In the Spring of 2004, Inked In Blood dropped a melodic hardcore bomb on an unsuspecting public with their release of the βAwakening Vesuviusβ EP. It starts off with a little taste of the old school and then proceeds to become a melodic, metal masterpiece. With lyrics that reach far beyond the typical βteen angstβ issues, IIB strives to reach their audiences with concepts such as humility, humanity, compassion and life as process, not as product. Critics say that Inked In Bloodβs βAwakening Vesuviusβ is five songs of pure energy, emotion, and in-your-face aggression and is easily one of the most intelligent, inspiring and hard-hitting releases to ever hit the streets of Portland. No doubt IIB has become the foam on the leading edge of the new hardcore swell.
With their motto of βhit βem hard and hit βem fastβ Inked In Blood brings their most amazing attribute to the table; their live performance. If attending an IIB show, be prepared to be floored by acrobatic stage antics with plenty of finger-points, pileups and breakdowns. An intense combination of movie samples and slam poetry also help to give Inked In Blood a one of a kind show that leaves their audiences speechless.
So if you think youβve heard all that hardcore has to offer and have found it lacking then look no further than Inked In Blood. They have raised the standard and destroyed the norm. They will fill your heart and mind with conviction, passion and hope. They will change what hardcore is today and what it will be tomorrow. For fans of Shai Halud, Misery Signals, Strongarm, As I Lay Dying and Seven Angels Seven Plagues.
This Moment
Inked In Blood Lyrics
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The lyrics to Inked In Blood's song This Moment are deeply personal and introspective, with the artist reaching out to a higher power or a loved one for support and guidance. The opening line, "Break my fall again-every time that I stumble," speaks to a sense of vulnerability and fragility, with the artist acknowledging that they need help and support in times of weakness.
The following lines, "This is me reaching out, this is us being tested," hint at a sense of struggle or hardship, with the artist feeling as though they are being pushed to their limits. Despite this, however, they maintain a sense of faith or determination, with the chorus repeating the phrase "I need you now more than I ever have."
The lyrics become more powerful and emotional as they progress, with the artist expressing gratitude and deep appreciation for the support they have received. The final lines, "If there ever was a song to sing-if there ever was a word to speak-if there ever was a song to sing then sing it to me now," are a plea for connection and understanding, with the artist expressing a need for communication and support.
Overall, the lyrics to This Moment are deeply emotional and introspective, with a sense of vulnerability and strength intermingling throughout the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Break my fall again-every time that I stumble.
As I go through life, I will inevitably make mistakes and fall. However, I am grateful to have you in my life to catch me and help me get back on my feet.
This is me reaching out, this is us being tested.
In times of difficulty and struggle, I am choosing to reach out to you for help. This is a test of our relationship and our ability to support each other.
I confess to you that my doubt has weakened me; I am almost defenseless.
I am admitting to you that I am struggling with doubt and it has left me feeling vulnerable and weak.
And though my steps may falter I still have eyes to see.
Although I may stumble and struggle, I am still able to recognize your importance in my life and the ways in which you have helped me.
I need you now more than I ever have. This is why we found each other. I need you now more than I ever have. This is ours, and so much more.
In this moment, I am realizing how much I rely on you and the significance of our relationship. We were meant to find each other, and what we have together is invaluable.
Brace yourself right now. This just may hurt you more than the last time.
I am warning you that what I am about to say or do may be difficult for you to handle, and it may even hurt you more than something I have done in the past.
I pray there never comes a day when I can't find you.
I am expressing my fear of being without you and my hope that our relationship will always remain strong and intact.
If there ever was a song to sing-if there ever was a word to speak-if there ever was a song to sing then sing it to me now.
I am asking you to express your feelings for me through any means possible - a song, a word, any way you choose - at this moment.
This is us being tested. I am singing of the gratitude I have inside my heart for you.
Once again acknowledging that our relationship is being put to the test, I am also expressing my deep gratitude and appreciation for having you in my life.
I'll shout aloud of all you mean to me; and I'm thanking you for who you've let me be.
I am promising to vocalize and openly express how much you mean to me, and I am grateful for the ways in which you have allowed me to grow and develop as a person.
Contributed by Adalyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.