After a few late night studio sessions, Ivan and Stevens realized they had something special. They soon began assembling the musical ensemble that would help make their vision become to reality.
The two visionaries did not have to look far to find Chris “Crispy” Binns of Motograter to handle the precision drumming requirements for the project. Being a seasoned veteran, Crispy brings an infectious drive to the material along with an impeccable meter.
Soon after, the band enlisted, Brett “Wingnut” Davis to take on the electronics, programming and keyboards. Wingnut was a natural choice and immediate fit with his prior experience, musical sense and his use of cutting edge technology.
The final addition was Mike “Mikey” McLaughlin on bass and bass synth detail. Along with his unique use of effects on bass, Mikey also brought his years of touring and business sense to help round out the project.
The band recently completed its first self-titled CD, which was engineered and co-produced by Pete Murray (Lo-Pro/Ultraspank).
“This is the most positive musical experience I have ever been a part of,” says Ivan. ”There is so much excitement about what we are creating. I can’t wait for everyone else to hear this…”
While being influenced by sounds of NINE INCH NAILS, THE CURE, PINK FLOYD, ALICE IN CHAINS, TOOL and MINISTRY, Ghost Machine has managed to paint its own portrait of an electronic emotionally rich landscape while still capturing the edge and raw energy that is heavy rock.
God Forbid
Ghost Machine Lyrics
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Now things have changed and I'm not the same
Everything clear slowly fading
God forbid, you should have to see things my way
God forbid, you should feel the same
God forbid, you should never walk in my shows
God forbid, you should never know my name
Lines on my face scars on my soul
Running in place getting older
Everyone's fake and nothing is real
If this is a game I surrender
God forbid you should have to see things my way
God forbid you should feel the same
God forbid you should never walk in my shows
God forbid you should never know hate
You will never know, you could never know
Lost here with you, lost here without you
God forbid, you should have to see things my way
God forbid you should feel the same
God forbid you should never walk in my shoes
God forbid you should never know
You should never know the pain
The pain
The lyrics to Ghost Machine's song God Forbid describe a sense of disillusionment and isolation. The singer acknowledges that there was a time when they were optimistic about the future, but now they feel like everything around them is slowly fading away. The singer expresses a sense of bitterness towards others who might not understand what they're going through, such as the pain they've experienced or the emotional burdens they carry. However, despite their bitterness, the singer also seems resigned to their situation, acknowledging that they're getting older and that everything around them seems fake and unreal. Overall, the song conveys a sense of despair and loneliness, as the singer struggles to come to terms with their own internal struggles.
One of the interesting facts about God Forbid is that the band Ghost Machine was formed in the aftermath of the breakup of Dope, with members Edsel Dope and Virus going on to form the new band. Another interesting fact is that the song was released as a single in 2005, and was included on the soundtrack to the video game Shadow the Hedgehog. In addition, the song's music video features footage from the game.
Another interesting fact is that God Forbid was one of the first songs that Ghost Machine wrote together as a new band. According to an interview with Edsel Dope, the band had only been rehearsing for a few days when they came up with the song. The lyrics were also apparently inspired by personal experiences of the band members, particularly Edsel Dope's struggles with addiction and depression.
Line by Line Meaning
There was a time when I could believe the future was bright and unjaded
In the past, I had faith in an optimistic future.
Now things have changed and I'm not the same
Unfortunately, now I am different than before.
Everything clear slowly fading
All that was once lucid is gradually becoming obscure.
God forbid, you should have to see things my way
May you never experience or comprehend my perspective.
God forbid, you should feel the same
I wouldn't wish my emotions on anybody else.
God forbid, you should never walk in my shows
I wish you never have to endure what I am going through.
God forbid, you should never know my name
I don't want anyone to be familiar with me or my predicament.
You will never know, you could never know the pain
The misery I bear is unimaginable, so I wouldn't want you to grasp it.
Lines on my face scars on my soul
My physical and emotional anguish has left me wounded.
Running in place getting older
I'm stagnant but at the same time deteriorating.
Everyone's fake and nothing is real
People are insincere and the world around me feels fabricated.
If this is a game I surrender
If life is a contest, then I give up.
God forbid you should never know hate
I don't wish for you to experience the hatred that has consumed me.
Lost here with you, lost here without you
Whether I'm with or without you, I'm still lost and alone.
God forbid you should never know
It would be best if you never knew.
You should never know the pain
You shouldn't experience the pain that I'm going through.
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@donholbert7986
There was a time when i could believe the future was bright and unjaded
Now things have changed and im not the same
everything clear slowly fading
God forbid, you should have to see things my way
God forbid, you should feel the same
God forbid, you should never walk in my shoes
God forbid, you should never know my name
You will never know, you could never know the pain
Lines on my face scars on my soul
Running in place getting older
Everyones fake and nothing is real
If this is a game I surrender
God forbid you should have to see things my way
God forbid you should feel the same
God forbid you should never walk in my shoes
God forbid you should never know hate
You will never know, you could never know
Lost here with you, lost here without you
God forbid, you should have to see things my way
God forbid you should feel the same
God forbid you should never walk in my shoes
God forbid you should never know
You should never know the pain
The pain
@jarongarland9446
What I love about Ivan is, he can scream like a monster, and sing like a fucking ANGEL.
@Goodbye-od1le
I have to fucking agree he help me through my 11th grade year of high school I was depressed. And was thinking of dropping out. I graduated in 2018. I didn't now he was in 3 bands but now I do.
@jacobboyd6667
So true👊🤟
@AlexHudsonMustang
Oh yeah... 🖤
@Lface8
My sister bought Hypersensitive for me on our Birthday. I love her for it. This is by far one of my favorite CDs. Ivan Moody is one of, if not the most underrated vocalists of this era. Motorgrater, Ghost Machine, or 5FDP, I love him. I do hope he does another Ghost Machine CD soon. Until then, this CD, the entire thing, is my anthem.
@cabman2324
He is very underrated!
@donholbert7986
There was a time when i could believe the future was bright and unjaded
Now things have changed and im not the same
everything clear slowly fading
God forbid, you should have to see things my way
God forbid, you should feel the same
God forbid, you should never walk in my shoes
God forbid, you should never know my name
You will never know, you could never know the pain
Lines on my face scars on my soul
Running in place getting older
Everyones fake and nothing is real
If this is a game I surrender
God forbid you should have to see things my way
God forbid you should feel the same
God forbid you should never walk in my shoes
God forbid you should never know hate
You will never know, you could never know
Lost here with you, lost here without you
God forbid, you should have to see things my way
God forbid you should feel the same
God forbid you should never walk in my shoes
God forbid you should never know
You should never know the pain
The pain
@steamedauroraborealis8208
Walk in my shoes* not shows. I find it hard to believe this was posted two years ago without being corrected. This is the internet. The internet isn't doing its job.
@digitalbladeca
Wow, loving it. I like Ivan Moody's vocals, he is a really diverse singer and he sounds good in either Motograter, Five Finger Death Punch, or Ghost Machine. This sounds a lot like 10 Years, another underrated band that deserves much more.
@HToWnRePPiiN
I've been listening to Ivan ever since the beginning! The very first band he was in Toiz then he was with Black Blood Orchestra, Ghost Machine, Motograter, 5fdp.. The man is a legend! Great success story.