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)
No Ordinary Love
Memphis May Fire Lyrics
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Nothing more than a broken man starring death in the face
All my mistakes have got a hold on me again
Here we go
Another day, another fork in the road
I never know who to trust
Will someone just tell me which way to go?
I need a sign
I need to know that this is possible
I've just failed so many times
Is there any way that I could make it right?
God, if you're there I need to hear you now
Come back to me love, I forgive you
Oh how I've missed you
Just know every time you run I'll be right here waiting
This is no ordinary love
Listen up, listen up
This is no ordinary love
This is unconditional
I'm so afraid to admit that you're real
'Cause I'm afraid of what I might feel
When your words start to come to life
And it brings my demons into the light but I know you're here
I shiver as you whisper in my ear, "Child have no fear"
Come back to me love, I forgive you
Oh how I've missed you
Just know every time you run I'll be right here waiting
Come back to me love
I hope you know I'm always with you
I forgive you
We lose faith in things unseen
Unsure of what to believe
Just dying to be loved when love's right in front of us
We give up on our hopes and dreams, and let doubt take everything
The door will open when we realize we don't hold the key
I tried to save myself but I failed
Come back to me love, I forgive you
Oh how I've missed you
Just know every time you run I'll be right here waiting
Come back to me love
I hope you know I'm always with you
I forgive you
The lyrics of Memphis May Fire's song "No Ordinary Love" express the inner turmoil of a person who is struggling with their past mistakes and the consequences that they bring. The song starts with the singer admitting to being a broken man who is facing death, and how his mistakes have a hold on him yet again. In the second stanza, he talks about the constant forks in the road that he faces and how he never knows who to trust. He begs for a sign, a miracle, something that could let him know that it is possible for him to make it right. He prays to God to help him out and says that he needs to hear him now.
The last stanza is about the realization that the love of God is no ordinary love, it is unconditional. The singer admits that he is afraid of what he might feel if he allows himself to trust in this love. But he knows that this love is here, and he can feel it when God whispers in his ear and tells him to have no fear. The singer then tries to convince the listener that they should not lose faith in things unseen and that love is always in front of them, just waiting to be acknowledged. He promises to always be with the one he loves and forgives them, no matter what happens.
Overall, the song is a message of hope for those who are struggling with their past mistakes and failures. It encourages them to keep trying and to have faith in the love of God, which is no ordinary love.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I stand
I am standing in this moment
Nothing more than a broken man starring death in the face
I am a broken person facing death directly
All my mistakes have got a hold on me again
My errors are still haunting me
Here we go
This is another moment or experience to face
Another day, another fork in the road
This is another day with a difficult decision to make
I never know who to trust
I find it hard to trust people
Will someone just tell me which way to go?
I need guidance to navigate my life
I need a sign
I am seeking an indication that things will be okay
I need a miracle
I am hoping for something miraculous to happen
I need to know that this is possible
I require proof that my goals are achievable
I've just failed so many times
I have experienced numerous setbacks in my life
Is there any way that I could make it right?
I am questioning if it is possible to fix my mistakes
God, if you're there I need to hear you now
I am hoping to connect with a higher power for guidance
Come back to me love, I forgive you
I want my love to return and I am willing to forgive them
Oh how I've missed you
I have been longing for my love to come back
Just know every time you run I'll be right here waiting
I will always be here for my love despite their actions
This is no ordinary love
Our love is unique and remarkable
Listen up, listen up
Pay attention to what I have to say
This is unconditional
Our love is without limit or condition
I'm so afraid to admit that you're real
I fear acknowledging the existence of my love
'Cause I'm afraid of what I might feel
I am scared of the emotions I may experience
When your words start to come to life
When my love's promises become a reality
And it brings my demons into the light but I know you're here
It may expose my inner struggles, but I trust my love
I shiver as you whisper in my ear, "Child have no fear"
My love's comforting words give me a sense of security
I hope you know I'm always with you
I want my love to realize that I am always supporting them
We lose faith in things unseen
We often stop believing in things that are not visible
Unsure of what to believe
I am uncertain of what to trust or have faith in
Just dying to be loved when love's right in front of us
We crave love but might be unaware of it when it's present
We give up on our hopes and dreams, and let doubt take everything
We often abandon our aspirations and let pessimism consume us
The door will open when we realize we don't hold the key
We will succeed when we acknowledge that we don't have all the answers
I tried to save myself but I failed
I attempted to rely solely on myself, but it didn't work
I forgive you
I am letting go of any grudges and offering forgiveness
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: KELLEN MCGREGOR, MATTHEW MULLINS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ivan Balboa
Debo admitirlo, cada vez que la escucho se me hace un nudo en la garganta y hasta derramo lágrimas.
Come back to me love, I forgive you.
Oh how I've missed you!
Just know every time you run I'll be right here waiting!
This is no ordinary love.
Listen up, Listen up!
This is no ordinary love.
Listen up this is unconditional!
I'm so afraid to admit that you're real
cause I'm afraid of what I might feel
when your words start to come to life
& it brings my demons into the light but I know you're here.
I shiver as you whisper in my ear, "Child have no fear".
:')
KiiroOkami
what is great about this song is that there are many meanings that this can be interpreted as. If you are religious this song could be talking about God's unconditional and eternal love. But if you aren't, like I am, you can still connect to it in the sense that there are always people there who will always stand by us and be there to guide us no matter what. Either way it can mean something special to everyone. Regardless of religion or beliefs, there is no need to belittle what it means to anyone.
Marcus Berglund
Honestly, makes more sense to me as a father and sons love, we all do stupid things but it seems dad's are always around still
Jonnybsticks
but see, in this song it is clearly talking about God as he states multiple times he and God are talking. I think a lot of people are afraid to believe as he also states in the song, but man is it THE greatest truth you could ever believe in.
SamSuperCreature2006
For me, its both. whether it's God or a person, I'm blessed to have help. my dad has raised me the best he can to serve and be a man. I thank God for him
Benn Darayta
Theres the general message of the song...talks about unconditional love
Ronnie B
That was the most beautiful YouTube comment I have ever read.
agatha
Can we just talk on how beautiful and sad this music video is?
MrCharliebrown62
the end chokes me up T_T
Adam Springer
Yeah it makes me cry everytime...
Jordan Tucek
@Lina Bing Bing yeah no.....