In July 2008, Nick, the screamer, announced through the band's myspace page that he was quitting the band to pursue other interests.
Hopes Die Last are not to be confused with Dallas, Texas based metal band Hope Dies Last, which formed in 2004.
Hopes Die Last are from Italy.
Their album Six Years Home was released in August 2009.
Ther second album Trust No One was released in February 2012.
Their EP Wolfpack was released in June 2013.
Current members:
Daniele Tofani - unclean vocals (since 2009)
Marco Mantovani - lead guitar, clean vocals (since 2004)
Luigi Magliocca - rhythm guitar (since 2008)
Yuri Santurri - bass (since 2015)
Danilo Menna - drums, percussion (since 2015)
Former members:
Marco "Becko" Calanca - bass, keyboards,clean vocals (2004-2015)
Ivan Panella - drums, percussion (2004-2015)
Valerio "Nekso" Corsi - keyboards, electronics (2013)
Nicolò "Nick" Arquilla - lead vocals (2004-2008)
Jacopo Iannariello - rhythm guitar (2004–2008)
Call Me Sick Boy
Hopes Die Last Lyrics
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See things crystal clear
And then scream against me
hurt me beat me
We were just joking like clowns
Handling life and letting it drown
"are you kidding me?"
Because I shouldn't let you go
Can't be waiting anymore
I've got enough of senseless cries
It's not easy to break through
But then scream against me
hurt me beat me
Stand beside me
Let me see what those hands hide
Don't be scared about me
I am here just to see you die
White dressed angel let me try to take you high
take you as high as i can fly
Stand beside me
Let me see what it tastes like
Don't be scared about me
I am here just to see you die
I committed suicide
I just died to see you cry
But don't blame me
That's my only sweet laugh
So don't blame me
I couldn't reach the afterlife
So don't hate me
Because i've never felt your heart beating
Then I fucked up mine
White dressed angel let me try to take you high
take you as high as i can fly
Writing desperation through heartache and joyful smiles
Blue and happy at the same time
The song "Call Me Sick Boy" by Hopes Die Last is a raw and emotion-filled piece that talks about betrayal, pain, and self-destruction. The opening lines of the song, "take a breath and tear it apart, see things crystal clear" suggest that the singer has realized the harsh reality of their situation and is now able to see the truth. The following line, "and then scream against me, hurt me, beat me" suggests the singer is inviting their partner to take out all their frustrations on them, possibly because they feel they deserve it for allowing themselves to be hurt.
The verse that follows goes back to a more lighthearted tone, as the singer mentions the "we" that they were a part of, "joking like clowns, handling life and letting it drown." It's unclear who this "we" is, but it might suggest a group of friends, lovers or even a band. The line "Because I shouldn't let you go, can't be waiting anymore" might suggest that the singer is trying to hold on to something that has already slipped away.
The chorus comes back to the raw emotion that defines the song, with the lines "stand beside me, let me see what those hands hide, don't be scared about me, I am here just to see you die." The image of someone standing beside the singer with their hands hidden is a powerful one, almost suggesting that this person has something to hide or is capable of violence. The lines "white dressed angel, let me try to take you high, take you as high as I can fly" might suggest desperation on the part of the singer, trying to lift someone up, possibly even themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Take a breath and tear it apart
Breathe in deeply and analyze the situation carefully
See things crystal clear
Understand things with absolute clarity
And then scream against me hurt me beat me
Express your anger and frustration towards me, even if it hurts or harms me
We were just joking like clowns
Our actions and words were not serious or meant to be taken seriously
Handling life and letting it drown
Dealing with the challenges of life but feeling overwhelmed and letting them overcome us
"are you kidding me?" I heard myself loud
Expressing disbelief in a loud and clear way
Because I shouldn't let you go
Realizing the importance of holding onto someone
Can't be waiting anymore
Unable to wait any longer for something to happen
I've got enough of senseless cries
Tired of hearing meaningless and empty cries
It's not easy to break through
Overcoming obstacles is not a simple task
But then scream against me hurt me beat me
If it helps to release frustration and pain, express it towards me even if it causes me harm
Stand beside me
Be there for me
Let me see what those hands hide
Reveal your true intentions and feelings
Don't be scared about me
Don't worry about me, I can handle it
I am here just to see you die
I am only here to witness your downfall
White dressed angel let me try to take you high take you as high as I can fly
Let me guide you towards a better, more elevated state of mind
Writing desperation through heartache and joyful smiles
Expressing conflicting emotions through words
Blue and happy at the same time
Feeling both sadness and happiness simultaneously
I committed suicide
I destroyed myself
I just died to see you cry
The only reason for my self-destruction was to see you suffer
But don't blame me that's my only sweet laugh
Don't hold me responsible, causing others pain is the only thing that brings me joy
So don't blame me
Don't point fingers at me
I couldn't reach the afterlife
I failed to achieve peace or happiness even in death
So don't hate me
Don't despise me
Because I've never felt your heart beating
I don't understand or empathize with your emotions
Then I fucked up mine
My own self-destructive behavior led to my downfall
Contributed by Callie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@danielabianchetti1336
Take a breath and tear it apart
See things crystal clear
And then scream against me
Hurt me beat me
We were just joking like clowns
Handling life and letting it drown
"Are you kidding me?"
I heard myself loud
Because I shouldn't let you go
Can't be waiting anymore
I've got enough of senseless cries
It's not easy to break through
But then scream against me
Hurt me beat me
Stand beside me
Let me see what those hands hide
Don't be scared about me
I am here just to see you die
White dressed angel let me try to take you high
Take you as high as I can fly
Stand beside me
Let me see what it tastes like
Don't be scared about me
I am here just to see you die
I committed suicide
I just died to see you cry
But don't blame me
That's my only sweet laugh
So don't blame me
I couldn't reach the afterlife
So don't hate me
Because I've never felt your heart beating
Then I fucked up mine
White dressed angel let me try to take you high
Take you as high as I can fly
Writing desperation through heartache and joyful smiles
Blue and happy at the same time
Stand beside me
Let me see what it tastes like
Don't be scared about me
I am here just to see you die
@vahnayasaki6989
2022, but nothing will ever beat this era of music!
@brianbravo6930
they made new music!
@GanjaBro99
@@brianbravo6930 listened and I'm fucking young again!!111
@caseiyourun7756
my highschool emo life </3
@br0ckst4ng
They're the face of 2009 emos and I love it
@charlesdunzello8589
2023 still here brah
@writeagainsterasure7248
31 and still listening to this. Missing the old days. A lot of struggles and pain brought us to these music but here we are. We made it. Keep on hanging on! ❤️
@fergon6296
Me 36 and I'm going to see them in Milan this month 😎
@br0ckst4ng
Just turned 30 here, and still listening to the good shit
@charlesbaxter2891
Emotional screams, melodic clean vocals. Great. Yeah 17 again.