The band comprises drummer Jared Easterling, vocalist Ryan Kirby, bassist Ryan "Tuck" O'Leary and guitarist Daniel Gailey. Easterling is the only member of the original line-up that remains in the band. They released two independent EPs entitled Fit for a King in 2008 and Awaken the Vesper in 2009. They also released one independent album, Descendants, in 2011. After the band getting signed to Solid State Records, they released four studio albums through this label: Creation/Destruction (2013), Slave to Nothing (2014), Deathgrip (2016) and Dark Skies (2018). Their upcoming sixth studio album, The Path, is set for release on September 18, 2020.
Hollow King
Fit for a King Lyrics
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You've turned away and the guilt is flowing through your veins
Now they're left for dead and you can't replace the hole that you've made
Burned by deceit
Your hollow king will meet his end
Meet your end
Your king will meet his end
I won't let hate flow through these bones
I never thought that I would end up like this
Where I'd be meeting you in the end
Standing face to face and eye to eye
With the one who took everything
Silence has taken over me
My words are lost and I'm giving in
Faithless
This is the price that you pay
You're the king of your own desctruction
Now you're caught in my web
Your God can't hear your cries
Like he ever did
You ventured out to save the one you love
You should have known
This is the price that you pay
I never thought that I would end up like this
Where I'd be trapped inside this maze
Standing face to face and eye to eye
With the man who abandoned everything
Silence has taken over me
My words are lost and I'm giving in
Silence has taken over me
My words are lost and I'm giving in
This is the sound of the end
This is the sound of the end
The lyrics to Fit For A King's song "Hollow King" are about the consequences of one's actions and the realization of the weight of guilt. The opening lines, "You've got blood on your hands, You've turned away and the guilt is flowing through your veins, Now they're left for dead and you can't replace the hole that you've made", speak about the intense guilt someone feels after realizing they have caused harm to others. The chorus, "Your hollow king will meet his end, Meet your end, Your king will meet his end", suggests that although the person may have been a powerful leader or figure in their own eyes, they will ultimately face the consequences of their actions.
The verses shift the focus to the singer, who is also facing the consequences of someone else's actions. The line "I never thought that I would end up like this, Where I'd be meeting you in the end" indicates that the singer is perhaps seeking revenge or justice against the person who wronged them. The line "Standing face to face and eye to eye, With the one who took everything" reveals the intensity of the confrontation.
The song ends with the repeated line "silence has taken over me, my words are lost and I'm giving in", suggesting that the weight of the guilt and consequences has become so heavy that there are no words left to say. The final line "this is the sound of the end" indicates that this is what it all ultimately leads to.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got blood on your hands
You are responsible for someone's death.
You've turned away and the guilt is flowing through your veins
You have ignored the consequences of your actions and the guilt is overwhelming you.
Now they're left for dead and you can't replace the hole that you've made
You have caused someone's death and their presence can never be replaced.
Burned by deceit
You have been deceived and now face the consequences.
Your hollow king will meet his end
You will face the end of your power and control.
Meet your end
You will face the consequences of your actions.
I will not wait for the flame to consume me
I will not let my negative emotions take over me and ruin me.
I won't let hate flow through these bones
I will not let hate consume me and control my actions.
I never thought that I would end up like this
I never imagined the consequences of my choices would lead me to this point.
Where I'd be meeting you in the end
I will face the person responsible for their actions.
Standing face to face and eye to eye
Facing each other without any barriers or false pretenses.
With the one who took everything
The person responsible for taking everything away.
Silence has taken over me
Unable to express emotions through words or actions.
My words are lost and I'm giving in
I am unable to express my thoughts or feelings effectively.
Faithless
Feeling abandoned or betrayed by faith or religion.
This is the price that you pay
This is the consequence of your actions or decisions.
You're the king of your own destruction
Your actions or decisions are leading to your own downfall.
Now you're caught in my web
You are now facing the consequences of your actions and the consequences of my actions.
Your God can't hear your cries
The person no longer has any hope in their faith to be saved from their consequences or pain.
Like he ever did
The person's faith in their religion has never really helped them or protected them from their suffering.
You ventured out to save the one you love
The person has taken a risk to try and save someone they care for.
You should have known
The person should have realized the consequences of their actions before taking any risks.
This is the sound of the end
This is the final conclusion or ending to the story.
Lyrics © MUSIC SERVICES, INC.
Written by: AARON KADURA, JARED EASTERLING, JUSTIN HAMRA, ROBERT BENTON LYNGE, RYAN KIRBY
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Sylvia Davila
You've got blood on your hands
You've turned away and the guilt is flowing through your veins
Now they're left for dead and you can't replace the hole that you've made
Burned by deceit
Your hollow king will meet his end
Meet your end
Your king will meet his end
I will not wait for the flame to consume me
I won't let hate flow through these bones
I never thought that I would end up like this
Where I'd be meeting you in the end
Standing face to face and eye to eye
With the one who took everything
Silence has taken over me
My words are lost and I'm giving in
Faithless
This is the price that you pay
You're the king of your own desctruction
Now you're caught in my web
Your God can't hear your cries
Like he ever did
You ventured out to save the one you love
You should have known
This is the price that you pay
I never thought that I would end up like this
Where I'd be trapped inside this maze
Standing face to face and eye to eye
With the man who abandoned everything
Silence has taken over me
My words are lost and I'm giving in
Silence has taken over me
My words are lost and I'm giving in
This is the sound of the end
This is the sound of the end
CoolDoge
I was today years old when I learned Christian Metal exists and it's beautiful
Sudo Black
How I'm feeling rn w metal
Jeremy Jones
Fit For A King is not as popular as they deserve to be! They are one of my favorite bands and I just discovered them a week ago!
WildfireRichard
Diddo
MeGa_ My3rS
I've listened to them for almost 2 years and yes they do deserve more
Mazon
+Jeremy Jones They are starring in the game Killing Floor 2 so maybe it will give em the recognition they deserve.
Justin Shepherd
+Mason - Paratica Killing Floor was how I found these guys, and I've been rocking out ever since!
Kuruk
@MeGa_ My3rS I've listened to them since 2013 - 2014
Matthew Collins
Seriously dude? This genre of music has hugely changed my life in a good way. Christian Hardcore/Metal has blessed my life. It has awakened my soul to Jesus even more.
Rick Mcelhone
God bless