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.
White Knuckles
Five Finger Death Punch Lyrics
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Sick of being sick and tired, sick of understanding
Tired of feeling sick to my stomach
Demons inside command me
They're saying crush it, break it, smash it
Fuckin' kill 'em all!
I won't dodge another silver bullet
Just to save a little face
I want you to know, I want you to see
I want you to look beyond your own eyes
Past your afflictions
How many people really care?
How many will be standing?
I'll light the match, the flame, the fuse, the bomb
Rescue the world from slavery
I wanna torch it, burn it, scorch it, fuckin' stomp it out
Laugh as it blows away
I won't eat another rotten apple
Though I've grown to like the taste
I want you to know, I want you to see
I want you to look beyond your own eyes
Past your afflictions
I want you to hurt, want you to bleed
I want you to look beyond your own face
Past your infections
I'm taking back control with my knuckles
Taking back control with my knuckles
I'm taking back control with my knuckles
Taking back control with my knuckles
Smash it, burn it, break it, kill it
Fuck 'em all!
I want you to know, I want you to see
I want you to look beyond your own eyes
Past your afflictions
I want you to hurt, want you to bleed
I want you to look beyond your own face
Past your infections
The song "White Knuckles" by Five Finger Death Punch portrays a powerful message of taking back control and fighting against inner demons that are holding someone back. The lyrics depict frustration and exhaustion with feeling sick and tired, as well as the desire to crush, break, and kill these negative emotions. The repetition of "taking back control with my knuckles" emphasizes the need to physically and mentally fight back against the negative thoughts and feelings.
The lyrics also call for others to look beyond themselves and their own problems and see the bigger picture. The singer wants them to understand how many people truly care about others and how many will stand up for what is right. There is a sense of urgency in the line "rescue the world from slavery," implying that the fight is not just personal, but for a greater cause.
Overall, the song "White Knuckles" is about taking action, fighting back, and overcoming inner demons while inspiring others to do the same. It encourages listeners to look beyond their own problems and unite for a common cause.
Line by Line Meaning
Sick of being sick and tired, sick of understanding
Tired of constantly feeling unwell and exhausted, tired of trying to make sense of the world
Tired of feeling sick to my stomach
Sick of experiencing nausea and disgust
Demons inside command me
Negative thoughts and emotions continually control me
They're saying crush it, break it, smash it, fuckin' kill 'em all!
The negative thoughts tell me to destroy everything and everyone
Laugh as it falls away
Find joy in destruction
I won't dodge another silver bullet just to save a little face
I won't continue avoiding negative situations to protect my image
How many people really care? How many will be standing?
Wondering how many people will actually try to make a difference and help
I'll light the match, the flame, the fuse, the bomb / Rescue the world from slavery
I will start a movement to free people from the oppression of their negative thoughts
I wanna torch it, burn it, scorch it, fuckin' stomp it out / Laugh as it blows away
I want to destroy negative thoughts and find joy in doing so
I won't eat another rotten apple / Though I've grown to like the taste
I won't continue to engage in negative behaviors even though I have become accustomed to them
I want you to hurt, want you to bleed / I want you to look beyond your own face / Past your infections
I want you to experience pain and recognize that there is more to life than just yourself and your problems
I'm taking back control with my knuckles / Taking back control with my knuckles
I am regaining control of my life through physical force
Smash it, burn it, break it, kill it / Fuck 'em all!
Destroy everything and everyone who brings negativity into your life
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DARRELL ROBERTS, IVAN MOODY, JEREMY SPENCER, MATTHEW SNELL, ZOLTAN BATHROY
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@androidgear2114
How many people really care?
How many will be standing?
I'll light the match, the flame, the fuse, the bomb
Rescue the world from slavery
I wanna torch it, burn it, scorch it, fuckin' stomp it out
Laugh as it blows away
I won't eat another rotten apple
Though I've grown to like the taste
@lmfao5411
I remember buying this album when it first came out. Got in the car and popped it in the CD player. Drove so fast I got home in record time. Stayed in the car for the rest of the album. Then went inside, and put it in my home stereo and listened to it again. Headbanged the entire time.
@GaryGoat350
Wish they still had this same hatred and energy
@wolfgangnester1867
Best album they ever did
@andrewdonahue1171
Listening to it is great
@justinsmith7959
I remember popping it in the day I got wanting to just skip straight to the bleeding. Ashes started playing and that was it the CD was on repeat non stop, still to this day I listen to this album more than any of their other amazing albums! When this one came out I was going through shit and they were exactly what I needed to stay motivated. \m/
@JBly-qj2tu
Hows your neck?
@Ads-pk6lx
Still my favourite Five Finger Death Punch song
@antlbvc5445
tbh probably the only good song they ever made.
@anthonygarcia625
cough way of the fist cough
@DailyWireThirdStringer
@antl bvc Lift Me Up??