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.
Us Against The World
In Flames Lyrics
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Can you hear me now?
You're in control
The thin red line
A change in life
The pride that cries
The lesson we should learn from lies
Conqueror of pain
The abandoned reign
You should be lord amongst the flies
I wish you would've listened
Can you hear me now?
Tell me what to do
I'm right beside you
It's us against the world
This can only end one way
Let's seize the day
It's us against the world
Oh through the cracks
A new voice appears
Dividing the clouds
The horizon, the hope
From the most lonesome nights
I wish you would've listened
Can you hear me now?
Tell me what to do
I'm right beside you
It's us against the world
This can only end one way
Let's seize the day
It's us against the world
The lyrics to In Flames's song Us Against The World seem to tell a story of a person who wishes someone else had listened to them before and is now trying to make things right. The repetition of "I wish you would've listened, can you hear me now?" emphasizes the importance of communication and understanding in any relationship. The line "you're in control, the thin red line" suggests that the person the singer is speaking to may have power, perhaps in a relationship, and that it is their responsibility to listen and make things right. The following lines "the lesson we should learn from lies, dance across the sky, conqueror of pain, the abandoned reign, you should be lord amongst the flies" suggest that the person referred to may have had a difficult past, full of pain and deception. The singer is urging them to overcome it and take charge of their own life.
The chorus "it's us against the world, this can only end one way, let's seize the day" portrays a sense of unity and determination, as if the two people are going to work together to overcome whatever issues they may be facing. The line "from the most lonesome nights" is teasingly positive, one that emphasizes how the light emerges even from the darkest corners.
Overall, the song seems to be about communication, understanding, and working together to overcome whatever challenges may arise. It emphasizes the importance of taking control and responsibility for one's own life and not being a victim to circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
I wish you would've listened
I regret that you did not pay attention to my advice earlier
Can you hear me now?
Are you finally listening to me at this moment?
You're in control
You have the power to make decisions
The thin red line
A subtle but significant boundary between different choices
A change in life
A transformation in one's existence
The pride that cries
The sense of dominance that ultimately results in suffering
The lesson we should learn from lies
We need to understand the negative impact of deception
Dance across the sky
Enjoy the beauty of nature while it lasts
Conqueror of pain
Someone who has successfully overcome agony and hardship
The abandoned reign
The period when one's authority and influence have been lost
You should be lord amongst the flies
You have the potential to be a leader despite difficult circumstances
Tell me what to do
I am seeking guidance from you
I'm right beside you
I am here to support you
It's us against the world
We are united in facing our challenges
This can only end one way
There is only one possible outcome
Let's seize the day
Let's take advantage of our current situation
Oh through the cracks
A new opportunity arises from a seemingly hopeless situation
A new voice appears
A novel perspective or idea emerges
Dividing the clouds
Clearing the way for new possibilities
The horizon, the hope
A positive outlook for the future
From the most lonesome nights
Even in our darkest moments, there is still potential for growth and change
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Howard Benson, Bjorn Gelotte, Anders Friden
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