The band has since reunited, conducting The Second Coming Tour between 2009 and 2010, and releasing its seventh studio album, Sol Invictus, in May 2015. After the touring cycle of Sol Invictus, Faith No More went on hiatus once again. In November 2019, the band announced that it would reunite to embark on a 2020 UK and European tour, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this was postponed. Touring was due to recommence with a brief US tour in September 2021, followed by the previously postponed UK and Europe dates in June 2022, but all tour dates were cancelled with Patton citing mental health reasons.

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Studio albums
We Care a Lot (1985)
Introduce Yourself (1987)
The Real Thing (1989)
Angel Dust (1992)
King for a Day... Fool for a Lifetime (1995)
Album of the Year (1997)
Sol Invictus (2015)

Collision
Faith No More Lyrics

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Collision
My mission

When the dawn breaks
With a handshake
Relaxed and feelin' great

Screeching head on

I'm needing a head on

All the day's plans
All the shaking hands
Beepers and suntans

Screeching head on
I'm needing a head on

Collision
My mission

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Faith No More's song Collision suggest a sense of urgency and a determination to achieve a particular goal or mission. The song begins with the singer's acknowledgment of the dawn, symbolizing a new beginning, and shaking hands with confidence, and ease. The following lines on "screeching head on" indicates a collision, which could either be metaphoric or literal. The singer mentions all the day's plans and shaking hands, portraying the work environment, and the pressure to fulfill commitments. The mention of beepers possibly suggests the communication technology at that time, which could create an impression of a fast-paced environment.

The repetition of the phrase "I'm needing a head-on" could indicate the frustration of being unable to achieve his/her goal. However, it may also indicate a sense of determination to collide with whatever is stopping the singer from achieving his/her mission. The last line "Collision, my mission" could signify the singer is willing to face anything that comes in the way of achieving a mission, which is most likely significant and crucial to him/her.

Line by Line Meaning

Collision
Encounter or conflict between opposing forces or ideas.

My mission
Purpose or goal that I am driven to accomplish.

When the dawn breaks
At the beginning of a new day.

With a handshake
Friendly introduction or greeting.

Relaxed and feelin' great
Calm and confident.

Screeching head on
Approaching quickly and directly.

I'm needing a head on
I am seeking a direct confrontation.

All the day's plans
Agenda for the entire day.

All the shaking hands
Numerous greetings or introductions.

Beepers and suntans
Modern technology and leisure activities.

Screeching head on
Approaching quickly and directly.