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.
Where the Dead Ships Dwell
In Flames Lyrics
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The walls are closing in,
And there I was, cursing the ground,
Unable to understand
I won't let the world break me
So I need to change direction
Nothing special I'm far from perfect
Feel I was running an endless mile,
Last time it burns
And I'm dying inside
All of this will turn to ash
A change for a piece of mind
Walking where the dead ships dwell
These are shores I left behind
Streets were getting smaller
And I have to leave
Feel I was running an endless mile,
Last time it burns
And I'm dying inside
All of this will turn to ash
A change for a piece of mind
All I hear is noise
Heart so false
So guess, I took it for granted
I know I went too far
I won't say I'm sorry
I got what I deserved
I got what I deserved
Feel I was running an endless mile,
Last time it burns
And I'm dying inside
All of this will turn to ash
A change for a piece of mind
Feel I was running an endless mile,
Last time it burns
And I'm dying inside
All of this will turn to ash
A change for a piece of mind
The lyrics to In Flames's song Where the Dead Ships Dwell describe a protagonist who is struggling with feelings of disappointment, regret, and hopelessness. The opening lines, "The picture slowly fades, The walls are closing in," suggest a sense of claustrophobia and confinement that is felt by the singer. The following lines, "And there I was, cursing the ground, Unable to understand," indicate the singer's frustration with the difficulties they are experiencing.
However, the singer refuses to let the world break them, and seeks to change their path forward. They acknowledge that they are far from perfect, but ask for guidance and a light to illuminate their way. The chorus repeats the phrase, "Feel I was running an endless mile, Last time it burns, And I'm dying inside, All of this will turn to ash, A change for a piece of mind," emphasizing the singer's desire for a fresh start and a chance for redemption.
The song takes a darker turn in the latter half of the lyrics, as the singer reflects on their mistakes and the noise and falseheartedness they encountered in the world. They acknowledge that they may have gone too far, but refuse to apologize, stating that they received what they deserved. This sense of resignation and sadness is reflected in the repetition of the chorus and the bleak final lines of the song.
Overall, Where the Dead Ships Dwell is a powerful exploration of the human condition, acknowledging the difficulties we all face while simultaneously emphasizing the importance of perseverance and the possibility of redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
The picture slowly fades,
The memory is fading away slowly.
The walls are closing in,
The surroundings are getting closer and smaller.
And there I was, cursing the ground,
Feeling frustrated and hopeless.
Unable to understand
Feeling confused and lost.
I won't let the world break me
I refuse to be defeated by the world.
So I need to change direction
I need to make a change in my life.
Nothing special I'm far from perfect
I am not unique, and I have flaws.
Light the way for me
Guide me towards a better path.
Feel I was running an endless mile,
I feel like I've been running without progress.
Last time it burns
It hurt too much the last time.
And I'm dying inside
I am experiencing emotional pain.
All of this will turn to ash
Everything will eventually come to an end.
A change for a piece of mind
I need to make changes to find inner peace.
Walking where the dead ships dwell
Traveling to a desolate and abandoned area.
These are shores I left behind
These are places I have moved on from.
Streets were getting smaller
The environment is becoming more claustrophobic.
And I have to leave
I must move on from this place.
All I hear is noise
Everything around me feels like background noise.
Heart so false
The emotions being expressed are not genuine.
So guess, I took it for granted
I did not appreciate it when I had it.
I know I went too far
I realize I crossed a line.
I won't say I'm sorry
I refuse to apologize.
I got what I deserved
I am facing the consequences of my actions.
Feel I was running an endless mile,
I feel like I've been running without progress.
Last time it burns
It hurt too much the last time.
And I'm dying inside
I am experiencing emotional pain.
All of this will turn to ash
Everything will eventually come to an end.
A change for a piece of mind
I need to make changes to find inner peace.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Anders Friden, Bjorn Gelotte
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marty1476
The picture slowly fades,
The walls are closing in,
And there I was, cursing the ground,
Unable to understand
I won't let the world break me
So I need to change direction
Nothing special I'm far from perfect
Light the way for me
Feel I was running an endless mile,
Last time it burns
And I'm dying inside
All of this will turn to ash
A change for a piece of mind
Walking where the dead ships dwell
These are shores I left behind
Streets were getting smaller
And I have to leave
Feel I was running an endless mile,
Last time it burns
And I'm dying inside
All of this will turn to ash
A change for a piece of mind
All I hear is noise
Heart so false
So guess, I took it for granted
I know I went too far
I won't say I'm sorry
I got what I deserved
I got what I deserved
Feel I was running an endless mile,
Last time it burns
And I'm dying inside
All of this will turn to ash
A change for a piece of mind
Feel I was running an endless mile,
Last time it burns
And I'm dying inside
All of this will turn to ash
A change for a piece of mind
@angelaoliveira1555
Big picture slowly fades, walls are closing in,
And there I was cursing the ground, unable to understand.
I won't let the world break me, so I need to change direction.
Nothing special and far from perfect! Light the way for me.
(I won't say I'm sorry, I got what I deserve...)
Feel I was running an endless mile!
Last candle burns and I'm dying inside!
All of this will turn to ash, a change for a peace of mind.
Walking where the dead ships dwell,
These are shores I left behind.
Streets were getting smaller and I had to leave!
Feel I was running an endless mile!
Last candle burns and I'm dying inside!
All of this will turn to ash, a change for a peace of mind.
All I hear is noise, hearts of false hope.
Guess I took it for granted.
I know I went too far, I won't say I'm sorry.
I got what I deserve, I got what I deserve!
Feel I was running an endless mile!
Last candle burns and I'm dying inside!
All of this will turn to ash, a change for a peace of mind!
Feel I was running an endless mile!
Last candle burns and I'm dying inside!
All of this will turn to ash, a change for a peace of mind.
@mrcarlangasvidal
La imagen se desvanece lentamente,
Las paredes se están cerrando,
Y allí estaba yo, maldiciendo la tierra,
Incapaz de entender
No voy a dejar que el mundo me rompa
Así que tengo que cambiar de dirección
Nada especial, estoy lejos de ser perfecto
Ilumina el camino para mí
Siento que estaba corriendo una milla sin fin,
La última vez que se quema
Y estoy muriendo por dentro
Todo esto se convertirá en cenizas
A cambio de un pedazo de la mente
br /> Caminando donde los barcos muertos habitan
Estas son las costas que dejé atrás
Las calles cada vez se volvían más pequeñas
Y me tengo que ir
Siento que estaba corriendo una milla sin fin,
La última vez que se quema
Y estoy muriendo por dentro
Todo esto se convertirá en cenizas
A cambio de un pedazo de la mente
Todo lo que oigo es el ruido
Corazón tan falso
Así que supongo que me daba por sentado
Sé que fui demasiado lejos
No voy a decir que lo siento
Me dieron lo que merecía
Me dieron lo que merecía
Siento que estaba corriendo una milla sin fin,
La última vez que se quema
Y estoy muriendo por dentro
Todo esto se convertirá en cenizas
A cambio de un pedazo de la mente
Siento que estaba corriendo una milla sin fin,
La última vez que se quema
Y estoy muriendo por dentro
Todo esto se convertirá en cenizas
A cambio de un pedazo de la mente.
@user-yj8ju2um9s
Что я слышу: отличная музыка, но трек урезан на минуту.
Что я вижу: особняк, дергающийся глаз, мужик в маске, природа, дергающаяся рука, небо, девочка, какой-то мужик с огнеметом, трава... и ничего общего с текстом песни, надо объяснить режиссеру значение слова ВЗАИМОСВЯЗЬ!
PS текст песни:
Воспоминания только гаснут,
Стены окружают,
Был я там, проклиная весь свет,
И не мог ничего понять.
Я не позволю миру сломать себя,
Значит надо измениться,
В этом нет ничего такого, ведь от совершенства я так далёк.
Освети путь мне.
Чувствую будто бегу без конца
Последняя вспышка огня, и я умираю в душé,
Это всё превратится в прах,
Изменится часть меня.
Я гуляю по местам, где покоятся мёртвые корабли (на русский адекватно в рифму не перевести)
По берегам, что оставил позади.
Улицы стали малы,
И я должен уйти.
Чувствую будто бегу без конца
Последняя вспышка огня, и я умираю в душé,
Это всё превратится в прах,
Изменится часть меня.
Слышу я лишь шум, сердце еле бьётся,
Возможно для меня всё было слишком просто.
Я знаю, что зашёл слишком далеко.
Я не попрошу прощения,
Я получил, что заслужил,
Я получил, что заслужил.
Чувствую будто бегу без конца
Последняя вспышка огня, и я умираю в душé,
Это всё превратится в прах,
Изменится часть меня. [2x]
@arslors
Is it just me or does everyone else get goosebumps when the chorus hits? :D
@krihervor
Así es... emocionante.
@FS_GriFF
Everytime and I have been rockin it a long long long time.
@michaeldewing1904
No.. everytime
@dr.toast3300
Where I get goosebumps is having listened to the song already, everytime I hear the intro up to the first breakdown
@jeremiahthompson7266
Totally! Fucking shivers, bro!
@takingthebackroadhome
2020 - Still coming to Where The Dead Ships Dwell
@NotYourPalGuy
Damn straight
@samuelrothenberger8731
The guitar duo at 2:00 is orgasmic
@BGrader
About to be 2021 and I'm still coming for WTDSD