Lostprophets were an alternative rock band formed in Pontypridd, Wales in 1… Read Full Bio ↴Lostprophets were an alternative rock band formed in Pontypridd, Wales in 1997. The band was founded by vocalist Ian Watkins and guitarist Mike Lewis. Initially, Watkins played drums for the band, although its success only began when he transferred over to lead vocals. They have released several demos, none of which have been produced commercially, five studio albums, and fourteen singles. Their fifth and final studio album is titled Weapons, released on the 2nd of April 2012.

The first of these albums, The Fake Sound of Progress, was originally recorded for the meager sum of £6000 and intended as a glorified demo, but after catching the ears of several major labels, the band re-recorded and re-released the album on a much wider scale through Columbia Records. This resulted in a backlash against the band that was exacerbated by the four-year gap between their first and second albums. When the second album, Start Something, was finally released, the band achieved even greater success, entering the UK album chart at number five, and earning the band international popularity, most notably in the United States. Their third album entitled Liberation Transmission was released on the 26th of June 2006 in the UK and entered the UK album chart at number one.

In April 2007 Lostprophets began the Final Transmission - the last round of touring of their current album with Aiden and Taking Back Sunday as the confirmed support. The bands played at huge venues such as Wembley Arena. The end the tour, on Saturday 26 May 2007, lostprophets performed at The Full Ponty festival at Pontypridd's Ynysangharad Park. Pontypridd is also the hometown of most of the current band members and so the festival was advertised as "lostprophets homecoming". Other bands at the festival included Reel Big Fish, The Automatic, The Blackout, Gallows and Kids In Glass Houses .Following the tour, the band hit the studio to record their fourth album which Ian Watkins is describing as a return to their roots with heavier punk influences. Watkins says "It will be a lot darker and a lot more intense. It'll have a completely different vibe to it ... but it won't be like Converge or nuthin".

Their 4th studio album "The Betrayed" was released on 19 January 2010.

On 20 December 2012, lead singer Ian Watkins was charged with a host of offences involving sexual activity with minors. The band disbanded in October 2013. Watkins was later convicted and sentenced to twenty-nine years in prison, with six more on extended licence.

Current lineup
Ian Watkins — Vocals
Lee Gaze — Lead Guitar
Mike Lewis — Rhythm Guitar
Stuart Richardson — Bass
Jamie Oliver — Keyboards, Back-up vocals, Turntables
Luke Johnson — Drums

Former members
DJ Stepzak — Turntables
Mike Chiplin — Drums
Ilan Rubin — Drums

No Way Out
Lostprophets Lyrics

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What do you wanna see?
What do you wanna feel?
What do you wanna become
When everyone just wants to kneel?
So do you really think so?
And would you really go?
So would you become a part of what you want, you want to know

Not the way you feel (no)
Not the way you see (no)
Nobody's ever real (no, no, no)
Don't you want to know? (no)
Don't you want to grow? (no)
That's the way it goes (no, no, no)

You want me to go
I want you to know
That it will never be OK to be
I want you to see
I want you to bleed
I want you to be everything you could be
In time I'll find my way out
Yes I know I'll find my way out now...

Is everything OK?
What did you wanna say?
What were all the things you couldn't tell me anyway?
So do you really think so?
And would you really go?
So would become a part of what you want, you want to know

Not the way you feel (no)
Not the way you see (no)
Nobody's ever real (no, no, no)
Don't you want to know? (no)
Don't you want to grow? (no)
That's the way it goes (no, no, no)

You want me to go
I want you to know
That it will never be OK to be
I want you to see
I want you to bleed
I want you to be everything you could be
In time I'll find my way out
Yes I know I'll find my way out now...

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
No (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out)
No (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no

(Way out, way out, way out, no way out, no way out, no way out, no way out, no way out)

You want me to go
I want you to know
That it will never be OK to be
I want you to see
I want you to bleed
I want you to be everything you could be
In time I'll find my way out
Yes I know I'll find my way out
Yes in time I'll find my way out
Yes I know I'll find my way out

Yes in time I'll find my way out (I'll find my, I'll find my)
Yes I know I'll find my way out (I'll find my, I'll find my)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to No Way Out by Lostprophets seem to be a call to action for those who feel trapped and suppressed by their environment. The song asks the listener what they want to see, feel and become, urging them to resist the pressure to conform and to go after what they truly desire. The repetition of "not the way you feel, not the way you see, nobody's ever real" seems to be a commentary on the fakeness and hypocrisy of society and the importance of staying true to oneself.

The chorus gains intensity as it progresses, with the repetition of "no way out" becoming louder and more urgent. The song seems to be a call to break free from whatever is holding the listener back, whether it is societal expectations, personal demons or something else entirely. The repetition of "I'll find my way out" provides a sense of hope and determination, suggesting that with time, perseverance and self-belief, the listener can escape their situation and achieve their goals.

Overall, No Way Out is a powerful and inspiring song that encourages listeners to pursue their dreams and to not give up in the face of adversity.

Line by Line Meaning

What do you wanna see?
What is the vision you hold in your mind?

What do you wanna feel?
What is the emotion you want to experience?

What do you wanna become When everyone just wants to kneel?
What identity do you want to have when everyone else is conforming?

So do you really think so? And would you really go? So would you become a part of what you want, you want to know
Are you truly committed to your desires and willing to take action to see them through?

Not the way you feel (no) Not the way you see (no) Nobody's ever real (no, no, no) Don't you want to know? (no) Don't you want to grow? (no) That's the way it goes (no, no, no)
The reality is not how you perceive it to be and people are not genuine. Don't you have a desire to know the truth and evolve beyond this?

I want you to see I want you to bleed I want you to be everything you could be In time I'll find my way out Yes I know I'll find my way out now...
I want you to fully embrace life and all the emotions that come with it, and reach your full potential. I am confident that I will overcome any struggles and hardships in life.

No (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out) No (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (way out), no (Way out, way out, way out, no way out, no way out, no way out, no way out, no way out)
There doesn't seem to be any escape from the current situation, and the repetition emphasizes the feeling of being trapped.

Yes in time I'll find my way out (I'll find my, I'll find my) Yes I know I'll find my way out (I'll find my, I'll find my)
Nevertheless, I am confident that I will eventually find a solution and overcome any obstacles that come my way.

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