With the release of Serpentine two years later, the band would build on the work they did with Jade, adding a slightly more up tempo, less depressing sound. After the release of Serpentine, Stefanie Duchêne had to leave the band. Her pregnancy was incompatible with the high sights of the band. She is currently working on her solo career. Their current vocalist is Helen Vogt. With a sound similar to that of Serpentine, and Vogt's vocal similarities with Stefanie Duchêne's vocals, the band released their 5th studio album, Razorbliss.
On October 20, 2004, just seven months after the release of "Razorbliss", two founding members of Flowing Tears, Björn Lorson and Cristian Zimmer, died in a car accident.
Exactly 4 years after the accident, on October 20, 2008 they released their sixth studio album, titled Thy Kingdom Gone. It is a concept album containing 12 songs, along with artwork made by Seth Siro Anton, who is known for doing artwork with Moonspell, Soilwork, and Paradise Lost.
Final line-up
* Helen Vogt - Vocals (2004-2014)
* Benjamin Buss - Guitars, programming, keyboards (1994-2014)
* David Vogt - Bass guitar (2007-2014)
* Stefen Gemballa - Drums (2002-2014)
Former members
* Lena Fischer - Keyboards (1994-c. 1995)
* Björn Lorson - Guitar (1994-2004) RIP
* Manfred Bersin - Vocals (1994-1996); Guitar (1996-c. 1999)
* Cristian Zimmer - Drums (1994-1997) RIP
* Stefanie Duchêne - Vocals (1998-2004)
* Eric Hilt - Drums (1998-2000)
* Mike Voltz - Keyboard (2000)
* Frédéric Lesny - Bass (1996-2007)
Believe
Flowing Tears Lyrics
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A broken girl in neon rain
The next in line, drink acid rain
Tickle spiders when they crawl
So testify a murder's game
The devil's mark on sister's name
Keep your bird in a silver cage
Believe we will walk again
Believe there's a stronger flame
No regret if we would fall
(recall - together we follow)
Go carry the word!
The end of fright, a Never land
Step back and wait for punishment
They cut your hair on Friday night
Feed the serpents on the run
Take a walk unseen by man
Illuminate the moon again
Close your eyes and count to ten
Pull the trigger of a gun
Believe we will walk again
Believe there's a stronger flame
No regret if we would fall
(recall - together we follow)
Go carry the word to the world!
Poisoned be our water
Poisoned be our wine
And if the fire steps between us
Hairy spiders by my side
Paradise forever - is that all you have in plan?
And if the spotlight turns towards you
Would you stay until the end?
The lyrics of Flowing Tears's song "Believe" describe a broken world, where the end of light and the beginning of darkness is imminent. The opening lines, "The end of light, a snow white blame, a broken girl in neon rain," describe a dystopian world where darkness has taken over, and everything is falling apart. The imagery of a broken girl in neon rain suggests that even in a world dominated by darkness, there are still some who hold on to hope.
The next lines, "The next in line, drink acid rain, Tickle spiders when they crawl," suggest that even in this broken world, people have become desensitized to the horrors around them. The act of drinking acid rain signifies that even the most basic resources have become polluted, and people must resort to such extreme measures. The line "Tickle spiders when they crawl" implies that people have become indifferent to the dangers around them, even to the point of making a game of it.
The chorus of the song, "Believe we will walk again, believe there's a stronger flame, no regret if we would fall, recall - together we follow, go carry the word!" is a call to action for the broken people of this world. It tells them to hold on to hope, to believe that there is still a chance for a better future, and to work towards making it a reality.
Line by Line Meaning
The end of light, a snow white blame
A time of darkness and sadness, where blame is assigned and innocence is lost like a pure white snow turning black.
A broken girl in neon rain
A vulnerable girl, shattered by circumstances beyond her control, standing out in the crowd like neon in the rain.
The next in line, drink acid rain
Those waiting in line for whatever fate has in store, suffer a bitter, harsh existence like drinking acid rain.
Tickle spiders when they crawl
Even in the midst of fear, one has the ability to find a way to play and feel free.
So testify a murder's game
A challenge to bear witness to the violence and wrongdoing of the world.
The devil's mark on sister's name
The branding and demonizing of innocent people.
Keep your bird in a silver cage
Sometimes people try to protect what they love most, only to suffocate it.
Close your eyes until you fall
Sometimes it's easier to just close your eyes to the world than face its challenges.
Believe we will walk again
Hope that there will be a brighter future, and that there will be a way to walk free again.
Believe there's a stronger flame
Belief in a power and energy that can help overcome obstacles.
No regret if we would fall
Even if we fall, we shouldn't have any regrets.
(recall - together we follow)
Remembering that we are not alone, and that we can follow each other towards better times.
Go carry the word to the world!
A call to action to spread the messages of hope and unity.
The end of fright, a Never land
An end to fear and uncertainty, and a hope for a magical, carefree existence like in Neverland.
Step back and wait for punishment
Feeling powerless and waiting for consequences to catch up.
They cut your hair on Friday night
A traumatic experience, where others take a part of you away without your consent.
Feed the serpents on the run
Sacrificing oneself to benefit those who are deceitful and dangerous.
Take a walk unseen by man
Finding a moment of solitude and freedom from the pressures of society.
Illuminate the moon again
Brightening a symbol of hope in the sky.
Close your eyes and count to ten
Taking a moment to regroup and calm oneself before making a difficult decision.
Pull the trigger of a gun
Making a choice that can never be undone and will change everything.
Poisoned be our water
A harsh reality where even basic needs like water can be tainted.
Poisoned be our wine
Not even a symbol of luxury and celebration is safe from tainting.
And if the fire steps between us
If a crisis or obstacle comes between us.
Hairy spiders by my side
Finding comfort and companionship even in the darkest of situations.
Paradise forever - is that all you have in plan?
Questioning whether there is more to life than just a fantasy of paradise.
And if the spotlight turns towards you
If you become the center of attention or scrutiny.
Would you stay until the end?
Would you be brave enough to face it all and stay true to yourself?
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Philip Meckseper, Sjoerd Janssen, Thomas Wesley, Wouter Janssen
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