Current members:
Vocals - Chad Ruhlig (Legend) (2006-2008) (rejoined since 2013)
Guitar - Jim Hocking (since 2003)
Bass - Brandon Stastny (Thick As Blood (since 2011)
Drums - Navid Naghdi (ex-ABACABB) (since 2013)
Former members:
Drums - Andrew Tkaczyk (The Ghost Inside) (2003-2011) (songwriter since 2013)
Bass - Chris Ash (2003)
Vocals - Chen BiFlakes (2003)
Vocals - Aaron Long (ex-X-Ray Of A Graveyard (2003-2004)
Bass - Pat Hahn (ex-And Hell Followed With (2004)
Bass - Josh Misch (2004)
Guitar - Chris Croll (2004-2005)
Vocals, Keyboards - Andrew Juhl (2004-2006)
Bass - Scott Sparks (ex-Legend (2005)
Guitar - Josh Dore (2005-2006)
Bass - Scott Green (2006)
Guitar - Marcus Morgan (2006-2007)
Bass/Vocals - Joe Ellis (ex-Too Pure To Die &Legend now in First Blood) (2007-2010)
Guitar - Jason Spencer (ex-From Under The Gallows now in Wilson) (2007-2008)
Vocals - Dylan Richter (ex-From Under The Gallows (2008-2013)
Guitar - Chris Cain (ex-Elysia now in Bury Your Dead) (2008-2009)
Guitar - Kalan Blehm (ex-We Were Gentlemen now in Attila) (2009-2012)
Bass - Richard Neupert (ex-We Were Gentlemen (2010) (fill-in 2011)
Bass - Jaime Cano (2010-2011)
Drums - Will Weatherly [[artist]Kill ´Em All & Horns Become Halos (2011)
Bass - Jordan McPherson (2011) (ex-Through Storms And Struggle)
Drums - Arvin Sarathy (ex-Circle The Sky) (now tech for Motionless In White (2011-2012)
Drums - Dylan Shippey (Legend (2012)
December Everyday
For the Fallen Dreams Lyrics
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And the path that we've paved.
Realize that the only thing standing between you and me,
Is the tomb and the grave.
We will rot as the sun comes up.
We will rot as the sun comes over the...
In this phase of you and me,
We will find a medium of reality, of reality.
December everyday.
We will rot as the sun comes up.
We will rot as the sun comes over the...
This is what I get for helping my friends,
And friends before family makes it a tregedy.
So what if I can protect myself from the lies,
That separates us from the outside, that separates us from the inside,
That separates us from the outside...
The lyrics to For the Fallen Dreams' song December Everyday tell a story of unresolved conflict, and the inevitability of death. The song starts by referencing "demon's eyes", which can be interpreted as the inner demons that we all face, and how they can be difficult to ignore. The path that "we've paved" refers to the choices that we make in life, and how they shape our future. It is implied that these choices can lead to conflict between individuals, specifically the singer and the person they are addressing.
The chorus repeats the line "We will rot as the sun comes up", suggesting that no matter what we do, death is an inevitable outcome. The reference to December ties in with this theme, as December often represents the end of the year and the start of a new one. This can be symbolic of the end of life and the start of whatever comes after.
The second verse touches on the idea that time is the only thing that can truly tell how things will play out. The singer seems resigned to their fate, acknowledging that they will rot no matter what they do. The line "friends before family makes it a tragedy" suggests that the singer has abandoned their family to help their friends, which has led to a negative outcome.
Overall, the lyrics to December Everyday are dark and introspective, exploring themes of conflict, death and the inevitability of our fate.
Line by Line Meaning
Recognize the lights set in front of your demon's eyes,
Take notice of the warning signs and danger that is present in the situation.
And the path that we've paved.
Acknowledge the steps taken that have led to the current circumstance.
Realize that the only thing standing between you and me,
Understand that the only obstacle preventing us from coming together is death.
Is the tomb and the grave.
Specifically, it is the end of our physical lives that separates us.
We will rot as the sun comes up.
Our eventual decay and demise is a certainty and is represented by the rising sun.
We will rot as the sun comes over the...
Continuation of our inevitable physical decay and death.
As it's time, dig the grave, show us how only time will tell.
It is time to accept death and allow the natural course of events to play out, as only time will reveal the ultimate outcome.
In this phase of you and me,
During this period of our existence together.
We will find a medium of reality, of reality.
We will discover a balance between our individual perception of reality and the actual truth of the situation.
December everyday.
The coldness, emptiness, and bleakness of December is an everyday occurrence, representing the harshness of life and the inevitability of death.
This is what I get for helping my friends,
An explanation for current unfortunate circumstances is that it is the result of helping those close to us.
And friends before family makes it a tragedy.
Prioritizing friends over family can have devastating consequences.
So what if I can protect myself from the lies,
Even if one is able to shield themselves from falsehoods and deceit,
That separates us from the outside, that separates us from the inside,
The distance between people is not only physical, but also internal, emotional, and mental.
That separates us from the outside...
Reiteration of the previous point about the barriers that exist between people.
Contributed by Kylie L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Patrick Soto
I love that unique guitar sounding. Melodic Metalcore is so fucking beautiful.
Bossa Bassa
Yes, if you like melodic stuff you should listen to underoaths first two albums ( mainly the second one cries of the past)
zakaria kherbanene
mè too that mélodic guitar make mè happy :D
Luna Marie
Even though I hardly listen to this band anymore, I still love them. They remind me of someone sososo special to me. I love and miss you so much Micheal. Rest easy baby. 3
Lone Star Lefty
Every December 1st I listen to this song...
Varkusha
and Underoath - Alone In December as well
Anthony Gonzales
Weird, it is December 1st and here I am haha bless
Adam in Real Life
@Killtrox This is my new routine.
Luis Pedroso
9 years have passed, now 25 yo I still love that sound. Things don't seem to have changed. Depression or rage, I don't know.
Jay Grizz
My tastes have changed but coming back band and era of music gives me such good vibes. Bands like this helped me through high school.