Wallen also co-wrote some songs with Pillar (songs "Call to Action" and "Lose It All"), Saving Abel (the song "She Got Over Me"), Fuel (song "Scars in the Making") and Emmaus Road (the song "Unbelief").
On June 24, 2014 his first solo EP titled "Allies" was released.
Discography
* With Copper:
- 2001 - Exchange
- 2003 - Fragile Fall
- 2008 - Take My Chances
* With Adelitas Way:
- 2009 - Adelitas Way
- 2011 - Home School Valedictorian
* Solo:
- 2014 - Allies EP
* With Breaking Benjamin
- 2015 - Dark Before Dawn
-2018 - Ember
-2020 - Aurora
Crows
Keith Wallen Lyrics
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Watching the world cave in
Nothing can be done
Everything is wrong
How high would you fly
How far would you go
To get away from here
You say you don't care about the world
Is there something inside you
Keeping faith in the human race
For when better days come
And we're not here to start a war
We're torn and tired and thrown away
But if the hollow behavior grows
I see nothing but crows
On no, it couldn't be another one
On no, it couldn't be another one
Of those days
Of those days without love
You say you don't care about the world
Is there something inside you
Keeping faith in the human race
For when better days come
And we're not here to start a war
We're torn and tired and thrown away
But if the hollow behavior grows
I see nothing but crows
You say you don't care about the world
Is there something inside you
Keeping faith in the human race
For when better days come
And we're not here to start a war
We're torn and tired and thrown away
But if the hollow behavior grows
I see nothing but crows
Keith Wallen's song "Crows" seems to be a reflection on the state of the world and the people who inhabit it. The first verse paints a picture of someone watching the world fall apart, feeling powerless to make any changes. The chorus poses a question of how far one would go to escape this world, to find a better place. The second verse addresses the idea of caring about the world and the people in it, asking if there is any hope for humanity in the face of such destruction. The bridge brings the theme of the titular crows to the forefront, likening empty or cruel behavior to a flock of scavengers.
One interesting observation about the song is that the chorus is almost repeated verbatim twice, but the slight change from "On no, it couldn't be another one" to "Of those days without love" gives a small shift in perspective that alters the emotional impact of the section. Another is the bird imagery used in the title and bridge of the song, which contrasts with the wire mentioned in the first verse. Depending on one's interpretation, the crows could be seen as ominous or hopeful. Additionally, the song was released by Wallen as part of his debut solo EP, which was entirely written and performed by Wallen himself - he also produced, mixed, and mastered the album.
Another interesting fact is that Wallen is somewhat of a heavy metal icon- he is the guitarist and backup vocalist for Breaking Benjamin, and has also filled in for notable bands like Adelita's Way and Filter. However, "Crows" is markedly different from his work in these realms, instead showcasing his skills as a songwriter and performer in a more alternative pop vein. Another element of the song that stands out is the way that Wallen's voice and guitar work blend together, giving the song a cohesive and intimate feel.
The song's use of the word "hollow" to describe behavior also feels particularly relevant to current events- depending on one's interpretation, it could be read as a commentary on the emptiness of modern political discourse, or the callousness of people who refuse to care for others. Additionally, the song's chorus could have a double meaning, with the line "love" potentially being interpreted as either interpersonal love or love for the world at large.
Overall, "Crows" seems to be a thought-provoking piece of music that has many potential interpretations. It is a departure from Keith Wallen's usual style, highlighting his versatility as a musician and his talent for creating emotive and engaging music.
Chords: Unknown
Line by Line Meaning
You sit on a wire
You're just watching everything happen without doing anything.
Watching the world cave in
You're observing the world falling apart in front of your eyes.
Nothing can be done
You feel helpless and believe there is no solution to fix the problems.
Everything is wrong
You think everything is screwed up and in a bad state.
How high would you fly
How much would you risk to escape and start anew?
How far would you go
How much distance would you travel to get away from the current situation?
To get away from here
To leave this place and start over somewhere else.
You say you don't care about the world
You claim to have no concern for the state of the world.
Is there something inside you
Is there an internal struggle or feeling that you're hiding?
Keeping faith in the human race
Do you still have hope for humanity?
For when better days come
Are you holding out for a brighter future?
And we're not here to start a war
We don't want conflict or violence.
We're torn and tired and thrown away
We're exhausted and feel discarded.
But if the hollow behavior grows
If the lack of genuine emotion perseveres,
I see nothing but crows
All I see is death and destruction that comes with it.
On no, it couldn't be another one
Oh no, it couldn't be another bad day or situation.
Of those days
Days without love or positivity.
You say you don't care about the world
You say you're unconcerned with the state of the world.
Is there something inside you
Are you hiding some inner turmoil or struggle?
Keeping faith in the human race
Do you still have hope for humanity and its potential?
For when better days come
Are you waiting for a brighter future to surface?
And we're not here to start a war
We're not wanting to start any violent conflict.
We're torn and tired and thrown away
We feel exhausted and meaningless.
But if the hollow behavior grows
If the lack of sincerity and emotion persists,
I see nothing but crows
All I can see is a future filled with death and destruction.
Contributed by Nathaniel C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@isiahlockett519
Ben approves.
@Solsticeson
Indeed he does.
@LoniReeder
Keith continues to deliver... his songwriting, vocals and flawless performances on every song are not the exception, but the norm. And now... the mesmerizing and ethereal ‘Crows’ is but yet another jewel in the Wallen catalog. This video beautifully captures the intensity and passion of every line in his lyrics. ‘Art’ at its finest!
Support real artists and real music - if you love ’Crows’ and all of Keith’s ‘art,’ don’t only LIKE it and LOVE it and SHARE it... but BUY it!
❤️🤘🏻❤️
@arcticfoxgaming5015
Do a collab with Starset!!!
@anakinskywalker5838
Damn that would be sick!💪🏻
@hellomynameisamyy
I’m obsessed with the song 😭❤️
@j.camarero5567
Same and it just came out❤🔥🔥
@DevanWhitehead
agreed
@Steve-ki4dc
Just heard this song the other day 😍
@yulia_romanova_
Same here 😫