Discography:
2007 - Memphis May Fire (EP)
2009 - Sleepwalking
2010 - Between the Lies (EP)
2011 - The Hollow
2012 - Challenger
2014 - Unconditional
2016 - This Light I Hold
2018 - Broken
In early 2007, the band recorded and self-released an EP, and began creating a local following. Shortly thereafter, Memphis May Fire caught the attention of Josh Grabelle, the president of Trustkill Records. In September 2007 the band had officially signed to Trustkill, and their self-titled EP (Memphis May Fire)was reissued through the label in December 2007.
Memphis May Fire hoped to release their debut album by summer 2008, however, during the recording sessions for the album, lead singer Chase Ryan decided to leave the band. Chase explained that he felt that his priorities should be with his newborn child and not a band. Upon announcing his resignation, bass player Austin Radford also decided to part ways with the band shortly thereafter. He would be replaced by Cory Elder. Open auditions were held shortly after Chase's departure, and he was eventually replaced by a new vocalist, Matty Mullins. By this time, Memphis May Fire had already recorded their instruments for the new album with producer Casey Bates and only needed Mullins to contribute his vocals.
Their debut full-length studio album, Sleepwalking, was released on July 21, 2009, through Trustkill Records. Memphis May Fire has described the album as "a new breed of rock n' roll" and musically it has "more aggressive guitar work and noticeably more melodic, but still retains that southern swagger." Their song "Ghost in the Mirror" was used on the soundtrack for the movie Saw VI.
The official music video for "Ghost in the Mirror" was released on February 2nd, 2010 through the Trustkill YouTube page.
Memphis May Fire released a second EP entitled Between the Lies on November 2, 2010, through Bullet Tooth Records with more energy and a different style than their previous releases. On December 9, 2010 the band post in their Facebook that the song "Action/Adventure" will be featured in the video game Rock Band 3. In 2010, Matty Mullins was featured in the song "That's What She Said", from Kid Liberty's debut album Fight with Your Fists.
On January 17, 2011, Rise Records announced Memphis May Fire signed to the label and that a new album will be released in spring. The band recently wrapped up the recording of their upcoming full-length record at Chango Studios (Of Machines, I See Stars, Sleeping with Sirens, etc.) in Orlando, Florida.
On March 3, 2011, a full album teaser for their sophomore album The Hollow was released via Rise Records YouTube page, including its release date of April 26, 2011. On March 22, a full song from The Hollow, titled "The Sinner", was released to Rise Records YouTube page and on iTunes. On April 23, the entire album was released on the Rise Records YouTube page.
On September 15th, the video for the lead single from The Hollow, "The Sinner", directed by Thunder Down Country was released on YouTube.
On February 15th, 2012, a live music video recorded in Orlando Florida for the song titled "The Unfaithful" was released on their YouTube Page.
On February 11th it was announced by Kellen McGregor that the band will be working with Cameron Mizell shortly again, to record their third studio album, Challenger. The album was released June 26th, 2012 through Rise Records while the band is on Warped Tour. On April 11th around midnight, Ryan Bentley announced he has parted ways with the band in a tweet saying "I'm no longer in Memphis May Fire. Details later." On April 17th, the band announced that Anthony Sepe (ex-Decoder) would be replacing Ryan Bentley as their new guitarist:
"For those who may not know already, we recently decided to part ways with our guitarist, Ryan Bentley, and wish him nothing but the best. He's a talented individual and we have no doubt that he will be successful no matter where life leads him. With that said, we'd like all of you to give a warm welcome to our new guitarist Anthony Sepe."
On March 25, 2014, their album Unconditional was released. On October 28, 2016, the band released the album This Light I Hold and on November 16, 2018, the album Broken was released, these last three all through Rise Records.
Current members:
Kellen McGregor – lead guitar, backing vocals, programming, keyboard (2006–present), lead vocals (2006)
Matty Mullins – lead vocals (2008–present)
Cory Elder – bass (2008–present)
Jake Garland – drums, percussion (2010–present)
Touring:
Samuel Penner – rhythm guitar (2017–present)
Former members:
Tanner Oakes – bass (2006–2007)
Ryan Dooley – drums (2006–2007)
Chase Ryan Robbins – lead vocals (2006–2008)
Jeremy Grisham – drums (2007–2008)
Austin Radford – bass (2007–2008)
Daniel De Los Santos – bass (2008)
Joel Seier – rhythm guitar (2009–2010)
Eric Molesworth – drums (2008–2010)
Ryan Bentley – rhythm guitar (2006–2009, 2010–2012)
Anthony Sepe – rhythm guitar (2012–2017)
Legacy
Memphis May Fire Lyrics
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But only unseen by those who choose them to be.
Live every day like it's your last chance to be heard and seen,
'Cause the good die young and the great change the course of history.
Stop blending in and start speaking out!
You'll never know what you can do if you don't try now.
Lift up your eyes discouraged one.
They say you were created to do great things,
But words only come to life when you believe.
Stop blending in, start speaking out!
Don't miss your opportunity.
Do you have the courage to follow your heart?
Your life could be over before you ever had a chance to start.
Take what you can get while you can get it
And don't let anybody stand in your way.
If you've got what it takes, make them believe it.
They need to hear you from a mile away!
They say you were created to do great things,
But words only come to life when you believe.
Stop blending in, start speaking out!
Don't miss your opportunity.
Lift up your eyes discouraged one.
When you feel like giving up,
When they say it can't be done
It's up to you to show them why they're wrong.
Lift up your eyes discouraged one.
When you feel like giving up,
When they say it can't be done
It's up to you to show them why they're wrong.
Lift up your eyes discouraged one.
When you feel like giving up,
When they say it can't be done
Show them they're wrong!
What you do is up to you.
Follow your heart and you will never lose.
They say you were created to do great things,
But words only come to life when you believe!
You were created to do great things,
But words only come to life when you believe.
Stop blending in, start speaking out!
Don't miss your opportunity.
Reach for the sky!
Nothing's impossible when you realize the strength that's inside.
Embrace the struggle when it's all you can see.
Words only come to life when you believe.
The song "Legacy" by Memphis May Fire is all about taking opportunities to do great things and making a difference. The first verse starts by saying that opportunities to do so may not come around often, but only those who choose to blind themselves to these chances will miss them. The lyrics urge listeners to live every day like it's the last chance to be heard and seen because great people die young and make lasting impacts on history. The second verse encourages the listener to stop blending in and start speaking out because you'll never know what you can do if you don't try now. The lyrics say that if you have the courage to follow your heart, your life could be over before you even had the chance to start, so take what you can get and don't let anyone stand in your way. The chorus repeats the idea that words only come to life when you believe in yourself, and that you were created to do great things. Lastly, the song tells the listener that nothing is impossible when you have the strength inside to reach for the sky and to embrace the struggle when it's all you can see.
Overall, the message of this song is powerful and motivating, urging listeners to take chances and make a difference in their lives and the world. It encourages people to be themselves and embrace their voice, rather than blending in and missing out on opportunities to create a legacy for themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Chances to move mountains are few and far between,
Opportunities to achieve something great are rare and not easy to come by.
But only unseen by those who choose them to be.
Sometimes we miss out on those great opportunities because we choose not to see them.
Live every day like it's your last chance to be heard and seen,
Live every day with a sense of urgency and make it count, because tomorrow is not promised.
'Cause the good die young and the great change the course of history.
Those of us who can make a positive difference are the ones who should strive to do so, because doing nothing accomplishes nothing.
Stop blending in and start speaking out!
Don't be afraid to stand out and share your voice and opinions with the world.
You'll never know what you can do if you don't try now.
The only way to find out what you're capable of is to take a chance and try something new.
Lift up your eyes discouraged one.
Don't give up and keep your head held high, even in the face of adversity.
Keep moving forward till your battles have been won.
Stay focused on your goals and keep pushing, no matter what obstacles you may face.
They say you were created to do great things,
There is potential for great things within all of us.
But words only come to life when you believe.
It's up to us to believe in ourselves and our abilities to make things happen.
Do you have the courage to follow your heart?
Are you willing to take the risk and pursue your dreams, even if it's not the easy or popular choice?
Your life could be over before you ever had a chance to start.
Life is short, so don't waste any moment waiting for the 'right time' to start following your dreams.
Take what you can get while you can get it
Seize every opportunity that comes your way and make the most of it.
And don't let anybody stand in your way.
Don't let others discourage you or hold you back from what you want to achieve.
If you've got what it takes, make them believe it.
If you believe in yourself and your abilities, others will believe in you too.
They need to hear you from a mile away!
Be bold and make your voice heard loud and clear, even from a distance.
When you feel like giving up,
When things get tough and you feel like throwing in the towel,
When they say it can't be done
When others doubt your abilities and tell you it's not possible
It's up to you to show them why they're wrong.
It's up to you to prove them wrong and exceed their expectations.
What you do is up to you.
Ultimately, only you have the power to control your own actions and decisions.
Follow your heart and you will never lose.
Trust your instincts and follow your passions, and you will never feel like you made the wrong choice.
Reach for the sky!
Aim high and strive for your biggest dreams and goals.
Nothing's impossible when you realize the strength that's inside.
Believe in yourself and your abilities, because you have the strength to overcome any obstacle.
Embrace the struggle when it's all you can see.
Learn to embrace the challenges and obstacles that come your way, because they are opportunities for growth and development.
Words only come to life when you believe.
Believe in yourself and your abilities, and your dreams will become a reality.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: KELLEN MCGREGOR, MATTHEW MULLINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@logans4351
without this one song, i wouldn't have a job. without this one song, i wouldn't still be in school. without this song, i would still be overweight and depressed. this song and band as a whole has changed my entire perception on life. thank you so much Memphis May Fire, i owe you my life.
@MannyFacio
"SHOW THEM THEY'RE WORNG!" FUCKING LOVE THIS PART
@SoDamnMetal
Chills, every time!
@MannyFacio
Right!
@iClearmyHistory
Yea definetly best part of the whole song
@ljsoler03
Such a build up love it!
@sonic.180
i just moshed on that part yesterday MTY Mexico memphis/undearoath
@narutoguy56
Not gonna lie. The lyrics hit me hard.
@mannysykes
They were so slept on
@EG-lv4hf
fuck why'd I stop listening to mmf? glad they're back in my life