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)
Lights
For the Fallen Dreams Lyrics
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Never got the chance to say good bye
I wish I were there to change the things that happened that night
I never got the chance to say good bye
I'd give anything and change the world to see you one last time
You lived your life with no regrets
You were my brother, and you'll always be a friend to me
I'll never forget that, and I'll never forget you
Now who will take your place, nobody can replace what a friend you were to me
I just feel empty, without the light that you brought into our houses
I never thought I'd see the light leave your eyes
Never got the chance to say good bye
I wish I were there to change the things that happened that night
I never got the chance to say good bye
I'd give anything and change the world to see you one last time
You wouldn't have wanted to leave any other way but black and white
I will never forget
You were a brother, and you were always a friend to me
Do you remember all the nights where we would laugh til the sun came up?
I'll never forget that
I'll never forget you
Now who will take your place, nobody can replace what a friend you were to me
I just feel empty without the light that you brought into our lives
The lyrics of For the Fallen Dreams' song "Lights" speak about the pain of losing a friend, the regret of not being able to say goodbye, and the memories that remain. The use of the metaphor of "light" leaving one's eyes refers to the loss of life, which is a common theme in the song. Despite the sadness of the situation, there is also a celebration of the friendship that existed, with memories of laughter and good times shared together. The lyrics also express a sense of emptiness and loss that is felt when someone close to you passes away.
The song is a tribute to the band's former guitarist, Jim Hocking, who passed away in 2005. The lyrics were written by the band's vocalist, Dylan Richter, who was a close friend of Jim. The song was included on the band's debut album, "Changes", which was released in 2008.
Line by Line Meaning
I never thought I'd see the light leave your eyes
I was shocked to see you pass away
Never got the chance to say good bye
I wish I could have bid you farewell
I wish I were there to change the things that happened that night
If only I could alter the tragic events that occurred
I'd give anything and change the world to see you one last time
I would do anything to have one more chance to be with you
You lived your life with no regrets
You lived your life to the fullest without lamenting about your actions
You were my brother, and you'll always be a friend to me
You were not only my sibling but also a trusted companion
Do you remember all the nights where we would laugh til the sun came up?
Do you reminisce about the moments we shared, feeling jubilant till dawn?
I'll never forget that, and I'll never forget you
Your memory will always stay etched in my mind
Nobody can replace what a friend you were to me
No one can fill the void you left as a friend
I just feel empty, without the light that you brought into our houses
I feel a void in our homes where your warmth and presence once brightened it up
You wouldn't have wanted to leave any other way but black and white
I know you preferred to be straightforward and unapologetic about the truth
Lyrics © TUNECORE INC
Written by: DYLAN RICHTER, JAMES HOCKING, KALAN BLEHM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
pj mcd0
I listen to this song so much. I've lost a bunch of friends of mine, this song resonates with me and I can never listen to it without tears. Rip guys, and to any of you who have lost people suddenly. Stay strong everyone, make them proud
Jacob Riley
anyone that has been a fan of FTFD at any point can appreciate this album, well done guys
Osmar Rodriguez
This song hits me so hard due to recent events. The lyrics are just so honest and emotional.
RIP Jimmy.
pj mcd0
In the past few years I've lost so many people. This hits. Always love FTFD.
ConfusingIceCone
Favorite song of the album. The lyrics are just beautiful :')
Michael Suddya
First I did not listen properly to lyrics, just admired the composition.
And then I found the lyrics and actually followed through the song.
Gosh, these are absolutely heartbreaking words.
FTFD touched my soul
Gianluca Marchese
It's awesome to see how Chad do this song live.
He puts all his heart when it comes, no wait THEY put all their hearts in this song.
Randy Butternubs
a lot of people can relate to these lyrics. sucks losing someone. but we never forget them
John Buehler
This was one of the songs they played on the Senses Fail tour. Great to finally hear it in this form now.
Matt Jensen
This song keeps me going everytime I lose someone close to me, greatest sad song ever