They have released several of their records via their own imprint, Rovena Recordings and have also been signed to Snapper, Spitfire, Century Media, Undergroove Records, Rovena Recordings and Tiefdruck Musik.
Releases:
Speak & Destroy (1999, UK release; 2000, US release) (Spitfire/Snapper)
A Prayer Under Pressure Of Violent Anguish (2000) (Spitfire/Snapper)
To Britain With Love... and Bruises (2001; only released in the UK) (Live) (Snapper)
The Shape Of Things To Come (2003) (Century Media)
The Horror Of Beauty (2003) (Century Media)
The Brutal Language (2005) (Rovena/Undergroove)
Throat Full Of Heart (2008) (Rovena/Undergroove)
Alive On The Other Side (2008) (Rovena/Cargo)
Ghosts and Good Stories (2010) (Tiefdruck)
A Southern Revelation (2011)
The Sacred Mood (2013)
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Former Members:
Chris Lisee - Bass (2005-2009)
JD - Drums (2008-2009)
Marcelo Palomino - Drums (2008)
Matt Lechevalier - Drums (2005-2007)
Yael - Drums (2000-2005)
Jason Brunk - Bass (2005)
Jonny Chow - Bass (2004-2005)
Meghan Mattox - Bass (1999-2004)
Melanie Makaiwi - Guitar & Bass (on Speak & Destroy)
They have a dedicated fanbase, most notably in the UK. Their sound consists of passionate and angry vocals set against heavy metal riffs and beats. Vocalist Tairrie B and Mick Murphy began a side project known as The Lvrs. Mick Murphy has another side project known as Neanderthal.
My War
My Ruin Lyrics
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You say that you're my friend
But you're one of them
You don't want to see me live
You don't want me to give
'Cause you're one of them
My war
You say that you're my friend
But you're one of them
I might not know what a friend is
All I know is what you're not
'Cause you're one of them
My war
You're one of them
You say that you're my friend
But you're one of them
I have a prediction
It lives in my brain
It's with me every day
It drives me insane
I feel it in my heart that if I had a gun
I feel it in my heart
I'd want to kill someone
I feel it in my heart
The end will come
Come on
My war
You're one of them
You say that you're my friend
But you're one of them
Tell me that I'm wrong
Try to sing me your ego song
You're one of them
My war
You're one of them
You say that you're my friend
But you're one of them
My war
This is my war baby
Go home.
Get the Hell outta here.
The lyrics to My Ruin's song My War are complex and layered with different meanings. At first glance, it is a song about betrayal by a supposed friend. The singer confronts this so-called friend, stating that they do not want to see the singer succeed or give because they are one of them. The repetition of "you're one of them" emphasizes the singer's anger and frustration towards this person. The chorus, "My war," is a declaration that this conflict is personal, and the singer will fight for what they believe in.
However, the meaning behind the song goes deeper than just a personal conflict. The lyrics reveal the singer's internal struggles with their mental health. They reveal a prediction that lives in their brain and drives them insane, indicating that they may be struggling with intrusive thoughts. The line "I'd want to kill someone" is particularly disturbing, hinting at violent ideation. The phrase "My war" takes on a new meaning as the singer grapples with their internal battles.
Overall, My War is a powerful song that deals with themes of betrayal and mental health. It is a reminder to listeners that appearances can be deceiving, and we may not truly know who our friends are.
Line by Line Meaning
You're one of them
You belong to the group of people who don't want to see me succeed.
You say that you're my friend
You claim to be my friend, but your actions don't reflect it.
But you're one of them
Your behavior shows that you're one of the people who try to hold me back.
You don't want to see me live
You don't want me to thrive and reach my full potential.
You don't want me to give
You don't want me to share my talents and skills with the world.
'Cause you're one of them
Your motives are aligned with the group of people who don't support me.
My war
This is my personal battle against those who try to bring me down.
I might not know what a friend is
I may not fully understand the meaning of true friendship.
All I know is what you're not
But I know for sure that you're not a real friend to me.
I have a prediction
I have a feeling or intuition.
It lives in my brain
It's always on my mind.
It's with me every day
It's a constant thought or worry in my life.
It drives me insane
It's causing me to feel crazy or unstable.
I feel it in my heart that if I had a gun
I believe that if I had a weapon, I'd be tempted to use it.
I'd want to kill someone
I'd feel compelled to harm another person.
The end will come
I believe that there will be a final battle or confrontation.
Come on
Let's get this over with.
Tell me that I'm wrong
Challenge my beliefs or opinions.
Try to sing me your ego song
Attempt to convince me that your self-centered thoughts are justified.
This is my war baby
This is my personal struggle and battle to overcome my obstacles.
Go home.
Leave me alone, I don't need your negativity.
Get the Hell outta here.
Leave immediately and don't come back.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLES DUKOWSKI
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