Current band members:
Marcos Leal – vocals (2019–present)
Dave Chavarri – drums (1998–present)
Daniel Couto – percussion (2003–present)
Jes De Hoyos – lead guitar (2019–present)
Sal Dominguez – rhythm guitar (2019–present)
Lazaro Pina – bass (1999–present)
Former band members:
Cristian Machado – vocals (1999–2019)
Jorge Rosado – vocals (1998–1999)
Ahrue Luster – lead guitar (2003–2019)
Marc Rizzo – lead guitar (1998–2003)
Diego Verduzco – rhythm guitar (2006–2019)
Jardel Paisante – rhythm guitar (1999–2006)
Daniel Gomez – rhythm guitar (1998)
Roger Vasquez – percussion (1999–2003)
Omar Clavijo – turntables (2003–2004)
Rip Out Your Eyes
Ill Niño Lyrics
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Stop pissing away all the hours and days
Take one last look at me, this is what you will be
If you keep on this way we will all turn to fire
All these pictures turn our eyes into stares
Their reaction proves that they just don't care
I will take one last look into your face
Rip out your eyes, rip out your eyes
The power within you will guide you and I
Rip out your eyes, rip out your eyes
They don't lie
Your mind is awakening, your soul is repenting
Stop pissing away all the hours and days
Take one last look at me, this is what you will be
If you keep on this way we will all turn to fire
All our actions paint a picture surreal
There's no way to erase the hate that I feel
I will take one last look into your face
Before we all crumble and fall
Rip out your eyes, rip out your eyes
The power within you will guide you and I
Rip out your eyes, rip out your eyes
They don't lie
Decide, inside
Decide, inside
In "Rip Out Your Eyes" by Ill Niño, the lyrics describe a moment of deep awakening for the listener, urging them to stop wasting their time and ultimately turn away from a destructive path. The repetition of the phrase "take one last look at me" suggests that the singer is a role model or an authority figure, warning of the consequences of continued behavior that leads to the destruction of oneself and others. The line "If you keep on this way we will all turn to fire" is particularly ominous and suggests that the consequences of these actions have a ripple effect that extends beyond the individual.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Rip out your eyes," which can be interpreted metaphorically as a call to remove the blinders that prevent one from seeing the truth of their situation. The line "all these pictures turn our eyes into stares, their reaction proves that they just don't care" suggests a society that is desensitized to the effects of their actions and has become numb to the suffering of others. In the end, the lyrics urge the listener to make a choice and take responsibility before it's too late, with the repeated lines "decide, inside".
Line by Line Meaning
Your mind is awakening, your soul is repenting
You are starting to become aware and remorseful of your actions.
Stop pissing away all the hours and days
Stop wasting your time and make the most of your life.
Take one last look at me, this is what you will be
Look at me and see the outcome of continuing on this path.
If you keep on this way we will all turn to fire
Continuing to act this way will lead to our destruction.
All these pictures turn our eyes into stares
The constant exposure to negative images desensitizes us.
Their reaction proves that they just don't care
Their lack of response shows their indifference to the situation.
I will take one last look into your face
I will confront you before it's too late.
Fall to my knees, fold in disgrace
I feel ashamed of what we've become and how we've failed.
Rip out your eyes, rip out your eyes
Metaphorically remove your blinders and face reality.
The power within you will guide you and I
You have the strength to change things if you act.
They don't lie
The truth may be harsh, but it needs to be acknowledged.
All our actions paint a picture surreal
Our actions create a distorted reality around us.
There's no way to erase the hate that I feel
The negative emotions are too strong to ignore.
Before we all crumble and fall
We need to take action before it's too late.
Decide, inside
We need to make a personal decision to change our ways.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Cristian Machado, Dave Chavarri, Marc Rizzo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jxp_shows
Discovering this in 2020 and its still absolute fire start to finish 🔥
@accountforvideos684
Definitely one of my favorite albums in high school. Fucking heavy as shit.
@ism9348
los pude ver en vivo a ill niño y muchísimas bandas ese es mi consuelo de ser adulto.
@defkondos
Awesome song....
@faddle01
Great tune!
@williambanks8103
This is one BADASS ALBUM!
@badomen8779
The whole album kills it. I've been playing this album on guitar for many years.
@alonzoYT1
Yes
@tommyzaragosa5899
Still best metal music to me tht has meaning
@newhandlething
I remember when Ill Nino were good. This cd, that’s what I remember.