It’s been said that when one thing ends, another begins. Well, in the case … Read Full Bio ↴It’s been said that when one thing ends, another begins. Well, in the case of Los Angeles/ New York-based hard rock quartet FOR THE TAKING, two things had to end. First, swaggering frontman Toryn Green’s time as lead vocalist for multi-platinum rockers FUEL and later, Finnish Goth rock outfit APOCALYPTICA , had to conclude. Then, Long Island hard rockers A FAREWELL FIRE needed a new direction and once united with AFF’s guitarist Eddie Raccioppi, bassist Mike Zagel, and drummer Ray Rossler, FOR THE TAKING was born.

Inspired by the likes of ALICE IN CHAINS and TOOL, FOR THE TAKING fashion infectious, melodic hard rock that would remind one of BREAKING BENJAMIN or early STONE TEMPLE PILOTS, all punctuated by Green’s distinctive vocal delivery, which he’d became known for during his years with FUEL. FOR THE TAKING possess an emotive, innovative style that’s bound to inspire a larger shift towards originality amid a genre that’s overrun with uniformity.

FOR THE TAKING’s powerful sound first started taking shape after Green began working on material with Brian Vodinh of 10 YEARS, material that will serve as the foundation upon which FOR THE TAKING’s debut will be built.

“It’s a new sound,” Green explains of the songs he’s been recording with FOR THE TAKING. “I think a lot of times, it’s a weird thing to have a modern sound and yet, maintain a sound that is completely original. With us, we’ve got a lot of the elements of what a modern sound would be, but with my voice it still has its own feel to it.”

Band members

Toryn Green - Vocals
Eddie Raccioppi - Guitar/BG vocals
Ray Rossler - Drums
Mike Zagel - Guitar
Joe Meyer - Bass

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Angel
For The Taking Lyrics

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Ever unsorted vows
I wanted to be more than a dream
You're all I know
Still a burning "how?"
A man that's so weak
Could capture your gaze?

I wanted to see all that you are

I wanted to breathe

Angel
Forgive my ways
As I fall
Take me in your darkened embrace
I love all that you are
I give my heart
To make this world fade away

Ever the haunting hours
The visions too deep
Mistakes living on
You take it all
Passed the trials of life
Passed temptations door
Still hating her game

I want you to see all that we are
I need us to be

Angel
Forgive my ways
As I fall
Take me in your darkened embrace
I love all that you are
I give my heart
To make this world fade away

Pain - I caused it all
(Love burns through)
Faith - a world grown cold
Games - no longer played
(Don't deserve you)
There's no words to say how this feels
Angel
Take it all
End this darkest of days
I love all that you are

I give my heart to make this world fade away
I give you all

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to For The Taking's song "Angel" tell a story of a person who deeply loves and admires someone they refer to as their angel. The first verse describes the singer’s admiration for this person despite their own weaknesses. The second verse mentions past mistakes and trials, but the singer still wants the angel to see them for who they are and wants them to have a future together.

The chorus expresses the singer's strong feelings for the angel, including an apology for their own imperfections and a plea to be taken into the angel's embrace. The second verse touches on themes of pain, faith, and the end of games as the singer realizes they do not deserve the angel's love. In the end, the singer gives their heart to the angel in hopes of escaping from the harsh realities of the world.

Overall, the song is a passionate declaration of love and a desire to be with someone special. The lyrics evoke feelings of longing, admiration, and unworthiness while still conveying a sense of hope and devotion.

Line by Line Meaning

Ever unsorted vows
I have made promises that I cannot keep or fulfill.

I wanted to be more than a dream
I wished to be tangible and exist in reality.

You're all I know
Out of everything in the world, you are the only thing that I truly understand and recognize.

Still a burning 'how?'
Despite all my understanding of you, I am still perplexed about how you could be with someone like me.

A man that's so weak Could capture your gaze?
I am amazed that someone as feeble and inadequate as myself could capture your attention or affection.

I wanted to see all that you are
I long to understand every aspect and quality of your being.

I wanted to breathe
I needed to experience you in a way that was essential to my very existence.

Angel Forgive my ways As I fall Take me in your darkened embrace I love all that you are I give my heart To make this world fade away
Despite my flaws and missteps, I plead for your mercy and acceptance as I surrender myself to you. I am devoted to you and want to escape the pain and darkness of this world with you.

Ever the haunting hours The visions too deep Mistakes living on You take it all Passed the trials of life Passed temptations door Still hating her game
I am haunted by the past and the consequences of my actions. Yet, despite overcoming challenges and choosing the right path, I am still struggling with inner turmoil and resentment towards others.

I want you to see all that we are I need us to be
I desire for us to be seen and understood as a couple who complements and enhances each other's existence.

Pain - I caused it all (Love burns through) Faith - a world grown cold Games - no longer played (Don't deserve you) There's no words to say how this feels
I take responsibility for the hurt I have caused, and I am deeply sorry. However, my love for you is resilient and endures the trials of a world where games and faith are forgotten. Words cannot express the intensity of my emotions.

Angel Take it all End this darkest of days I love all that you are I give my heart to make this world fade away I give you all
I implore you to hold me close and absorb all that I am, as we overcome the challenges of this dark world together. My devotion to you is absolute, and I willingly give you my heart and soul.

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