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.
Ropes
In Flames Lyrics
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Thought we were set for a perfect scene
Everyone is waiting for a failure
Something I can't please and justify
The void within my eyes
Everyone is waiting for something they cannot have
Why don't you drop your guard
You got the mindset of a killer
And it will not take you far
If I had the answer would that make you stay?
This is the time and place it is your moment of fate
If this would be your last breath
Would it change a thing?
Dive head first into the fire
If you just let me I'll find a way
To ease your mind and for you to stay
And I will untie your only ropes
It's hard for me but believe me, I'm trying
What are you longing for?
What are you longing for?
What are you longing for?
If I had the answer
Would that make you stay
This is the time and place
You are waiting for something you cannot have
If this would be your last breath
Would it change a thing?
Dive head first into the fire
If you just let me I'll find a way
To ease your mind and for you to stay
And I will untie your only ropes
It's hard for me
If you just let me I'll find a way
To ease your mind and for you to stay
And I will untie your only ropes
It's hard for me, believe me, I'm trying
In Flames's song Ropes is a melancholic and introspective track that deals with the theme of struggling with impossible expectations and the pressure that comes with trying to please everyone around you. The first verse starts with questioning the breaking point of the person's patience, as they face the overwhelming demand for success from others. There's a sense of discouragement in the lyrics, as the singer admits to feeling helpless when it comes to meeting these expectations. The second verse is directed towards someone else, as the singer tries to appeal to them to let their guard down and open up. The chorus talks about the fragility of life and how precious it is, and urges the person to take a chance and "dive head first into the fire" to make the most of it. The final verse is a plea to the person to stay, as the singer promises to help ease their mind and break free from their own ropes.
The lyrics of Ropes showcase the band's ability to write introspective and emotionally charged songs, diving into themes of self-doubt and despair. The song has a slow and brooding pace, which builds up to a heavier and more passionate chorus. The use of metaphorical language, such as "ropes" and "diving into the fire", adds depth to the lyrics and creates a somber and introspective mood.
Line by Line Meaning
How much can we take before we care to settle?
How much hardship can we handle before we decide to find peace?
Thought we were set for a perfect scene
We believed that everything was going to be perfect and trouble-free.
Everyone is waiting for a failure
People are expecting us to fail.
Something I can't please and justify
There are some things that I cannot satisfy and explain satisfactorily.
The void within my eyes
There is a lack of emotion and feeling in my eyes.
Everyone is waiting for something they cannot have
People are yearning for things that are unattainable.
Why don't you drop your guard
Why don't you lower your defenses?
I'm on my knees
I am pleading with you.
You got the mindset of a killer
You have a mentality that is focused on destruction.
And it will not take you far
This way of thinking will not lead you to success.
If I had the answer would that make you stay?
If I had a solution, would that convince you to continue?
This is the time and place it is your moment of fate
This is the critical moment that will determine your future.
If this would be your last breath, would it change a thing?
If this moment were your last, would anything be different?
Dive head first into the fire
Embrace the challenge with boldness and courage.
If you just let me I'll find a way
If you allow me, I will discover a solution.
To ease your mind and for you to stay
To bring you peace of mind and keep you here.
And I will untie your only ropes
I will remove the restraints that are holding you back.
It's hard for me but believe me, I'm trying
It may be challenging, but I am doing my best to help.
What are you longing for?
What is it that you desire most?
If I had the answer, would that make you stay?
Would having a solution convince you to remain?
You are waiting for something you cannot have
You are hoping for something that is unattainable.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Anders Friden, Bjorn Gelotte
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Stefan Pinti
How much can we take before we care to settle?
Thought we were set for a perfect scene
Everyone is waiting for a failure
Something I can't please and justify
The void within my eyes
Everyone is waiting for something they cannot have
Why don't you drop your guard
I'm on my knees
You got the mindset of a killer
And it will not take you far
If I had the answer would that make you stay?
This is the time and place it is your moment of fate
If this would be your last breath
Would it change a thing?
Dive head first into the fire
If you just let me I'll find a way
To ease your mind and for you to stay
And I will untie your only ropes
It's hard for me but believe me, I'm trying
What are you longing for?
What are you longing for?
What are…
Javier Valverde
What are you longing for?
What are you longing for?
What are you longing for?
If I had the answer
Would that make you stay
This is the time and place
You are waiting for something you cannot have
If this would be your last breath
Would it change a thing?
Dive head first into the fire
If you just let me I'll find a way
To ease your mind and for you to stay
And I will untie your only ropes
It's hard for me
If you just let me I'll find a way
To ease your mind and for you to stay
And I will untie your only ropes
It's hard for me, believe me, I'm trying
Christian Burnham’s Instrumentals
I hope that if I act
I hope that if I say
I hope that if I do
I hope that if I dress
I hope that if I fuck
I hope to experience this
I hope to understand that
I hope that if I know
I hope that if I be.
Whos this Hope you call a puppet master???
Hope to escape shame???
Hope to escape death???
Hope to save the world???
Hope to save yourself???
Hope to fit in???
Hope to feel better???
Hope to be someone else???
Hope to find yourself???
Hope that its just entertainment.
Hope that none of this is real.
Hope the good guys are telling the truth.
Hope that if I stay ignorant and dont know any better I will be saved.
Whos this hope that is your GOD???
Faith is the way... Not hope. Hope creates sin and is given to you by conviction leading you to feel hopless and a demand for hope. Innocent babies dont hope. Innocent children dont hope... They pray. They plead. And they strive to do whats right.
Hope is a synonym for LUST!!!!
The Night King 666
That guitar riff is spiritual an you know exactly which one I'm talking about 🤘
kevin oliveira
Just found out about this band. Damn, where was I all this time. Certainly going to listen to more of your stuff. In Flames We Trust \m/
FusRoDah2
Let me just say this, In Flames has had 3 big sound changes, the album Reroute to Remain, then the second was A Sense Of Purpose, then their most recent album Sirens Charms. That is what is great about In Flames they have albums for different tastes.
0XxClaymanxX0
+FusRoDah2 ...and all tastes are great and awesome
Ste Doy
The chorus is superb
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TORTIS
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Mandy
my absolutly favorite song of in flames
Atsuto InFlames
bester name ever :D
Viper
best mainstream inflames song by far
Igor Iwanow
Really!!😀😀😀