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.
Dying Breed
Five Finger Death Punch Lyrics
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I swear to god I'd do it for fun
Just a dead man walkin' with a double barrel shotgun
Ain't a single fucker left to fear
See their lips moving' but I don't wanna hear
Show down (I ain't backing down from anybody)
Throw down (If I don't get some space)
Lay down (not in this life or another)
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
Round 2!
Something you just don't wanna do
Go dancin' with the devil, unless your wearing my shoes
You got nerve, and I'll give ya that
Watch the world crumble while you sit on your ass!
Wake up (get your head together motherfucker)
Straight up (before it's too late)
Stand up (nothing ever lasts forever)
Corrupt (and that's how it's gonna stay)
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
The song "Dying Breed" by Five Finger Death Punch is a fierce and powerful track that addresses the struggles of an individual who feels like they are on the outside of society. From the opening line, the lyrics make it clear that the singer is a force to be reckoned with, stating “I swear to god I’d do it for fun, Just a dead man walking with a double barrel shotgun”. This indicates that the singer is prepared to do whatever it takes to protect themselves and their beliefs, regardless of the consequences.
Throughout the song, the theme of isolation is present, as the singer feels different from those around them. They desire honesty and something more meaningful than what they have, willing to die if they can’t achieve it. The chorus of the song “All I wanted was your honesty, Something more than this, Something more than me, Death can take me if I can't be free, I am not like you, I'm a dying breed,” is a taunt that suggests the singer is willing to die rather than conform to society's expectations.
In the second round of the song, the lyrics directly address those who sit idly by while the world caves in around them. The lyrics challenge individuals to “get your head together” and “stand up” before it's too late. This reinforces the idea that the singer is not just fighting for themselves, but for a better future for all. In general, the lyrics of “Dying Breed” suggest that the singer is a strong, individualistic person who is willing to do whatever it takes to be true to themselves and fight for what they believe in.
Line by Line Meaning
I swear to god I'd do it for fun
I would do it with pleasure
Just a dead man walkin' with a double barrel shotgun
I am ready to die and I am carrying a shotgun
Ain't a single fucker left to fear
I am not afraid of anyone
See their lips moving' but I don't wanna hear
I do not want to hear what they are saying
Show down (I ain't backing down from anybody)
I will not back down from anyone
Throw down (If I don't get some space)
I will fight for my personal space
Lay down (not in this life or another)
I will not surrender
It's a nightmare (and it's not going away)
This situation is a living nightmare and it will not go away
Something you just don't wanna do
It is something you do not want do
Go dancin' with the devil, unless your wearing my shoes
Do not take on something dangerous unless you have experience
You got nerve, and I'll give ya that
You have courage and I acknowledge it
Watch the world crumble while you sit on your ass!
You are doing nothing while the world falls apart
Wake up (get your head together motherfucker)
Get your act together
Straight up (before it's too late)
Be honest and act fast
Stand up (nothing ever lasts forever)
Stand up and take action because things do not last forever
Corrupt (and that's how it's gonna stay)
The situation is corrupt and it will remain that way
All I wanted was your honesty
I wanted you to be truthful with me
Something more than this
Something better than what we have now
Something more than me (more than me)
Something that means more than just myself
Death can take me if I can't be free
I would rather die than not be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
I am different from you, unique and rare
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: IVAN MOODY, JASON HOOK, JEREMY SPENCER, MATTHEW SNELL, THOMAS JASON GRINSTEAD, ZOLTAN BATHROY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alexandruovedenie5739
Round 1!
I swear to god I'd do it for fun
Just a dead man walkin' with a double barrel shotgun
Ain't a single fucker left to fear
See their lips moving' but I don't wanna hear
Show down (I ain't backing down from anybody)
Throw down (If I don't get some space)
Lay down (not in this life or another)
It's a nightmare (and it's not going away)
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
Round 2!
Something you just don't wanna do
Go dancin' with the devil, unless your wearing my shoes
You got nerve, and I'll give ya that
Watch the world crumble while you sit on your ass!
Wake up (get your head together motherfucker)
Straight up (before it's too late)
Stand up (nothing ever lasts forever)
Corrupt (and that's how it's gonna stay)
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
@ditonaraa
Dying Breed
Five Finger Death Punch
Round 1!
I swear to god I'd do it for fun
Just a dead man walkin' with a double barrel shotgun
Ain't a single fucker left to fear
See their lips moving' but I don't wanna hear
Show down (I ain't backing down from anybody)
Throw down (If I don't get some space)
Lay down (not in this life or another)
It's a nightmare (and it's not going away)
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
Round 2!
Something you just don't wanna do
Go dancin' with the devil, unless your wearing my shoes
You got nerve, and I'll give ya that
Watch the world crumble while you sit on your ass!
Wake up (get your head together motherfucker)
Straight up (before it's too late)
Stand up (nothing ever lasts forever)
Corrupt (and that's how it's gonna stay)
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
All I wanted was your honesty
Something more than this
Something more than me (more than me)
Death can take me if I can't be free
I am not like you, I'm a dying breed
@lancegriego9247
10 years ago I heard this song on splatterhouse 2010. Since then, Five finger death punch has been one of my favorite bands
@urielelessarmunozexzacaria2424
me too
@jackiemcbrien9607
I miss that game wish I could buy it again
@DMCShitpost
YES
@Riots703
Same
@freshislee5277
Me too!!
@ridik1255
Dying breed has been my favorite song since I first heard FFDP in my dad's garage and now im going to see them in concert in August at SC
@FOXHOUNDG4
Same story here lol
@Ya_Boi_Rubix
Lmao bro I’m pretty sure I went to the same concert as you. August concert in Spokane?
@tunahands7194
bruh I wish could see them in concert 😩