During the band's early years, In Flames had a varying group of musicians recording with them, including many session musicians. By the release of Colony (1999), the group had established a stable lineup. Their sixth studio album Reroute to Remain (2002) showed the band moving toward a newer style of music that moved further away from melodic death metal and closer to alternative metal. This decision was criticized by fans of the group's heavier metal sound; however, it increased the band's mainstream audience and bolstered their album sales. As of 2008, In Flames has sold over two million records worldwide.
Since the band's inception, In Flames have released thirteen studio albums, three EPs, and two live DVDs, their latest release being their thirteenth studio album I, the Mask in 2019. In Flames has been nominated for three Grammis Awards. They won two of these nominations; one for Soundtrack to Your Escape (2004) in the "Hard Rock/Metal of the Year" category, and one nomination for their following album Come Clarity (2006) in the same category.
My Seet Shadow
In Flames Lyrics
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A world out of my mind
Ready to explode in purity to fill the holes inside
An ever moving stream with glowing rays of light
Emotions tied to pass lies and I know I should let go
Tamed with confidence of a brighter future
I found a flame in the burnt out ashes... burn out, burn out!
Fueled, these new shores burn, dark past lies cold
Shadow, my sweet shadow, to you I look no more
Another dawn collapses
Do I need to be reminded
A glimpse of my safe home
A path to hide all anger
I found a flame in the burnt out ashes... burn out, burn out!
Fueled, these new shores burn, dark past lies cold
Shadow, my sweet shadow, to you I look no more
In circles I catch
A torch carried by the immortal
From depths that I created
In vain echoes fade
Burn out!
Fueled, these new shores burn, dark past lies cold
Shadow, my sweet shadow, to you I look no more
Fueled, these new shores burn, dark past lies cold
Shadow, my sweet shadow, to you I look no more
Fueled, Dark past lies cold
For you I look no more
The lyrics of this song seem to speak of someone who is trying to find their way out of a dark past and into a brighter future. The opening lines, "I'm selling heavenly sketches, a world out of my mind, ready to explode in purity to fill the holes inside," suggest that this person has a vivid imagination and is hoping to channel it into something positive. They seem to be trying to create something beautiful and pure to fill the emptiness they feel inside.
The line "An ever-moving stream with glowing rays of light, emotions tied to pass lies and I know I should let go" suggests that this person is having a hard time letting go of the past and is holding onto emotions that should have been released long ago. They know that they need to move forward but are struggling to do so. The refrain "Fueled, these new shores burn, dark past lies cold, shadow, my sweet shadow, to you I look no more" seems to suggest that the person has finally found the strength to move past their old patterns and to leave their shadows behind.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm selling heavenly sketches
I'm offering creative ideas and visions that are perfect and pure.
A world out of my mind
This is my own creation, born from my imagination, and not from the world around me.
Ready to explode in purity to fill the holes inside
These ideas are powerful and pure enough to heal the emptiness and pain within me.
An ever moving stream with glowing rays of light
Life is constantly changing, full of energy and illumination.
Emotions tied to pass lies and I know I should let go
I am holding onto negative feelings from the past that are holding me back, but I must find a way to release them.
Tamed with confidence of a brighter future
I have gained the strength and courage to face the future, no matter what it may bring.
I found a flame in the burnt out ashes... burn out, burn out!
Despite being in a dark and hopeless situation, I have found a spark of hope and will not let it go out.
Fueled, these new shores burn, dark past lies cold
My new beginnings are fueled by passion and desire to leave the painful past behind.
Shadow, my sweet shadow, to you I look no more
I will no longer dwell in the darkness or be controlled by my inner shadows.
Another dawn collapses
Yet another day has ended, bringing me closer to the end of my journey.
Do I need to be reminded
Am I forgetting something important or is there something I should remember?
A glimpse of my safe home
A brief moment of safety and comfort in the midst of chaos and uncertainty.
A path to hide all anger
I am seeking a way to escape my anger and find peace.
In circles I catch
I am stuck in a repeating pattern or cycle that I can't seem to break out of.
A torch carried by the immortal
An eternal flame of inspiration and creativity is being carried and shared with others.
From depths that I created
I am the source of my own inspiration and ideas, and they come from my own inner depths.
In vain echoes fade
The echoes of my voice or ideas are fading away into nothingness, as if they were never there to begin with.
Fueled, Dark past lies cold
The fuel for my new beginnings and future is the cold, lifeless past that I have left behind.
For you I look no more
I am no longer searching for the shadows or darkness that used to control me.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDERS PAR FRIDEN, BJOERN INGVAR GELOTTE, JESPER CLAES HAAKAN STROEMBLAD
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@josereyes8780
I hate to sleep with one eye open
I see the headlights turn to shadows driving past
I hope one night it’s not you going
Cause you woke up and realized what you could have
You sleep with peace of mind you don’t worry
I’m wide awake I know it’s gonna hurt me
The least you could do is show a little mercy now
So if you’re gonna leave me, leave me
In the middle of the night
Set the bed on fire
Set the bed on fire
If you’re gonna leave me, leave me
Don’t say goodbye
Just set the bed on fire
Baby set the bed on fire
And let it burn, let it burn, let it burn all the way to the ground
Let it burn, let it burn, let it burn let it burn on down
Sometimes I wonder what you’re thinking
You say you love me but sometimes I have my doubts
Baby what if our ship was sinking
Would I be the only one hanging on when it goes down
You sleep with peace of mind you don’t worry
I’m wide awake I know it’s gonna hurt me
The least you could do is show a little mercy now
So if you’re gonna leave me, leave me
In the middle of the night
Set the bed on fire
Set the bed on fire
If you’re gonna leave me, leave me
Don’t say goodbye
Just set the bed on fire
Baby set the bed on fire
And let it burn, let it burn, let it burn all the way to the ground
Let it burn, let it burn, let it burn let it burn on down
Let it burn on down
Let it burn on down
Don’t drag it out
Don’t hang around
Don’t take your time
Don’t twist the knife
Don’t let me see just let me dream
So if you’re gonna leave me, leave me
In the middle of the night
Set the bed on fire
Set the bed on fire
If you’re gonna leave me, leave me
Don’t say goodbye
Just set the bed on fire
Baby set the bed on fire
And let it burn, let it burn, let it burn all the way to the ground
Let it burn, let it burn, let it burn let it burn on down
Let it burn, let it burn, let it burn all the way to the ground
Just let it burn, let it burn, let it burn let it burn on down
@TeddySwims
Check out my live performance of "Lose Control" https://youtu.be/GZ3zL7kT6_c?si=mmrQuu_UpXu2wzSI
@dianavarela7919
The best song ever, live is always the best
@brianbenson7737
I love the vibes you send.
@chair_bear2652
❤❤️❤️😊
@amandalockhart2454
I am so late to this party, but I'm telling you it's a CRIME that this man hasn't reached the level of recognition he deserves. Literal goosebumps every time I hear this voice, he is so incredibly talented what a unique sound. I'm in love and I don't care who knows it!
@crystalstrawbridge
Same.....
@lindsayzipprich2647
I have been watching his wonderful videos for a long time. He went from a DJ playing the music that he was singing to ,then a band and now an album and now his own concert tour around the World. I have only the best wishes for Teddy to be recognized as the great artist that he is. Fame and fortune has been a long time coming.
@kortekainess
Rob Thomas, Johnny Stevens (from Highly Suspect), and now Teddy... The only men who can make my chest burn with their voices. lmao
@amandalockhart2454
@@kortekainess BIG yes to Rob Thomas! I'll have to check out Johnny Stevens if you've put him in the same category as Rob and Teddy!
@amandahumbert9482
My thoughts exactly