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.
Wallflower
In Flames Lyrics
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I like when you scream in my face
Afraid to say the right words in right order
So it makes sense to a person with such grace
What if my dreams don't become reality
Is my life just a big mistake
Will I be happy for the times I had
I wanna be heard, but leave no trace
I wanna be seen, but take no space
I wanna be
I wanna be
Leave no trace
I wanna be
I wanna be
Take no space
The older I get, the younger I feel
The younger I feel, the older I seem
The more I feel, my age seems real
Life to pretend, I'm as young as I feel
I wanna be heard, but leave no trace
I wanna be seen, won't take no space
I wanna be
I wanna be
Leave no trace
I wanna be
I wanna be
Take no space
Take no space
Take no space
I wanna be heard, but leave no trace
I wanna be seen, won't take no space
The lyrics to "Wallflower" by In Flames are about the singer's relationship with someone they admire from a distance. They like the person's beauty and attitude, but are too afraid to approach them and say the right words in the proper order. The singer wonders what will happen if their dreams don't come true, and if their life is just one big mistake. They wonder if they'll be able to look back on their life and be happy with the time they had, or if they'll have to reconsider and recalculate their decisions.
As the song progresses, the singer talks about how they want to be seen and heard, but they don't want to take up too much space. They want to leave no trace, but they still want to be remembered. The singer also talks about how they feel younger as they get older and their age seems more real as they experience more of life. The song ends on a note of wanting to be seen and heard, but not wanting to take up too much space.
Line by Line Meaning
I like to look at you from a distance
I appreciate observing you from afar
I like when you scream in my face
I admire your passion, even if it's directed at me
Afraid to say the right words in right order
So it makes sense to a person with such grace
I fear speaking to you improperly, as you have such poise and elegance
What if my dreams don't become reality
Is my life just a big mistake
Will I be happy for the times I had
Would I reconsider recalculate
If my aspirations fail, will my existence be wasteful? Am I content with my past, or should I reevaluate my choices?
I wanna be heard, but leave no trace
I wanna be seen, but take no space
I wanna be
I wanna be
Leave no trace
I wanna be
I wanna be
Take no space
I want to make an impact without leaving a noticeable imprint. I want to be visible without encroaching upon others' personal space.
The older I get, the younger I feel
The younger I feel, the older I seem
The more I feel, my age seems real
Life to pretend, I'm as young as I feel
As I age, I maintain a youthful spirit. However, this vitality only highlights my increasing years, rather than disguising them.
I wanna be heard, but leave no trace
I wanna be seen, won't take no space
I wanna be
I wanna be
Leave no trace
I wanna be
I wanna be
Take no space
Take no space
Take no space
I wanna be heard, but leave no trace
I wanna be seen, won't take no space
I emphasize once again my desire to have an effect on others while remaining innocuous. I crave visibility and respect without imposing myself upon others.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Niclas Ingmar Engelin, Howard Benson, Bjorn Ingvar Gelotte, Anders Par Friden
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Adam Sergeant
Superb. Loved this band since I first heard them. They are evolving without betraying their roots.
Ki Fields
Well said, man. Well said.
Antoine J
Probably the most underrated track of the album, I can feel my soul resound
Mars Nicole
Love this band so much!!!
brian ellis
This is the kind of band that never gets old. Great music writing!
Dan Kennedy
Timeless. Like the supermassive black hole at the center of the universe
Lucky7
Amazing song with important lyrics!
elizabeth gonzalez
This is one of the best intros you'll ever listen to in your life
Bradley Queen
Chronos from parkway drive right up there with wallflower. Love both bands.
Spiff
Listen to death angel-claws in so deep it will redefine your life..