Flame On
Iommi feat. Ian Astbury Lyrics

Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴

I am one, one that shines
Yeah, I was born of a scorpion´s mind
I am one, so alive
Don´t try to teach me what your lips can´t decide

I´m the sun, so alive
A simple breath´s all I need to get by
Words you speak are like dirt in my mind

I´m gonna burn till all the stars die

Flame on
I used to bleed like a suicide mother
Flame on
And now I breathe in this dirty black summer
Flame on
I bought the truth in the mouth of my brother
Flame on
I used to bleed like a suicide motherfucker

As it is, thought divine
A diamond seed in the heart of all mind
All is truth, truth it shines
Don´t hesitate for the world it divides

Flame on
I used to bleed like a suicide mother
Flame on
And now I breathe in this dirty black summer
Flame on
I bought the truth in the mouth of my brother
Flame on
I used to bleed like a suicide motherfucker

Flame on
I used to bleed like a suicide mother
Flame on
And now I breathe in this dirty black summer
Flame on
I bought the truth in the mouth of my brother
Flame on
I used to bleed like a suicide motherfucker

Flame on
I used to bleed like a suicide mother
Flame on
And now I breathe in this dirty black summer
Flame on
I bought the truth in the mouth of my brother

Flame on
I used to bleed like a suicide motherfucker

Overall Meaning

The song "Flame On" by Iommi featuring Ian Astbury is a powerful song with lyrics that symbolize strength, resilience and the will to survive. The opening line "I am one, one that shines" showcases the artist's individuality and self-confidence. The reference to being born of a scorpion's mind adds a dark and dangerous element to the song, which further emphasizes the strength and power of the artist. The lines "I'm the sun, so alive. A simple breath's all I need to get by" highlights the artist's vitality and the ease with which he can navigate through life.

The lyrics "Words you speak are like dirt in my mind. I'm gonna burn till all the stars die" allude to the artist's ability to rise above negativity and toxicity, continuing with the theme of resilience. The chorus with its repetition of the phrase "Flame On" is a call-to-action, asking listeners to ignite their own passions and desires. The lyrics "I used to bleed like a suicide motherfucker" suggest that the artist has battled with depression or some other kind of emotional pain, and has emerged stronger and more powerful than before.

Line by Line Meaning

I am one, one that shines
I am unique and radiant

Yeah, I was born of a scorpion's mind
My mind is cunning and dangerous

I am one, so alive
I am lively and energetic

Don't try to teach me what your lips can't decide
I won't be led by words without action

I'm the sun, so alive
I am like the sun, full of energy and light

A simple breath's all I need to get by
I am powerful and can thrive on the smallest of resources

Words you speak are like dirt in my mind
Your words hold no value or influence over me

I'm gonna burn till all the stars die
I will continue to shine bright until the end of time

Flame on
I am unstoppable and burning brightly

I used to bleed like a suicide mother
I have experienced pain and despair

And now I breathe in this dirty black summer
I find beauty even in the darkest and most difficult of times

I bought the truth in the mouth of my brother
I seek honesty and truth from those closest to me

I used to bleed like a suicide motherfucker
I have suffered greatly in the past

As it is, thought divine
My thoughts and ideas are elevated and inspired

A diamond seed in the heart of all mind
My mind is precious and valuable

All is truth, truth it shines
The truth is the only thing that truly matters and it will always shine through

Don't hesitate for the world it divides
Do not be afraid to speak the truth, even if it may cause division

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BOB MARLETTE, TONY IOMMI, IAN ROBERT ASTBURY

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

To comment on or correct specific content, highlight it

TRACKS