Original guitarist Beverly Barrington replaced Annah in 2007 and Jason McMaster (Watchtower, Dangerous Toys) replaced Erika on vocals in 2008. The band will release a new album called "The Spider Queen" in September 2009.
Phoenix
Ignitor Lyrics
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And flame which now do sweep upon the feathers of the bird
We all do long to keep, to hear it's wondrous cry
So sweet and pure we weep, we watch it burn away
Born of fire, born of pain
See the birth of the phoenix aflame
Born of fire, and of flame
Spread her wings she's a phoenix again
She is come from the ashes
Conflagration rise
To burn up the sky
Flying oh so high
Calling out in true passion
Molten beauty streams
Made from stuff of dreams
Born of fire, born of pain
See the birth of the phoenix aflame
Born of fire, and of flame
Spread her wings she's a phoenix again
(Repeat)
A red gleam in the darkness
Crimson feathers fall
Hearing the call
We listen one and all
You will journey through madness
Searching through the lies
With your burning eyes
Scorching fire! Flames that burn the shell of falsehood Reveal beauty, hidden in the depths of all our souls
Born of fire, born of pain
See the birth of the phoenix aflame
Born of fire, and of flame
Spread her wings she's a phoenix again
(Repeat)
She is come from the ashes
Conflagration rise
To burn up the sky
Flying oh so high
Calling out in true passion
Molten beauty streams
Made from stuff of dreams
Phoenix aflame!
The opening of Ignitor's song "Phoenix" sets the stage for a deep dive into human emotions and the desire to experience rebirth from the ashes of the past. The lyrics speak of a spark of burning crimson fire that lies deep in the darkness. The image evokes the idea that sometimes it takes going through the darkness to find one's true self. The theme of fire appears throughout the song and it represents not only destruction but also the transformative power of rebirth. The phoenix, as a symbol of transformation, serves as a metaphor for the journey of self-discovery.
The lyrics also suggest that the human quest for rebirth and transformation is universal. The desire to keep the flame alive and the longing to hear the wondrous cry of the phoenix reflect the emotional states that humans experience when trying to unravel the meaning of life. The burning flame that sweeps upon the feathers of the bird is akin to the passion that ignites when one finds their true calling. The phoenix represents the undeterred spirit of humans that rises from the ashes of past mistakes, and the boldness to take flight and soar high.
Overall, the song suggests that regardless of the pain and suffering humans may endure, there is always hope for a new beginning. The symbolic image of the phoenix helps to visualize the prospect of enduring conquest against all odds and the continuous pursuit of personal transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
In the darkness, lies so deep a spark of burning crimson fire
There is a small spark of vibrant red that flickers in the dark
And flame which now do sweep upon the feathers of the bird
The flame engulfs the feathers of a bird, causing it to ignite
We all do long to keep, to hear it's wondrous cry
We all desire to preserve and hear the bird's amazing cry
So sweet and pure we weep, we watch it burn away
The bird's cry is so beautiful that it brings tears to our eyes as we watch it burn out
Born of fire, born of pain
The bird's creation was a result of intense heat and agony
See the birth of the phoenix aflame
Observe as the phoenix is born from the flames
Spread her wings she's a phoenix again
The phoenix spreads its wings and is reborn once more
She is come from the ashes
The phoenix has arisen from the ashes of its former self
Conflagration rise
A great fire has emerged
To burn up the sky
The flames reach high into the sky
Flying oh so high
The phoenix is soaring through the sky
Calling out in true passion
The phoenix cries out with genuine fervor
Molten beauty streams
Glistening liquid metal flows like a river
Made from stuff of dreams
It is as though this beauty is made from ethereal material
A red gleam in the darkness
A crimson light shines forth in the shadows
Crimson feathers fall
The bird's red feathers are falling to the ground
Hearing the call
We listen to the bird's cry
We listen one and all
Everyone is listening to the bird's amazing cry
You will journey through madness
You will go through stages of insanity
Searching through the lies
You will search for truth in a world of falsehoods
With your burning eyes
With your passionate and intense gaze
Scorching fire! Flames that burn the shell of falsehood
The intense flames burn away the lies and reveal the truth
Reveal beauty, hidden in the depths of all our souls
The fire unveils the beauty that exists within each of us, but is often concealed
Phoenix aflame!
The phoenix is once again burning brightly
Contributed by Charlotte H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Александр Матвеев
Хороший голос 🤘
Grade Marchiori
Masterpiece
HafeMetalInBlood
Great Voice!
Anna B
My kinda Metal 🤩😍👌🤘🤘🇺🇸
Excellent vocalist 👌🤘!!!
Jose Couto
Great band
Blood bought Big Phil R
This is good. Makes me think of Riot with Rhett Forrester fronting going in a thrashier direction.
Janusz Jankes
🤘👹👹👹👹👹👹👹👹👹👹🤘 Dokonały świetny mocarny potężny metal super
Jaime Lima. Duarte
Excelente.....
Free Bird
metal church vibes - sweet!