Half Me's sound blends modern metal and hardcore with elements of 90s nu metal, characterized by pounding riffs, intense breakdowns, and a mixture of aggressive and refined vocals.
The band's breakthrough came in May 2021 with the single Exitwound, which featured Jack Bergin from Void of Vision. The track garnered significant attention, landing the band in KNOTFEST’s “Countdown to Oblivion,” which helped propel them into the spotlight.
In February 2023, they released their debut album Soma via Arising Empire, with standout tracks that explore dark and introspective themes. The track Blacklight delves into the concept of losing control, inspired by true crime stories and characters like Michael Myers and Fritz Honka. Another track, I Am But A Guest In Exile, portrays a protagonist spiraling into paranoia and delusion, questioning their own reality while suffering from sleep deprivation and schizophrenic episodes.
Following the album's release, Half Me embarked on a European tour, playing high-profile festivals like Wacken Open Air. They were also nominated for the Heavy Music Awards.
Around 2023, the band's lineup shifted when guitarist Julius Jansen departed from the band, and Silvan Petersen filled his role. This change influenced their songwriting, as they moved away from a polished sound, opting for a more raw and organic feel in line with the new themes they were exploring.
In September 2024, Half Me released the EP titled Opium. They are also planning to release a second part to the EP in early 2025. Thematically, this follow-up will connect with the original Opium release, and recording sessions are scheduled after their upcoming U.S. tour.
Half Me
Half Me Lyrics
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is there something more beyond what I can see?
stay with me through this, stay with me
a terror that lives and breathes, a whisper behind my teeth
those who mean the most have turned their back on me
but this time I‘m not taking the blamea devil on a chain bearing control over me
reality is slipping away
why don’t you feel the same?
haunting, sew my eyes and stitch them shut
drowning, there’s no hand to pull me up
you are the gift that keeps on giving
i am the burden that keeps on living
a ghost condemned to give in
i feel a part of me is missing
i can’t relate anymore, suffering behind closed doors
everything revolves around the fact i’m not the person that i used to be
giving it up to let the silent speak; this is another half of me
pulling my strings, awake in my sleep
is this all a dream?
the terror that lives and breathes
the whisper behind my teeth
let me sleep, let me sleep
the sour taste of you still lays underneath
my tongue spoils a pure, perfect taste of what it used to be
you are the gift that keeps on giving
i am the burden that keeps on living
a ghost condemned to give in
i feel a part of me is missing
is there something more?
is there something more beyond what I can see?
stay with me through this, stay with me
The lyrics to Half Me's song "Half Me" depict a sense of inner struggle and questioning, as the singer grapples with the idea of something more beyond what is visible and seeks connection and support from someone else. The opening lines, "Is there something more? Is there something more beyond what I can see?" suggest a yearning for a deeper understanding or meaning in life.
The lyrics also convey a feeling of abandonment and betrayal, as the singer expresses that those who once meant the most have turned their backs on them. This rejection and isolation contribute to a sense of insecurity and question of self-worth. However, the singer asserts that this time they are not taking the blame, implying a desire to reclaim control over their own life.
The imagery of haunting, sewing eyes shut, and drowning all metaphorically represent the suffocating and overwhelming emotions the singer experiences. They feel trapped in a cycle of pain and struggle, with no one there to help lift them up or guide them through it.
The refrain of being the burden that keeps on living and feeling like a ghost condemned to give in suggests a deep sense of guilt and a feeling of being disconnected from their own identity. The line "I feel a part of me is missing" highlights a longing to reconcile this inner turmoil and find wholeness once again.
Overall, the lyrics of "Half Me" delve into themes of longing for something more, feelings of abandonment, inner struggle, and the search for connection and purpose in the midst of pain and isolation.
Line by Line Meaning
is there something more?
Is there a deeper meaning or purpose in life?
is there something more beyond what I can see?
Is there a greater reality or truth that exists beyond my perception?
stay with me through this, stay with me
Please support and accompany me during my struggles and hardships
a terror that lives and breathes, a whisper behind my teeth
Anxiety and fear that constantly haunt and torment me internally
those who mean the most have turned their back on me
The people I care about the most have abandoned and rejected me
but this time I'm not taking the blame
I refuse to accept responsibility for things that are not my fault
a devil on a chain bearing control over me
An overwhelming force or influence that manipulates and controls my actions
reality is slipping away
I feel disconnected from the real world and losing touch with what is true
why don't you feel the same?
Why don't you empathize or understand my feelings?
haunting, sew my eyes and stitch them shut
Feeling haunted and unable to see the truth or reality clearly
drowning, there's no hand to pull me up
Feeling overwhelmed and helpless, with no one to offer assistance
you are the gift that keeps on giving
You bring joy and happiness into my life
i am the burden that keeps on living
I feel like a heavy burden that continues to exist
a ghost condemned to give in
A spirit feeling trapped and compelled to surrender
i feel a part of me is missing
I sense a void or emptiness within myself
i can't relate anymore, suffering behind closed doors
I have lost the ability to connect with others and endure pain silently
everything revolves around the fact i'm not the person that i used to be
My entire life is centered around the fact that I have changed and no longer resemble my past self
giving it up to let the silent speak; this is another half of me
Allowing my silent emotions and experiences to take control; revealing another aspect of my identity
pulling my strings, awake in my sleep
Feeling manipulated and controlled even in my dreams or subconscious
is this all a dream?
Is my current reality just an illusion or figment of my imagination?
let me sleep, let me sleep
I wish to escape from my struggles and find solace in sleep
the sour taste of you still lays underneath
The negative impact of a past relationship or experience still lingers
my tongue spoils a pure, perfect taste of what it used to be
My ability to enjoy and appreciate the beauty of life has been tainted
is there something more?
Is there a deeper meaning or purpose in life?
is there something more beyond what I can see?
Is there a greater reality or truth that exists beyond my perception?
stay with me through this, stay with me
Please support and accompany me during my struggles and hardships
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@HalfMe
Thank you all so much for watching, it truly means the world!! Definitely went for a different sound with this one, we hope you like it as much as we do 🖤
@FTBREACTS
This is a Banger! Keep it up..
@kotyara2733
It must be the best "soft" song from all of the core scene, keep it up, guys, you're the best in music. Cheers from 🇷🇺
@FuCkInGWhItEcHaPeL
You guys are incredible, please keep it up! Some of the best production around; the instrumentals feel so real, it’s as if you’re hearing it live. Awesome tones, soul-shredding vocals, great energy. It’s also amazing how well the drums flow because the way they’re written is super unpredictable. My man could put blast beats on a piece of toast if he wanted to. Please come to the US! Cheers guys, love ya ❤️🤘
@lyrianxrofficial
Love you guys! Keep killing these tracks. More are listening than you know. We just quiet like. Lol
@getoffyourkneess
This one's special
@frontieresband683
Amazing track, vocals are insane and the breakdown is PERFECT 🖤🖤🖤
@vianova.berlin
yo someone be cutting onions in here 😪
@Glintingbeetle
This hits deep! Definitely didn‘t expect this sound and can‘t say I don‘t love it 🔥
@wandererNW
Absolut alles wunderbar daran, der Sound, die Stimmung, Lyrics, Video. <3 Schön, mal sowas Geiles in der Richtung aus der Heimatstadt zu sehen.