1) Based in Washington state, H.M.P. (Heavy Metal Poetry) plays 80's inspired heavy metal/thrash metal and consists of members Alex Rasmussen on vocals and guitar, Josh Deyoe on guitar, Pete Yore on bass and backing vocals, and Eric Jelsing on drums. Some of their influences include Megadeth, Metallica, Overkill, Sacred Reich, Testament, and Iced Earth. H.M.P. has shared the stage with many influential metal bands, including Iced Earth, Exodus, Overkill, Destruction, Metal Church, and Joey Belladonna of Anthrax.
Torn
H.M.P. Lyrics
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And you say that your feelings might change too
And i don't want to hear o that nonsense ringing in my ears
And i'm not gonna cry because of you
I like it when you tell me what you're thinking
I love the way you kiss when you've been drinking
I love the way we wrestle on the floor to stand up bruised
And my broken tongue and sad lips
Have nothing left to say
My tattered heart and torn parts
Are only in your way
I'd rather not feel pain than be your lover
I'd rather be your lover than your friend
I'd rather wrap these arms around your cold heart than have nothing
I'd rather be dead blind than see the end
And my broken tongue and said lips
Have nothing left to say
My tattered heart and torn parts
Will make you go away
These lyrics are from the song "Torn in 2" by H.M.P. The song talks about the complexities of a relationship and the confusion and pain associated with being torn between two options. The first verse talks about the inevitability of change and how someone's feelings can also change. The singer says that they do not want to hear any negative thoughts and they will not cry over the situation.
The second verse describes the mixed feelings the singer has towards their partner. They enjoy the way their partner communicates with them and the physical aspects of the relationship such as kissing and wrestling, but they hate the feeling of being used. The singer's heart has been broken and their tongue is unable to express their feelings. The chorus talks about the struggle of choosing between love and friendship. The singer is willing to endure pain for their lover and would rather be dead than see the end of the relationship.
Overall, the song is a bittersweet ballad about the pain and confusion of being in love when there is uncertainty about the future of the relationship. It highlights the emotional struggle of choosing between two options and the internal turmoil it can cause.
Line by Line Meaning
The season's gonna change before we know it
Time passes quickly and things change without us realizing
And you say that your feelings might change too
You're warning me that you might not feel the same way about me in the future
And i don't want to hear o that nonsense ringing in my ears
I don't want to listen to your excuses or negative thoughts
And i'm not gonna cry because of you
I won't let you hurt me to the point where I cry over you
I like it when you tell me what you're thinking
I appreciate when you're honest and open with me
I love the way you kiss when you've been drinking
Your actions when you're drunk are charming and endearing to me
I love the way we wrestle on the floor to stand up bruised
Our playful physical interactions are fun even though we get hurt
But i hate the way i wake up feeling used
I dislike feeling like you only want me for physical intimacy
And my broken tongue and sad lips
I feel unable to express myself due to emotional pain
Have nothing left to say
I'm done speaking to you about my feelings
My tattered heart and torn parts
My emotional state is worn out and broken
Are only in your way
My emotions are causing issues in our relationship
I'd rather not feel pain than be your lover
I don't want to be in a relationship that causes me pain
I'd rather be your lover than your friend
I want to have a romantic relationship with you rather than just being friends
I'd rather wrap these arms around your cold heart than have nothing
I'd rather be with you even if you're emotionally unavailable than have nothing at all
I'd rather be dead blind than see the end
I'm afraid of the relationship ending and would rather not see it coming
And my broken tongue and said lips
I still struggle to express myself due to emotional pain
Have nothing left to say
I've said everything I need to say
My tattered heart and torn parts
My broken emotional state is causing issues in the relationship
Will make you go away
My emotional state is pushing you away
Contributed by Oliver T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.