After releasing two albums with this line-up, Sal left due to musical differences, and recruited a drummer for the recording/touring of 'Soul Searching Sun.' Caputo felt that the band's original spirit had left the band, and decided to quit in 1997. After a tour with replacement vocalist Whitfield Crane, the singer from Ugly Kid Joe, the band officially disbanded in 1999.
In 2003, the band reunited with their original line-up and played two sold-out shows before their home-town crowd, receiving great reception. This eventually led to a new studio album in 2005, namely 'Broken Valley'. Caputo came out as transgender in 2011. The band broke up again in 2012.
In 2014 the original 'River Runs Red' line-up returned to stage for several gigs. Their latest album A Place Where There's No More Pain was released in 2017. An upcoming album 'The Sound of Scars' is set to be released in 2019.
Underground
Life of Agony Lyrics
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Hard enough to believe in myself
When I know they don't believe in me
Unwilling to change for society
I'll be who I want to be
I want to tear it up, tear it out
Get my aggression out
This is why we're here
I said, this is why we're here
So when will it end, when will it end
When will they comprehend, comprehend
That we will overcome this system
I said this is why we're here
They keep on kicking me down, kicking me down
Tryin' to keep me underground, underground
But did I mention we were paving the way
For the new breed of bad seed
We'll never let up until we hear every voice scream
Screamin' these words, screamin' these words
'Til every voice is heard, voice is heard
They keep on screamin' these words, screamin' these words
'Til every voice is heard
Calling from the underground!
I can feel it in the air I breathe!
I can see we all agree
Unwilling to change for society
We'll be who we want to be
We are the underground
We are the underground
The lyrics of Life of Agony's song "Underground" express a message of rebellion and assertion of individual identity. The song begins with a declaration of independence: "If you don't walk with me, I will walk alone." The singer is determined to be true to themselves and not conform to society's expectations. They acknowledge that it's hard to believe in themselves when others don't believe in them, but they refuse to change to please others. The singer urges others to do the same and be true to themselves, tearing up and out their aggression and controlling the dance floor.
Furthermore, the song is a call to action against the systemic oppression that is holding them down. They are tired of being kicked down and kept underground, but they won't let up until every voice is heard. The singer asserts that they are paving the way for a new breed of "bad seed" and they will keep screaming until they are heard. The final chorus repeats "We are the underground" and the singer acknowledges that they can feel the energy and unity of all those who refuse to be held down by society's expectations.
Overall, "Underground" is an anthem of defiance against societal norms and a rallying cry for those who refuse to be oppressed. It's a celebration of individual identity and the power of collective action to overcome systemic oppression.
Line by Line Meaning
If you don't walk with me, I will walk alone
I will do what it takes to be myself, even if it means going alone.
Hard enough to believe in myself
Having self-confidence can be a challenge.
When I know they don't believe in me
It's tough to believe in oneself if no one else does.
Unwilling to change for society
I prefer to be myself rather than conform to society's norms.
I'll be who I want to be
I refuse to change who I am, and I will stay true to myself.
I want to tear it up, tear it out
I want to release my emotions and let go of my inhibitions.
Get my aggression out
I need to express my emotions, including my aggression.
This is what we're here for, control the dance floor
We came here to dance and let our spirits soar.
This is why we're here
We're here to express ourselves and have a good time.
When will it end, when will it end
When will we finally be accepted for who we are?
When will they comprehend, comprehend
When will others finally understand us?
That we will overcome this system
We will work together to overcome the societal norms that hold us back.
They keep on kicking me down, kicking me down
People continue to reject, disrespect and discourage me.
Tryin' to keep me underground, underground
People want me to stay hidden and unseen because they don't appreciate who I am.
But did I mention we were paving the way
We are trendsetters, creating a new path that others might follow.
For the new breed of bad seed
We're part of the rebel group, who challenges the status quo.
We'll never let up until we hear every voice scream
We will not stop until everybody's voice gets heard.
Screamin' these words, screamin' these words
Out of passion and anger, we shout these same words again and again.
'Til every voice is heard, voice is heard
We will keep screaming these words until every voice is heard.
Calling from the underground!
We will no longer stay hidden and will make ourselves heard.
I can feel it in the air I breathe!
I can sense that the revolution is near.
I can see we all agree
I know that I have the support of others who share my values.
We are the underground
We are the non-conformists who will fight for our right to be ourselves.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALAN ROBERT, JOEY ZAMPELLA, KEITH CAPUTO, SAL ABRUSCATO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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If you don't walk with me, I will walk alone
Hard enough to believe in myself
When I know they don't believe in me
Unwilling to change for society
I'll be who I want to be
I want to tear it up, tear it out
Get my aggression out
This is what we're here for, control the dance floor
This is why we're here
I said, this is why we're here
So when will it end, when will it end
When will they comprehend, comprehend
That we will overcome this system
I said this is why we're here
They keep on kicking me down, kicking me down
Tryin' to keep me underground, underground
But did I mention we were paving the way
For the new breed of bad seed
We'll never let up until we hear every voice scream
Screamin' these words, screamin' these words
'Til every voice is heard, voice is heard
They keep on screamin' these words, screamin' these words
'Til every voice is heard
Calling from the underground!
I can feel it in the air I breathe!
I can see we all agree
Unwilling to change for society
We'll be who we want to be
We are the underground
We are the underground
@vincelogan8006
One of the best vocals ever, one of the best song ever. Period.
@dennismoore2752
I heard him live - that whole concert was better than CD quality... unreal.
@bearc1373
This track is dope 💯 I literally feel this bruh💥
@rosannaburt3048
I agree they shoulda went wayyhy further bigger I mean not many artist even my favs where I like every song made like I do LOA especially RRR album
@ryanv3858
To me this is their best song without a doubt, it's what got me hooked on them. Surprised they didn't release an official music video for this one
@Robert-rl7rd
It’s that pause and breakdown that does it for me 🤘
@doomtank666
This album is absolute highschool for me. I miss that intensity as a young metalhead.
@blastbeatindustries3191
Me too. I was in the 10th grade when this came out.
@VioletxSkies
I'm 11 and listening to it lol
@jayhelm9632
Me too, blasted this tape in my first car.,☠️💀☠️💀☠️💀☠️💀☠️
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