FIREBRANDS the vision began as a group of revolutionary ideas, a search for truth and freedom under the surface of a straitjacket called home. While the media distract and confuse, there is incongruence, suppression and greed. What began as a question became an answer, then a journey. Seize the freedom in hand and never give up.
Musical influences come from Rage Against the Machine, Led Zep, System of a Down, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Who, Pink Floyd, Prodigy, Faith No More, Metallica and more.
Band Members:
Jachin Pousson - Drums (Louisiana, USA)
Roman Tarassov - Guitars (Moscow, RUSSIA)
doctormix - SFX, Keyboards, Turntables (SINGAPORE)
Ghost - Bass (SINGAPORE)
eXe - Lead Vocals (SINGAPORE)
Black Stripes
Firebrands Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
This is the high wire
These are the live rounds
This is the lost fire
This is one for the children born today
All the bloody screaming glory entering the fray
The battlefield of life all the saints are made of stone
This is irony in motion picture style
Renegades unafraid plead guilty with a smile
Firebrands on the stake the only way to die
Caught up in a whirlwind fiery chariots to the sky
This is the new breed
This is the new sound
This is the new feel
This is the new ground
This is the new breed
This is the new sound
This is the new feel
This is the new ground
This is one for the children born today
All the bloody screaming glory entering the fray
The battlefield of life all the saints are made of stone
Black stripes flying over the dreary we call home
This is irony in motion picture style
Renegades unafraid plead guilty with a smile
Firebrands on the stake the only way to die
Caught up in a whirlwind fiery chariots to the sky
This is the front line
This is the high wire
These are the live rounds
This is the lost fire
This is the new breed
This is the new sound
This is the new feel
This is the new ground
Black stripes
Scorching metal in my mind
Black stripes
Torching switches to the grind
Black stripes
Rippling in the wind
Black stripes
Burning under skin
Black stripes
Scorching metal in my mind
Black stripes
Torching switches to the grind
Black stripes
Rippling in the wind
Black stripes
Burning under skin
The lyrics of Firebrands' song "Black Stripes" describe the intensity of being at the forefront of a revolution. The first verse sets the scene, highlighting the danger and high stakes of the situation. The second verse speaks to the irony inherent in fighting for change, as the very ones who are unafraid and willing to be seen as renegades are often the first to be persecuted for their beliefs. The repetition of "this is the new breed/sound/feel/ground" emphasizes the idea that this is a revolutionary moment that will change everything.
The chorus, "this is one for the children born today/all the bloody screaming glory entering the fray/the battlefield of life, all the saints are made of stone/black stripes flying over the dreary we call home," speaks to the idea that this revolution is being fought for future generations, and that the struggle itself is something to be celebrated even in the midst of pain and suffering.
The repetition of "black stripes" in the bridge adds a layer of symbolism, suggesting that the struggle itself leaves a mark on those who participate in it. The final chorus brings everything together, emphasizing the urgency and intensity of the situation, and driving home the idea that this is a moment that will change everything.
Line by Line Meaning
This is the front line
The beginning of a new era, where things will change and new things will happen.
This is the high wire
Description of the risk you're taking, as though you're walking a tight rope.
These are the live rounds
Highlighting that what's happening now, is real and happening live, not just practice.
This is the lost fire
The fire that was previously your motivation and drive is now lost, but there is a hope to find it again.
This is one for the children born today
This song is an anthem for the new generation, who will change the future.
All the bloody screaming glory entering the fray
The pain and sacrifice of the previous generation is the motivation and energy for the new generation to enter the new world.
The battlefield of life all the saints are made of stone
Life is a fight, and the strongest and most determined will become saints (leaders), even if they seem like just stone at first glance.
Black stripes flying over the dreary we call home
There is a sadness, or darkness that covers over the place that is our home, but some people (the new generation) carry hope and change above that sadness.
This is irony in motion picture style
The situation is so ironic that it feels like it should be in a movie.
Renegades unafraid plead guilty with a smile
People who don't follow the rules or break them are proud of their choices, and don't fear the consequences no matter what.
Firebrands on the stake the only way to die
The only way to truly live and fight for a cause is to be unapologetically yourself, even if it means that people might not like you.
Caught up in a whirlwind fiery chariots to the sky
Metaphorically the people who fight for their beliefs will be caught up in a whirlwind, and they might enter heaven faster because of their sacrifice.
This is the new breed
The new generation of people who can change society's mindset.
This is the new sound
The new engagement of people towards changing society is a whole different sound, that is louder and clearer.
This is the new feel
The new feeling that is brought to this movement is something that people have never felt before.
This is the new ground
It is a completely new field for people to work on, but one that they are excited to change.
Black stripes
This line is repeated to draw emphasis to the idea of black stripes, which represent the pain and the sacrifices people need to make for change.
Scorching metal in my mind
The feeling of the need for this change is so strong, that it's as though metal is heated up within your mind.
Torching switches to the grind
The feeling of needing change is burning and shooting out like flames.
Rippling in the wind
A consistent and strong desire for change is moving and shaking the world.
Burning under skin
The need for change is something that consumes and lives within.
Contributed by Isabella Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
TunnelVision2
You guys are good! I'm gonna be there at your concert today at IIT Madras, and I know its way too late. But could you please, please play RATM? They just rock! Looking forward to tonight!
metalandanimeyes
I like your sound.
tinodrums
did u inspire from Ashes in the fall from Ratm ? like for the verse ?
TimonSuricata
BooOOoOo