Their debut album Your World on Fire was released January 6th 2009. Their second album, Imperial was released on June 15, 2010.
In Fear and Faith was founded in 2006 by members Noah Slifka, Mehdi Niroomand, Tyler McElhaney, Jarred DeArmas, and Ramin Niroomand. A year after recording their self-titled demo, founding vocalist Jarred DeArmas left the group and Tyler "Telle" Smith was employed as the band's clean vocalist along with Cody Anderson as the band's unclean vocalist. They replaced guitarist Davey Owens with Noah Slifka while keyboardist, Michael Guy left the band completely without a member in his replacement. With this line-up, they recorded their second EP, Voyage and released it via iTunes on December 17, 2007. Met with positive acclaim, the EP attracted the attention of Rise Records, which they were signed to the following year.
Current members
Jarred DeArmas - bass guitar (since 2011), lead vocals (2006)
Cody Anderson - unclean vocals (2007-2010, since 2014)
Noah Slifka - rhythm guitar (2007-2011), lead guitar (since 2014)
Scott Barnes - lead vocals (since 2008)
Sean Bell - rhythm guitar (since 2011)
Tyler McElhaney - bass guitar (2006-2011, since 2014)
Chase Whitney - Drums (since 2014)
Former members
Michael Guy - keyboards (2006-2007)
Davey Owens - rhythm guitar (2006-2007)
Tyler "Telle" Smith - clean vocals (2007-2008)
Ramin Niroomand - lead guitar, keyboards, piano (2006-2013)
Mehdi Niroomand - drums (2006-2013)
Discography
2007 - In Fear And Faith (EP) (Self-released)
2007 - Voyage (EP) (Self-released)
2009 - Your World On Fire (Rise Records)
2010 - Imperial (Rise Records)
2011 - Symphonies (EP) (Rise Records)
2012- In Fear and Faith (Rise Records)
Videography
* Live Love Die (Voyage, 2007)
* Your World On Fire (Your World on Fire, 2009)
* The Road To Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions (Your World on Fire, 2009)
* Bones (Imperial, 2010)
* Counselor (imperial, 2010)
Strength in Numbers
In Fear and Faith Lyrics
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of being prosecuted for being different.
This is more than just a song,
more like a ballad for those who want to be free
and this is about gathering together against the ones who said
that you can't be whoever you want to be.
So are you ready to stand up for yourself
and show the world what you really think.
This is all of our family cause this right here, this is a family!
I can't believe that this happening
A million others can't breathe
We follow everything I said
These words are words to live by
We have the power, the strength in numbers
Your eyes are open, but can you see without the light?
So do you notice that cut at your side?
Do you feel the pain? Do you feel alive?
We walk these paths side by side
We will be ok, we will be alive
I am who I am, is that so hard?
To realize that we are who we are
You can't live your life, hoping you were wrong
You can follow us and join the thousand strong
And as we gather together
To face the ones who oppose us
We have one thing left to say.
Your time is up now, this is our world.
Your time is up now, this is our world.
Your time is up now, this is our world.
Your time is up now, this is our world.
I should've known that this was happening
Everybody's trembling
Fall to your knees, we are here to stay
This is your last chance to be this way
I can finally say this is the way
This was worth fighting, worth dying for.
In Fear and Faith's song "Strength in Numbers" is a call to arms for those who feel oppressed for being different. The lyrics address feelings of frustration and anger towards those who try to suppress individuality and promote conformity. The song encourages listeners to stand up for themselves and embrace their unique identities. It's a proclamation of unity among those who don't fit into society's prescribed boxes of who they should be. Throughout the song, they remind the listener that they are not alone and that together, they are stronger.
The lines "Your eyes are open, but can you see without the light?" could be interpreted as an appeal for others to open their minds and see beyond the surface, beyond what they are accustomed to seeing. The lyrics also speak to the power in numbers and togetherness. The lines "We have the power, the strength in numbers" emphasizes the power that comes with uniting as a community. The repeated refrain at the end of the song, "Your time is up now, this is our world," is a powerful statement that encapsulates the message of the song - that it's time to take ownership of one's life and identity.
Line by Line Meaning
This goes out to everyone who is sick and tired
of being prosecuted for being different.
For anyone who has faced discrimination for simply being themselves, this song is dedicated to you.
This is more than just a song,
more like a ballad for those who want to be free
and this is about gathering together against the ones who said
that you can't be whoever you want to be.
This song represents the fight for freedom and equality, and is a call to gather together against those who try to restrict us from being our true selves.
So are you ready to stand up for yourself
and show the world what you really think.
Then raise your voice and let them know exactly who you are.
This is all of our family cause this right here, this is a family!
It's time to stand up for what you believe in and show the world who you truly are. We are all family in this fight, standing together as a united force.
I can't believe that this happening
A million others can't breathe
We follow everything I said
These words are words to live by
We have the power, the strength in numbers
Your eyes are open, but can you see without the light?
It's shocking that so many people are struggling to be themselves. These lyrics are a call to action, a reminder that we are stronger together than we are alone, and that we hold the power to change the world.
So do you notice that cut at your side?
Do you feel the pain? Do you feel alive?
We walk these paths side by side
We will be ok, we will be alive
We may have been wounded by those who oppose our differences, but we stand together in solidarity. Our strength comes from knowing that we are not alone on this journey, and we will persevere.
I am who I am, is that so hard?
To realize that we are who we are
You can't live your life, hoping you were wrong
You can follow us and join the thousand strong
Being yourself should come naturally, but unfortunately discrimination can make us question who we are. We encourage others to embrace their true selves and join the growing movement towards acceptance and equality.
And as we gather together
To face the ones who oppose us
We have one thing left to say.
Coming together as a united front, we are ready to face those who want to restrict us and we are not afraid to stand up for what we believe in.
Your time is up now, this is our world.
Your time is up now, this is our world.
Your time is up now, this is our world.
Your time is up now, this is our world.
The time has come for change. We will no longer stand idly by while others try to silence us. We are here, we will be heard, and this is our world.
I should've known that this was happening
Everybody's trembling
Fall to your knees, we are here to stay
This is your last chance to be this way
I can finally say this is the way
It's unfortunate that discrimination is still a prevalent issue, but we have come too far to turn back now. We won't back down, we are here to stay, and we are confident that history is on our side.
This was worth fighting, worth dying for.
The fight for acceptance and equality is an honorable and necessary one, and we are willing to give our all to see it through.
Contributed by Jack P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Skyler Nelson
One of my all time favorites, I get chills every time
Gino S
It doesn't matter what lineup changes they have or what songs they make, nothing they'll ever make will be as good as this song. This song is amazing.
Ethan Mellard
I love these guys always gets the veins flowing when I workout
shinypkmnfan13
This song and band are amazing, and the lyrics in this song make me happy. :D
Tony
Hell YEAH. music and talent like this is missing in todays entertainment and isnt even glanced at in media today.
The Flipper
watch them play it live with jeremy. it proves he sings the "your time is up now, this is our world" part.
Gino S
I miss this IN Fear and Faith so much. They aren't the same now, although the new stuff is good.
Robeskii
just found this song again after not hearing it for like 10 years and it slaps harder than it did back then. dont mind me, just headbanging at my desk in the office..
GGaD
This is my fav song EVAR by far.
DaNiMaL721
I really hope Jeremy will do screams like this in the new album they are putting out.