The band originally consisted of vocalist and keyboardist Ivan Moody, rhythm guitarist Zoltan Bathory, lead guitarist Caleb Andrew Bingham, bassist Matt Snell, and drummer Jeremy Spencer. Bingham was replaced by guitarist Darrell Roberts in 2006, who was then replaced by Jason Hook in 2009. Bassist Matt Snell departed from the band in 2010, and was replaced by Chris Kael in 2011. Spencer then departed the band in 2018 due to recurring back issues, and was replaced by Charlie Engen, making rhythm guitarist Bathory the only remaining founding member of the band. In October 2020, British guitarist Andy James became the band's lead guitarist, replacing Jason Hook.
Five Finger Death Punch are the recipients of the RadioContraband Rock Radio Awards for "Indie Artist of the Year" in 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014. They were also honored with the Radio Contraband Rock Radio Award for Album (American Capitalist) and Song of the Year ("Coming Down") in 2012 and "Video of the Year" for "Wrong Side of Heaven" in 2014.
To date, Five Finger Death Punch has released nine studio albums, one live album, two compilation albums, one extended play (EP), and 33 singles.
Dot Your Eyes
Five Finger Death Punch Lyrics
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My life is perfect, so you believe
Are you that stupid 'cause I strongly disagree
I'm not a martyr, more like a thief
Your rules are twisted and they don't affect me
You saw me comin', so why you runnin'
I know your kind, you're fuckin'blind
I give a shit, don't give a shit about anything
There ain't nothin' in this world for free
There's not a man, not a man I believe
Give a rat's ass what you think about me
I'll dot your I's and cross your fuckin t's (Bring it!)
You're just a trend, it's gotta end
I stand in place while you mother fuckers bend
You own a clock? Your time is up
You bottom feeders it's just time to give up
Ready to throw down, this is a showdown
You get the memo? 'Cause it's all about to go down
I know I'm twisted, I can't resist it
I give a shit, don't give a shit about anything
There ain't nothin' in this world for free
There's not a man, not a man I believe
Give a rat's ass what you think about me
I'll dot your I's and cross your fuckin t's (Bring it!)
There's nothin'in this world for me
I gave away, gave away fuckin'everything
This is the man that I'm choosing to be
I'll dot your eyes and I'll cross your fuckin'teeth (Bring it!)
Pressures building, breaking down
Suffocating 'til I drown
You know how the saying goes
It's not the size of the dog in the fight
Its the size of the fight in the dog
Bring it!
There ain't nothin' in this world for free
There's not a man, not a man I believe
Give a rat's ass what you think about me
I'll dot your I's and cross your fuckin' t's (Bring it!)
There's nothin' in this world for me
I gave away, gave away fuckin' everything
This is the man that I'm choosing to be
I'll dot your I's and I'll cross your fuckin' t's (Bring it!)
The lyrics to Five Finger Death Punch's "Dot Your Eyes" are aggressive and confrontational, focusing on a character who feels invincible and unapologetic. The opening lines suggest that the character's life is perfect, but he challenges anyone who believes this to reconsider, calling them stupid. He describes himself as a thief rather than a martyr, indicating that he doesn't see himself as a victim but rather as someone who takes what he wants. He rejects the rules of society as twisted and not affecting him.
The chorus reinforces this defiant attitude, declaring that there's nothing in this world for free and that the character doesn't believe in anyone. He doesn't care what others think about him and will cross every t and dot every i to prove his point. The second verse continues this theme of superiority, calling others blind and calling for them to give up.
The bridge of the song introduces a sense of building tension, with the character describing himself as suffocating and drowning. However, instead of giving up, he embraces the fight, calling for his opponents to bring it on. Overall, the lyrics suggest a rebellious character who refuses to be held back by societal norms and is eager to engage in conflict.
Line by Line Meaning
My life is perfect, so you believe
I have portrayed a perfect façade to the world
Are you that stupid 'cause I strongly disagree
You are foolish to believe that my life is perfect
I'm not a martyr, more like a thief
I'm not here to suffer; I'm here to take what I want
Your rules are twisted and they don't affect me
I reject your societal rules because they do not apply to me
You saw me comin', so why you runnin'
You knew I was coming, but you still try to avoid confrontation
What's the matter? Its just little old me
I'm not threatening and just want to fight
I know your kind, you're fuckin' blind
I can see through you and know what you really are
I give a shit, don't give a shit about anything
I don't care about anything except winning
There ain't nothin' in this world for free
Nothing comes for free in this world
There's not a man, not a man I believe
I don't believe in anyone but myself
Give a rat's ass what you think about me
I don't care about your opinion of me
I'll dot your I's and cross your fuckin t's (Bring it!)
I'll make sure everything is perfect and complete
You're just a trend, it's gotta end
You are just a temporary fad that will come to an end
I stand in place while you mother fuckers bend
I won't yield to societal pressure
You own a clock? Your time is up
Your time is up and you can't do anything about it
You bottom feeders it's just time to give up
You are inferior to me and should give up
Ready to throw down, this is a showdown
I'm ready to fight and win
You get the memo? 'Cause it's all about to go down
Are you aware of what is about to happen? because it's happening now
I know I'm twisted, I can't resist it
I know I am unconventional, but I can't help it
There's nothin'in this world for me
I don't value anything in this world
I gave away, gave away fuckin'everything
I have given up everything except my desire to win
This is the man that I'm choosing to be
I choose to be a fighter who doesn't care about others' opinions
Pressures building, breaking down
Pressure is building up and I am about to break
Suffocating 'til I drown
I feel like I am suffocating until I am overwhelmed
You know how the saying goes
You know the common saying
It's not the size of the dog in the fight
What matters is not the size of the fighter, but their determination
Its the size of the fight in the dog
What matters is the intensity of the fighter's willpower
Bring it!
Let's start the fight!
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: IVAN MOODY, JEREMY SPENCER, KEVIN CHURKO, THOMAS JASON GRINSTEAD, ZOLTAN BATHORY
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Terry Waddell
I'm 59 years old my 16 year old grandson turned me on to ffdp. This is one hell of a patriot fight song. Oh I'm also a Marine Vet. Love ffdp.
John
Thanks for your service
Jeff M.
👍🏻
Mark C
Semper fi brother!
ogopp
@Carl Hargis Jr I get a tear in my eye when I see a ww2 vet. And if it's at a restaurant you be damned he's gonna pay for his meal.
ogopp
Hope your still with us we need more men of caliber. Thank you for your service just shy of Nam or I would also say welcome home. I didn't serve I had wanted to was a couple parents signatures the real asvab pick what job I want the physical and swear I'm and I would have been in the navy. This was Aug of 2001. Dad decided to send me to military school instead and it changed my perspective. But this band speaks to my soul and I feel it does to other men of the same character and I'd like to think we are all cut from the same cloth.
NIGHTFOX
This song makes you feel like you can run through a concrete wall
Ели Кирилова
You found the right words for the feeling
Marjorie Stonecipher
@Godzilla already tried again felt the same
Godzilla
@Marjorie Stonecipher maybe try with “ashes” or “white knuckles”