Three years later, after many local and regional shows, and some member changes, ITFOW fine-tuned their sound. In December of 2004 the band released their second CD, "Live Forever or Die Trying" and decided to take on the road. In the course of 2005, ITFOW played more than 150 dates all over the country, in support of the new recording (released by Init Records). During this time ITFOW shared the stage with some of the heaviest hitting bands in today's underground music scene, including but not limited to: Bane, Comeback Kid, Underminded, Haste the Day, This is Hell, The Dillinger Escape Plan, As I Lay Dying, Evergreen Terrace, Embrace Today, Blacklisted, Norma Jean, Casey Jones, Shai Hulud, Verse, Breather Resist, Stretch Armstrong, and Ruiner.
Entering ITFOW's sixth year as a band, all told it hasn't been easy. It hasn't always been fun. It hasn't always been cheap. But working through the hard times, the down times, the angry times when it seems like nothing will work out, has solidified their passion and desire to push boundaries of hardcore, to not settle for open chugging mosh riffs or anthems devoid of humility. After recording countless practice sessions, burning hundreds of CDR demos, printing thousands of fliers for shows, going through three vans with multiple breakdowns, losing members without warning, touring while bills mount up at home, ITFOW gained even more resolve; to play shows, to make people's jaws drop, and to show people that hardcore is not a dead or an overplayed genre, but that it still has heart and worth.
In 2006 ITFOW found a new home with the newly founded Detournement Records, and began the process of writing and recording for the new release, titled "We make Our Own Luck". They have put together eleven tracks with music and lyrics reflecting their unashamed passion. Don't just expect another hardcore album that you will tell your friends you may have heard but can't remember what it sounds like. With the release one of the most relevant hardcore albums in years, ITFOW is sure to become a band that everyone includes in their CD collection.
Uncovered
In The Face Of War Lyrics
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Scattered on the floor among other things
That make up my life and who I am
The broken pieces put together again
Memories put in boxes, packed up and hid away
Notes scratched on paper
The words I couldn't actually say
This is my life, a constant cover up
And now I'm moving on, not hiding from what I've done
And now I'm moving on, with a good idea of what I want
And now I'm moving on, and I know I'm not the only one
And now I'm moving on, I've just begun
Now they've faded further, I can't make out any shapes
Their meaning has been erased
Memories taken from boxes, unpacked and thrown away
No feelings left on paper, not afraid of what to say
And now I'm moving on, I've just begun
This is my life uncovered
The lyrics to "Uncovered" by In The Face Of War speak about the process of moving on from past experiences and the act of coming to terms with the memories associated with those experiences. The first few lines of the song refer to faded photographs without picture frames scattered on the floor among other things that make up the singer's life and who they are. These lines suggest that the singer is grappling with the past, and perhaps feeling overwhelmed by the memories that have accumulated over time.
The lyrics go on to describe memories that have been "put in boxes, packed up and hid away," and notes scratched on paper that contain words the singer couldn't actually say. These lines indicate a reluctance to confront the past, and a reluctance to express the singer's true feelings. However, as the song progresses, the singer expresses a newfound sense of resolve and determination, stating that they are moving on and not hiding from what they've done.
The lyrics then speak to the idea that the memories and feelings associated with the past are beginning to fade, and that the singer is no longer afraid of what to say or how to express themselves. Ultimately, the song is about the process of coming to terms with the past, and finding the strength to move forward and embrace a new beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
Faded photographs without picture frames
The photographs that have not been preserved properly have faded away and do not have any protective casings around them.
Scattered on the floor among other things
The pictures are scattered on the floor with other things, which implies that they are not being valued or taken care of properly.
That make up my life and who I am
The pictures and the other things that are scattered on the floor hold significant importance and together they represent who the person is and what their life is all about.
The broken pieces put together again
The person has collected the broken pieces of their life and has tried to fit them back together again, signifying that they have overcome their struggles and are willing to move on.
Memories put in boxes, packed up and hid away
The person has hidden their memories in boxes, indicating that they are trying to forget them and move on from the past.
Notes scratched on paper
The person has penned down their thoughts on paper, mostly the things that they could not express verbally, indicating that they keep their thoughts to themselves.
The words I couldn't actually say
The person could not speak their mind or express themselves effectively in front of others, leading to the need to note down their emotions on paper.
This is my life, a constant cover up
The person's entire life has been a cover-up where they have tried to hide their true emotions, struggles, and hardships from others.
For all of my love for the things I've lost
Even though the person has lost certain things that they loved, they still hold a deep affection for them and find it hard to let go.
And now I'm moving on, not hiding from what I've done
The person is now ready to move on in life and faces the consequences of their actions without hiding or covering up their mistakes.
And now I'm moving on, with a good idea of what I want
Having overcome their struggles, the person now has a clear idea of what they want in life and is determined to work towards it.
And now I'm moving on, and I know I'm not the only one
The person has realized that they are not alone in this journey of self-discovery and there are others who are fighting similar battles.
And now I'm moving on, I've just begun
The person has just started the journey of self-discovery towards a new direction in life.
Now they've faded further, I can't make out any shapes
The person's memories have faded away even more, and they cannot recognize or recall the feelings associated with them.
Their meaning has been erased
The memories that once held significant meanings for the person have lost their importance and are no longer relevant.
Memories taken from boxes, unpacked and thrown away
The person has taken their memories out of the boxes and has thrown them away, indicating that they have come to terms with their past and are ready to move on.
No feelings left on paper, not afraid of what to say
The person has no more feelings to express on paper, and they are not afraid to speak their mind or express themselves to others without hesitation.
And now I'm moving on, I've just begun
The person continues to move forward in life, and they have just started a new chapter in their journey of self-discovery.
This is my life uncovered
The person has finally uncovered their true self and is no longer hiding behind a facade. They are now living their life authentically and without any masks.
Contributed by Joshua H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
jhilyard1
I just want to thank all the doctors, nurses, technicians, and other health professionals who put me back together after I was blown up in Iraq. I still have all my pieces (minus some teeth and bones) because of the amazingly dedicated staff.
Dead ahead
Probably a better place to thank them than a YouTube video that none of them will ever see.
ChiRaq_KillDaNois
You're welcome
YourfriendlyNeighborhoodF104Starfighter
@rare pogo of course I know PTSD, his comment just made no sense
rare pogo
@YourfriendlyNeighborhoodF104Starfighter u even know what it mean?
jhilyard1
@jesus it was pleasure, most of the time
Peter Sutherland
I worked as a military medic for 2 years in South Africa during the Apartheid regime ... the injuries and wounds I saw, I still remember 30 years later... The work that doctors performed on some of those tortured bodies was incredible, limbs that I'd X-rayed in tatters that the managed to save, the burnt skin that had fallen off on my hands that they healed ...
Kekoas Iversons
@American CountryBall nope it smells like burnt hair I sliced my finger tip off once and they had to sear it to stop the bleeding didn’t hurt that bad worst part was when he had to stick a needle like 6 times in my cut to numb it before they burnt it but then again they just burnt the top maybe it smells different when you burn large amounts
Maria Dalire
Respect +100
Leave Me Alone
Respect thank you for your duty 😌🙏❤️