The four piece band from southern California, formed in early 2009, features current and former members of some of the most influential punk and hardcore bands from the past decade. Guitarist Chris Chasse has an impressive resume that includes a tenure with Rise Against (Siren Song of the Counter Culture ‘04 and The Sufferer & the Witness ’06). Bassist Brett Rasmussen and guitarist Nik Hill are both long standing members of the Orange County hardcore outfit Ignite and drummer Todd Hennig was the percussive force behind Death By Stereo for three albums.
Bassist Brett Rasmussen explained “Most of us have known each other for quite a few years and we were all really excited to put together a new band that would be more than just a side project” Nations Afire has came out of the gate swinging completing a month long European tour, as their first tour which, including festivals dates with NOFX, Rise Against and The Get Up Kids.
Members:
Nik Hill: Vocals/Guitar
Chris Chasse: Guitar/Vocals
Brett Rasmussen: Bass/Vocals
Todd Hennig: Drums
Nations Afire's debut full length was released on July 2nd, 2013 via Hardline Entertainment.
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Wolves
Nations Afire Lyrics
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what I'd give for
all of my days
Give me something to live for
Roll those dice
Don't think twice
There's always something left to say
No indication that these sacrifices are in vain
Hear the wolves cry out again
Let me do this my own way
You won't shatter me
I'm torn as under
washed in blood though
Knowing myself like I've never known you
all my life
No one tried to warn me
Warn me
Sometimes I can't help but remembering
No indication that these sacrifices are in vain
Hear the wolves cry out again
Let me do this my own way
(I chased them all away)
So why do you
why do you
why do you all cut me down at every chance
Let the wolves cry out again
You won't shatter me
We were lost
We were found
Where were you?
And we wait for wheels to hit the ground
White lies were said
To ignite our flame
White lies were said
Can you hear them?
Hear the wolves cry out again
(You won't shatter me)
Let me do this my own way
(I chased them all away)
So why do you
why do you
why do you all cut me down
Let the wolves cry out again
You won't shatter me
You won't shatter me
You won't shatter me
You won't shatter me
The song "Wolves" by Nations Afire is a powerful and emotional track that deals with themes of personal strength, defiance, and resilience against those who seek to tear us down. The opening stanza sets the tone for the song, with the singer proclaiming that this is their last chance and they need something to live for. The line "Roll those dice, don't think twice" is a metaphor for taking chances and going for broke, while the line "there's always something left to say" encourages listeners to speak their truth and never give up their voice.
The chorus of the song features the repeated refrain "Hear the wolves cry out again, let me do this my own way". This metaphorical "wolf" represents those who seek to bring the singer down, and the singer responds by insisting on doing things their own way and not letting the wolves shatter them. The lines "so why do you all cut me down at every chance" speak to the idea of people trying to diminish the singer's power, but ultimately failing.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's personal struggles, as they describe feeling torn and washed in blood, yet still possessing a sense of self-knowledge that they don't share with others. The lines "No one tried to warn me, warn me" suggest that the singer is used to fighting their battles alone and doesn't expect help from others. The song's refrain repeats once more before closing out with the defiant statement "you won't shatter me".
Line by Line Meaning
This is the last chance,
It is the final opportunity to make things right.
what I'd give for
I wish for something with everything I have.
all of my days
I want something to live for as long as I exist.
Give me something to live for
Providing me a reason to survive and thrive.
Roll those dice
Take a chance on something unpredictable.
Don't think twice
Do what needs to be done without hesitation.
There's always something left to say
There is always something that can be expressed or shared.
Sometimes I can't help but remembering
At times, it is hard not to think about the past.
No indication that these sacrifices are in vain
There is no evidence that the effort and tribulations are pointless.
Hear the wolves cry out again
Listen to the sound of the animals being wild and honest.
Let me do this my own way
Allow me to pursue my own goals and methods.
You won't shatter me
I will not be broken by any amount of adversity.
I'm torn as under
Feeling conflicted and distressed inside.
washed in blood though
Covered in evidence of violence, yet unbroken.
Knowing myself like I've never known you
Understanding my own mind better than anyone else's.
all my life
Throughout my entire existence.
No one tried to warn me
No one ever attempted to advise or guard me.
Sometimes I can't help but remembering
At times, it is hard not to think about the past.
Hear the wolves cry out again
Listen to the sound of the animals being wild and honest.
Let me do this my own way
Allow me to pursue my own goals and methods.
(I chased them all away)
I fought off all my demons on my own.
So why do you
What is the reason for your actions?
why do you
What is the cause behind your words?
why do you all cut me down at every chance
Why do you consistently bring me down whenever possible?
We were lost
We were without direction or guidance.
We were found
We discovered our purpose or meaning.
Where were you?
Why were you not present during our journey?
And we wait for wheels to hit the ground
We anticipate something happening, for the situation to change.
White lies were said
Small, intentional falsehoods were spoken.
To ignite our flame
To inspire, motivate, or arouse a passionate emotion within us.
Can you hear them?
Are you aware of the sounds and messages being conveyed around you?
You won't shatter me
I will not be broken by any amount of adversity.
Contributed by Natalie K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Spectral Fire
Believe I've commented every song so... You know the formula. Although seriously. If this album is anything to go by... Fuck. Yes. Bring on many, many more and let our ears welcome them with open arms, legs, orifices and all that follows.
AnthoCH
How ironic
nahailyenvanakkor
The song from RA is a pretty good, though.
Btw, now NA has a song called "Violence", can't be a coincidence.