Bullet Ride
In Flames Lyrics
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Do you hear steps at the door?
Do you reckon the smell of...?
It's life - the the dark that binds you
Frightened by your own smell
Bitterness will run you through
Turning, twisting the alphabet
Frantic eyes
Awaiting the answer
Splinters of a poem
Fragments of what you used to be
Habitual and gullible
Run-down memoirs is all that's left
Do you wish to sleep?
Do you aim for the shadow?
Do you feel infected?
It's life the the dark that binds you
It's the cowardice that pulls you under
And takes you to the end, where it begins
Release, the world is waiting on your arrival
Close your eyes, as we witness another bullet ride
Do you know about atrocity?
Do you that everybody's gone?
Do you know that you're on your own?
It's life - the the dark that binds you
The lyrics to In Flames's song Bullet Ride delve into the dark and internal struggles that many individuals face. The opening lines ask if the listener feels anything, if they hear steps at the door, and if they can smell the bitter scent of life. These questions conjure up feelings of paranoia and a sense of being trapped in one's own mind. The subsequent lines speak to the bitter nature of life, how it can run one through and lead to a sense of self-loathing.
The chorus speaks to the cowardice within that pulls one under, leading them to the end where it all began. This is a reference to the cyclical nature of one's internal struggles and how easy it is to fall back into old patterns. The song continues with a series of questions - do you know about atrocity, do you know everyone is gone, do you know that you're on your own? These questions encapsulate the loneliness and isolation that can come with battling one's internal demons, highlighting the gravity of the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you feel anything at all?
Are you feeling any emotions or are you numb to the world?
Do you hear steps at the door?
Are you paranoid and hearing things or is someone truly coming for you?
Do you reckon the smell of...?
Do you recognize the scent of something, implying a situation you have experienced before?
It's life - the the dark that binds you
Life can be a cruel, harsh experience that holds you captive.
Frightened by your own smell
Disgusted and scared by your own presence or actions.
Bitterness will run you through
Feeling resentful and angry will consume you.
Silent screaming
Suffering silently, without anyone knowing how much pain you are in.
Turning, twisting the alphabet
Unable to articulate or express your thoughts and feelings coherently.
Frantic eyes
Eyes darting around, indicating anxiety or fear.
Awaiting the answer
Desperately seeking a solution, but unsure of where or how to find it.
Splinters of a poem
Small fragments of inspiration or creativity that once existed, but are now broken and scattered.
Fragments of what you used to be
Remnants of your former self, which has been eroded or destroyed over time.
Habitual and gullible
Trapped in cycles of behavior and easily manipulated by others.
Run-down memoirs is all that's left
Only a few scattered memories remain, as everything else has faded away or been lost.
Do you wish to sleep?
Are you tired of dealing with your problems and want to escape through sleep?
Do you aim for the shadow?
Do you hope to disappear into the darkness and be forgotten?
Do you feel infected?
Does it feel like you are carrying a disease or burden that is weighing you down?
It's life - the the dark that binds you
Life can be a suffocating, overwhelming experience that seems to hold you back, no matter how hard you try to break free.
It's the cowardice that pulls you under
Fear and a lack of courage is what keeps dragging you down and holding you back.
And takes you to the end, where it begins
Eventually, you will be consumed by your fears and reach a breaking point, but this will only mark a new beginning of a hard journey.
Release, the world is waiting on your arrival
Overcome your fears and worries, as there is a bright future awaiting you beyond them.
Close your eyes, as we witness another bullet ride
Accept the risks and hardships of life, while we look on and bear witness to your journey, knowing that it is ultimately worth it.
Do you know about atrocity?
Are you familiar with the terrible things people can do to each other, which can contribute to the darkness of life?
Do you know that everybody's gone?
Have you noticed how empty and lonely life can be at times, with everyone seeming to disappear or abandon you?
Do you know that you're on your own?
Realize that no one can save you but yourself, and that you must find inner strength and resilience to continue onwards.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDERS PAR FRIDEN, BJOERN INGVAR GELOTTE, JESPER CLAES HAAKAN STROEMBLAD
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