House of Heroes doesn't just sing songs, they tell stories. Songs like "In the Valley of the Dying Sun" (telling a version of the story of Jacob in the Bible) and "Code Name: Raven" (the story of a spy in the time of World War II) draw listeners in by setting stories of love, sacrifice, and war to a non-specific song set-up and engaging music. Other songs, like "Friday Night", "Faces", or "The Drugs the Drugs" show the emptiness of man's meaningless desires. Distinguished lyrics and music that backs it up, pushing it forward, give listeners a unique experience. A band not scared of being different, House of Heroes certainly distinguishes themselves from the bunch.
Releases include: "What You Want Is Now", with tracks like "Julia", "The Lead Role In The Cage", and strings-backed "Uncomfortable" make the album House of Heroes's most rock-lead album. Self- titled "House of Heroes" and "Say No More" ( a re-release of the first with extra songs) posess the most edgy, indie-rock sound, lead by songs "Buckets For Bullet Wounds", "Serial Sleepers", "You Are the Judas of the Cheerleading Squad", and 9 minute closer "Angels In Top Hats." 2010 release "The End Is Not the End" gets its name from the lyrics in the acoustic driven song "By Your Side" of the album. Tracks like "In the Valley of the Dying Sun", "Leave You Now", and epic-like "Field of Daggers" make an argument to "The End..." being the band's most creative album yet. Their most recent release, "Suburba," continues the creative trend with the rock sound of "Independance Day for a Petty Thief" to the beautiful worship anthem "Salt in the Sea." Other releases include the holiday song "Silent Night", DC Talk cover "Day By Day", and the band's most different output, "The Acoustic End EP", which includes the acoustic version of the song "If'" (from "the End Is Not the End"),"New Moon", and "Ghost." A well-worked "Serial Sleepers (Acoustic)" is available for free on freehoh.com. The band has also released "Meets the Beatles EP" which includes three Beatles cover: "Can't Buy Me Love", "It Won't Be Long", and "Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da."
Rumours from the band's facebook page indicate a new EP coming sometime soon.
Code Name: Raven
House of Heroes Lyrics
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Maybe you'll see me with a bag over my head
If that's the case then I've met my doom
If that's the case then my comrades are dead
And I don't hate my enemy
I hate the cloud he's brought over my land
There's no virtue in killing a man
But I saw the black coats forming lines
They hit our beaches running
We're on our knees but not to pray
You're the only reason I stay in this coward's melee
I'd rather die than live without mercy and love
Sing while the city decays, we'd rather go up in flames
Lest we betray the names of dignity and love
You can't change the course of fates sealed long ago
But hope is not lost, code name Corbeau
We trade their secrets at cost for our lives
The panzer is strong, the raven is wise
I turn my ears to the BBC
I can hear them, they can't hear me
I long to forget all the horrors I've seen
I'll live like a ghost, I'll die with the free
Traitors and turncoats turned aside
Traitors' loose lips sink
They're on their knees but just to beg
You're the only reason I stay in this coward's melee
I'd rather die than live without mercy and love
Sing while the city decays, we'd rather go up in flames
Lest we betray the names of dignity and love
Inside the fuselage, valiant young soldiers singing songs
Fear not my downcast brothers we are the strong arm of the law
By land and air and sea on wings of destiny we ride
Sing while the city decays, sing while we go up in flames
You're the only reason I stay in this coward's melee
I'd rather die than live without mercy and love
Sing while the city decays, we'd rather go up in flames
Lest we betray the names of dignity and love
I'm on your side until my body drains of blood
Lest we betray the names of dignity and love
I'm on your side until my body drains of blood
The lyrics of House of Heroes’ song “Code Name: Raven” talk about war, fear, love, and loyalty. The song describes the internal conflict experienced by a soldier fighting for a cause that he believes in but is also aware of the violence and destruction that it brings. The singer declares that he doesn't hate his enemy but rather the darkness that he has brought to their land. He believes there's no virtue in taking a life, but there's also no virtue in being too afraid to fight back.
The lyrics also express the soldier's loyalty to his comrades and the strong bond that they share, driven by love and mercy. They have sacrificed their lives and happiness to protect the dignity of their homeland. The song also talks about a secret mission, "code name Corbeau" which could provide hope even in the face of an unchangeable course of fate. The song phrases their willingness to fight until the end even if it means dying while the city decays. And the singer vows to stand by his comrades until death.
In conclusion, "Code Name: Raven" is a powerful song about the impact of war on individuals and nations. The song acknowledges the bravery of soldiers, the trauma they experience, and the loyal bonds they share. The lyrics of the song remind us of the cost of conflict, the virtues of standing up against one's enemies, and the value of love and loyalty within such scenarios.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe you'll see me on the evening news
I might end up in headlines someday
Maybe you'll see me with a bag over my head
My anonymity is priceless in a high-risk mission
If that's the case then I've met my doom
If I'm exposed, I failed
If that's the case then my comrades are dead
If I'm caught, my team is gone
And I don't hate my enemy
I dislike the situation I'm in, but not the man I'm going after
I hate the cloud he's brought over my land
I despise the chaos that unfolds due to his actions
There's no virtue in killing a man
There's no glory in murdering somebody
Neither is there virtue in being afraid to stand
And there's no valor in backing down
But I saw the black coats forming lines
The enemy is getting ready to attack
They hit our beaches running
We're under attack and losing
We're on our knees but not to pray
We're giving it our all to survive
You're the only reason I stay in this coward's melee
I fight on, for the sake of someone or something that's dear to me
I'd rather die than live without mercy and love
I'd rather perish, than to live a life devoid of kindness and compassion
Sing while the city decays, we'd rather go up in flames
We'll still sing even if the world crumbles
Lest we betray the names of dignity and love
We must not forget the honor and affection that hold us together
You can't change the course of fates sealed long ago
The past is irreversible, no matter what we do
But hope is not lost, code name Corbeau
But there's still hope remaining, as long as Corbeau's there
We trade their secrets at cost for our lives
We'll risk everything to uncover the enemy's plans
The panzer is strong, the raven is wise
Our force is potent, and our intellect is sharp
I turn my ears to the BBC
I'm listening to the British Broadcasting Corporation
I can hear them, they can't hear me
I'm able to gather intel, without being caught
I long to forget all the horrors I've seen
I can't shake off the traumatic and nightmarish experiences that haunt me
I'll live like a ghost, I'll die with the free
I'll continue to operate clandestinely, and die knowing that I defended freedom
Traitors and turncoats turned aside
Those who betrayed us were ousted
Traitors' loose lips sink
Their carelessness got them caught
They're on their knees but just to beg
They're groveling to save themselves
Inside the fuselage, valiant young soldiers singing songs
Our brave soldiers find ways to keep their spirits high even in the midst of chaos
Fear not, my downcast brothers we are the strong arm of the law
Don't lose hope, we're the powerful enforcers of justice
By land and air and sea on wings of destiny we ride
We'll come at them from all directions, like it's our fate to do so
I'm on your side until my body drains of blood
I'll have your back until my last breath
Lest we betray the names of dignity and love
I won't do anything that tarnishes the values of honor and affection
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: AARON JAMES BABCOCK, COLLIN RIGSBY, JARED KEITH RIGSBY, TIMOTHY RYAN SKIPPER
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