Ten Thousand Feet
I See Stars Lyrics
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Brace yourself, this is not a drill
This is the way that I dream of going out
And in this moment, I see my life flash before my eyes (Before my eyes)
And the best I'll be dead 'til they see
That's a waste, there's a waste
Ten thousand feet in the air
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins (Whoa)
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
I wish there was a way, to let you know (A way to let you know)
I wish there was a way to let you know
I am the living dead
I see my fate and yours look just like mine
I know you think that they're still upon us
I got news for you
We're so fucked
We are the living dead, we are the living dead,
We are the living dead, we are the living dead
I'm writing you a letter, I hope it falls right down in your hands
At least you'll know exactly what I feel if it all goes to plan
I see you know the better tear in every single bell of lies
No delusion will save your senses hope in disguise
Why can't you see, that I fear for the worst
This is what I gave, I'm on your side
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
Whoa
Brace yourself, this is not a drill
This is the way that I dream of going out
And in this moment, I see my life flash before my eyes (Before my eyes)
And the best I'll be dead til they see
That's a waste, there's a waste
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
I wish there was a way, to let you know
I wish there was a way to let you know
The lyrics of I See Stars's song Ten Thousand Feet is a reflection on life and death, and the uncertainties of the future. The singer is on a plane that is possibly crashing, and he braces himself for impact, knowing that this could be the way he dies. In this moment, he sees his life flash before his eyes, and he regrets that the best he'll be remembered is when he's dead. It's a powerful thought that haunts him as he falls ten thousand feet in the air.
As the plane falls faster, the thought of his loved one begins to dominate his mind, and he wishes there was a way to let them know how much they mean to him. He's aware that death is imminent, and he wants to make sure his message gets to them if everything goes to plan. The singer seems to be resigned to his fate, and he's writing his last letter, hoping that it will reach his loved one.
In the chorus, the idea of falling ten thousand feet in the air becomes a metaphor for our own mortality. We're all falling towards our end, and as we do, we think about the things that matter to us the most. The singer's thoughts turn to his loved one, and he wishes he could tell them how much they matter.
Ten Thousand Feet by I See Stars is a song that explores the idea of life and death, and the uncertain nature of our existence. It's a powerful reflection on the fragility of life, and the importance of cherishing the people we love. The song is both haunting and beautiful, as it captures the fears and hopes that we all have.
Line by Line Meaning
I swear this plane is going down
I believe this plane is about to crash
Brace yourself, this is not a drill
Prepare yourself, this is not a simulation
This is the way that I dream of going out
This is how I imagined my death
And in this moment, I see my life flash before my eyes (Before my eyes)
I experience my life in a split second before my presumed death
And the best I'll be dead 'til they see
I will only be recognized for the best of me after death
That's a waste, there's a waste
It's a tragedy that my best can only be appreciated after death
Ten thousand feet in the air
At an altitude of ten thousand feet
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
As we're descending rapidly, I start thinking about you
I wish there was a way, to let you know (A way to let you know)
I desire to communicate my feelings to you before I die
I am the living dead
I feel like I'm already dead
I see my fate and yours look just like mine
I envision that my destiny and yours are the same
I know you think that they're still upon us
I understand that you believe we still have a chance
I got news for you
I have new information to share with you
We're so fucked
We're in a terrible situation
I'm writing you a letter, I hope it falls right down in your hands
I'm composing a message for you, I hope it finds its way to you
At least you'll know exactly what I feel if it all goes to plan
If everything goes according to my expectations, you'll know how I feel
I see you know the better tear in every single bell of lies
I notice that you understand the difference between the truth and lies
No delusion will save your senses hope in disguise
False beliefs won't rescue you, you need to see the truth
Why can't you see, that I fear for the worst
Why can't you understand that I'm anxious about the outcome
This is what I gave, I'm on your side
This is what I contributed, I'm supporting you
Lyrics © KILLPHONIC
Written by: Zach Johnson, Brent Allen, Andrew Oliver, Devin Oliver, Jimmy Gregerson, Jeff Valentine
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Stephan Bongards
Lyrics:
I swear this plane is going down
Brace yourself, this is not a drill
This is the way that I dream of going out!
And in this moment
I see my life flash before my eyes (before my eyes)
And the best I'll be damned to the sea
Let the waves bury me
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster
The thoughts of you begin
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster
The thought of you begins, whoa
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster
The thought of you begins
I wish there was a way, to let you know
(A way to let you know)
I wish there was a way to let you know
I am the living dead
I see my fate, and yours look just like mine
I know you think, that they're still upon us
I got news for you
We're so fucked
We are the living dead
(We are the living dead)
We are the living dead
(We are the living dead)
I'm writing you a letter
I hope it falls right down in your hands
At least you'll know exactly what the fall goes to plan
I see you know the better tear in every single bell of lies
No delusion will save your senses, hope in disguise
Why can't you see?
That I fear for the worst
This is what I gave, I'm on your side
Yeah
Yeah
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster
The thoughts of you begin
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster
The thought of you begins, whoa
Brace yourself, this is not a drill
This is the way that I dream of going out
And in this moment
I see my life flash, before my eyes (before my eyes)
At the best I'll be damned to the sea
Let the waves bury me
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster
The thought of you begins
I wish there was a way, to let you know (know)
I wish there was a way, to let you know (know)
What Nani
I swear this plane is going down
Brace yourself, this is not a drill
This is the way that I dream of going out
And in this moment, I see my life flash before my eyes (Before my eyes)
At the best I'll be damned to the sea
Let the waves bury me
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thoughts of you begin
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
Woah!
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
I wish there was a way, to let you know (A way to let you know)
I wish there was a way to let you know
I am the living dead
I see my fate and it's just my luck
I know you think the answer's upon us
I got news for you
We're so fucked
(Oh) (Oh)
We are the living dead [x4]
I'm writing you a letter, I hope it falls right down in your hands
At least you'll know exactly what I feel if all goes to plan
I see you know the better tear in every single pell of lies
No delusion or safety or senses, hope in disguise
Why can't you see, that I fear for the worst?
This is what I gave, I'm on your side (Blegh!)
Ooh...
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thoughts of you begin
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
Woah!
Brace yourself, this is not a drill
This is the way that I dream of going out
And in this moment, I see my life flash before my eyes (Before my eyes)
And at best I'll be damned to the sea
Let the waves bury me
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thought of you begins
I wish there was a way, to let you know (know)
I wish there was a way to let you know
(Know) (know)
Ten thousand feet in the air
And as we're falling faster, the thoughts of you begin
Cole Rolland
This is song is incredible
Dallas Yoda
Whut?
Marklithikk
You are fickin A right about that my friend.
Greencheek
You’ve grown quite a bit in the last 7 years, yourself, Cole!
Jason Youngblood
ABSOLUTELY!
Carolyn
First listen, I’ll be back for more! 🤘🔥
Aaron Bankster
2022 and this is still one of the best metalcore songs ever written … The clean vocals are so spine chilling
God-Emperor Elizabeth II
Amen to that
JohnnyOC
Wow no it’s not lol
Noorizzati Ismail
This song My favourite. It’s automatically changed the vibes 😭