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.
This Is Who I Am
God Forbid Lyrics
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I am the architect. We build these dreams
Something from nothing, again and again
This is unstoppable, this is unstoppable
Its how it always ends I want to start again
Breaking down, but not within. Sometimes,
I'm overwhelmed by all I see
My eyes are wide but forever, isn't faraway
I am the architect. We build these dreams
Something from nothing, again and again. This is unstoppable
Thank you for this day, one more chance to create
Its how it always ends I want to start again
Breaking down, but not within.
Sometimes, I'm overwhelmed by all I see
Broken down, but never again
My eyes are wide but forever, isn't faraway
This is who I am. This is who I am
Destiny. I bend you to my will
Can't you see, its all part of me
This is who I am I want to start again.
This is who I am it's how it always ends
Destiny. I bend you to my will
Can't you see, it's all part of me
This is who I am I want to start again
The song "This is Who I Am" by God Forbid talks about the perseverance of the human spirit and how we always have another chance to create and build something from nothing. The lyrics describe the singer as the "architect," who tirelessly builds monuments and dreams in the face of obstacles and challenges. The repetition of "this is unstoppable" emphasizes the unyielding determination that drives the singer forward despite setbacks and failures.
The chorus echoes the sentiment that even when the singer feels broken down and overwhelmed, they will never give up on their dreams. They want to start again and continue to shape their destiny. The lyrics suggest that the singer is in control and can bend their destiny to their will.
Overall, the song is an anthem for resilience and determination. It encourages listeners to keep pushing forward and never give up on their dreams, no matter how impossible they may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
We build this monument, there's only one more chance
As the architect, we must build something momentous, as there is only one chance to make an impact.
I am the architect. We build these dreams
I am the one creating and crafting these dreams into reality.
Something from nothing, again and again
Continuously creating something without any prior material or foundation.
This is unstoppable, this is unstoppable
This momentum cannot be halted or impeded.
Its how it always ends I want to start again
The final result is not ideal, and there is an urge to try again from scratch.
Breaking down, but not within.
Feeling overwhelmed, but not to the point of complete destruction.
Sometimes, I'm overwhelmed by all I see
Occasionally feeling inundated with everything in sight.
Broken Down, but never again.
Previously damaged, but not allowing it to happen again.
My eyes are wide but forever, isn't faraway
Being aware of everything around, but realizing eternity does not seem too distant.
Thank you for this day, one more chance to create
Grateful for the opportunity to create and build once again.
This is who I am. This is who I am
Embracing one's true identity and staying true to self.
Destiny. I bend you to my will
I control my fate and dictate where it goes.
Can't you see, its all part of me
Every aspect is engrained and connected to who I am.
This is who I am I want to start again.
Reiterating that starting anew is necessary to fulfill one's destiny.
This is who I am it's how it always ends
Accepting that who I am is reflected in the final outcome.
Destiny. I bend you to my will
Continuing to control fate and carve out my own path.
Can't you see, it's all part of me
Everything that happens contributes to my overall identity and self.
This is who I am I want to start again
Reiterating the desire to start anew to fulfill one's destiny and identity.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Byron Keith Davis, Corey Dana Pierce, John M Outcalt, Marlon David Coyle, Matthew Wicklund
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