1) melodic metalcore ban… Read Full Bio ↴God Forbid is the name of more than one artist:
1) melodic metalcore band
2) ambient electronic
1) God Forbid was a melodic metalcore band from New Brunswick, New Jersey that was formed in 1998. Their style is different than the styles presented by other, popular metalcore bands: God Forbid's influences are deep-rooted in thrash metal. Building up a following in the late 1990s by touring with bands such as Cradle of Filth, Nile, and Candiria, their first full album Reject the Sickness was released by 9 Volt Records in 1999. This album received heavy rotation from WSOU-FM in the New York City area, and the band was subsequently signed to Century Media Records, releasing the album Determination in 2001. They played on the MTV2 Headbanger's Ball tour with Killswitch Engage, Shadows Fall, and Lamb of God. In 2004, they released Gone Forever, which helped increase their status considerably. They supported Machine Head along with Caliban in Nov/Dec of 2004 in the UK. The next year, they released IV: Constitution of Treason, a concept album about the end of the world. In 2005-2006 they supported Trivium on their UK tour along with Mendeed & Bloodsimple.
In 2009, they released a brand-new album, Earthsblood. To promote this album, they went on a tour with August Burns Red, DevilDriver and Anthrax.
Precious Lie
God Forbid Lyrics
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Upon me, what do I seek
The horror of what has become
The touch of your hand
She was the precious lie
I always dreamed of
The power behind your eyes
Makes me believe
My faith in you
Can do no wrong
I would crash the gates of hell
Is this where I belong
?
The song "Precious Lie" by God Forbid talks about the struggles that one goes through in life, feeling like the weight of the world is upon them. The opening lines describe the horror of what has become and the singer's search for comfort and support. The touch of the (presumably a lover's) hand here signifies the need for the comfort and support.
The singer then talks about the person he had been seeing, who he refers to as a "precious lie." He had always dreamed of this person and had taken his lust towards her and transformed it into love. The power behind her eyes convinces him that his faith in her is unshakeable and that she can do no wrong.
Towards the end of the song, the singer is left wondering whether all of this is where he belongs - in the cycle of pain and struggle. The lyrics suggest a deep sense of self-doubt and questioning, and it deals with the universal themes of love, heartbreak, and self-doubt, making it relatable to all.
Line by Line Meaning
The weight of the world
I feel burdened by the struggles of life
Upon me, what do I seek
I am searching for a solution to my troubles
The horror of what has become
I am horrified by the way things have turned out
The touch of your hand
Your touch brings me comfort
She was the precious lie
I thought she was perfect, but it was just an illusion
I always dreamed of
I fantasized about her being my perfect partner
Took lust into love
I mistook my sexual desire for true love
The power behind your eyes
Your gaze is captivating and intense
Makes me believe
It gives me faith and hope
My faith in you
I trust you completely
Can do no wrong
I believe you are infallible
I would crash the gates of hell
I would do anything for you, even face the worst possible danger
Is this where I belong
Am I meant to be with you despite the risks and challenges?
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