'TUNE! - High speed shredding and a bucketful of attitude' – CLASSIC ROCK
'Some may find themselves spontaneously throwing devil horns in salute to the Enemy and The Ornament's rampant melodic chuggery' – KERRANG!
'A Gift To Remember has the chorus to qualify it as a genuine metal hit' – METAL HAMMER UK
'The UK is not exactly the most lucrative creative hotbed when it comes to Power Metal, but this smart, slick debut from Neonfly is about to change all that.' –POWERPLAY MAGAZINE
Broken Wings
Neonfly Lyrics
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I know you've tried it many times before
A broken glass is all you need
You see the white light and the open door
A world of lies and shattered dreams
Has tossed you in the gutter
You try to fly with broken wings
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Stand up and fight!
Stand up and fight!
You live in fear and segregation
All fingers point at you and you don't want
To play their game and have your share
You have the power to resist the floods
The fools are gathering again
Fighting for the spotlight
Turn your back and walk away
Now!
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
A world of lies and shattered dreams
Has tossed you in the gutter
You try to fly with broken wings
But you keep on falling
The fools are gathering again
Fighting for the spotlight
Turn your back and walk away
Now!
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Stand up and fight!
Stand up and fight!
Stand up and fight!
Run Free, run free, yeah!
Neonfly's Broken Wings is a powerful song that deals with the themes of brokenness, empowerment, and standing up for oneself. The song begins with describing the singer's encounter with someone who has tried to change their life before but has failed. The use of descriptive language, such as 'empty eyes' and 'broken glass,' paints a vivid picture of desolation and hopelessness. However, the singer reminds this person that there is still hope despite their failed attempts. The lines "you try to fly with broken wings, but you keep on falling" is a metaphor for the person trying to break free from their past and their limitations but failing each time.
The chorus of the song is repetitive, with the lines "rise above the ashes," "don't be afraid," and "stand and face the masses" serving as a rallying cry for people to stand up for themselves despite their circumstances. The song takes on a political tone in the second verse, with lines like "you live in fear and segregation/all fingers point at you and you don't want to play their game." The singer encourages the person to use their power to resist the status quo and not let their past define them.
Overall, Broken Wings is a song about resilience and empowerment. It speaks to the universal struggle of overcoming one's circumstances and fighting for a better life. It is a reminder that even though we may have broken wings, we can still learn to fly.
Line by Line Meaning
Your empty eyes are looking my way
I can see through the facade, the emptiness behind your eyes; you’re looking in my direction but I am not fooled by you.
I know you’ve tried it many times before
You’ve tried to deceive and manipulate people like me multiple times, but I'm not falling for it anymore.
A broken glass is all you need
You crave destruction and chaos, and even a simple broken glass feels good in your hands.
You see the white light and the open door
You’re drawn to the idea of an easy escape, but what lies beyond that light and door is unknown.
A world of lies and shattered dreams
The life you’ve always known and relied on is built on deception and broken hopes.
Has tossed you in the gutter
You’ve been cast aside, neglected, and left with nothing in the filth of the world.
You try to fly with broken wings
You still cling to the hope of freedom and happiness even though you're missing the integral parts that were supposed to get you there.
But you keep on falling
You continue to stumble and fail because you refuse to acknowledge that you are greatly flawed.
Rise above the ashes
Embrace rejection, and use it to fuel a resolution to improve.
Don’t be afraid
Do not shy away from the endeavor of self-betterment, and be willing to take risks to achieve your new goals.
To stand and face the masses
Surviving hardship can also serve as a mode of inspiration and empowerment.
A one-eyed prophet
A leader whose vision is not confined to trivial matters and can implement change on a larger scale.
To lead the blind
To help those who are trapped on a certain path and cannot find their way out alone.
To kill the outcast
To eliminate discrimination and hate for those who do not conform to societal norms.
Stand up and fight!
Be proactive in fighting oppression and embrace change that can improve humanity as a whole.
You live in fear and segregation
You are a victim of the unjust practices of society that encourages oppression and exclusivity.
All fingers point at you and you don’t want
You feel the immense pressure of conformity weighing heavily on you and you resist being manipulated.
To play their game and have your share
You refuse to take part in a system that promotes and rewards immorality and deception.
You have the power to resist the floods
Your ability to withstand the tsunami of misinformation and lies has the power to inspire change.
The fools are gathering again
Those who exploit ignorance and discrimination for their personal gains are coming together again.
Fighting for the spotlight
They’re trying to manipulate the masses again to see them as heroes when they are really the villains.
Turn your back and walk away
Do not allow yourself to be fooled again.
Now!
It’s time to act boldly and inspire change.
Stand up and fight!
It’s time to be brave and fight the corrupt practices of society.
Run free, run free, yeah!
Every individual deserves freedom and they should not be held back by the corruption present in society.
Contributed by Jordan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@UmNerdInsano
Your empty eyes are looking my way
I know you've tried it many times before
A broken glass is all you need
You see the white light and the open door
A world of lies and shattered dreams
Has tossed you in the gutter
You try to fly with broken wings
But you keep on falling
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Stand up and fight!
Stand up and fight!
You live in fear and segregation
All fingers point at you and you don't want
To play their game and have your share
You have the power to resist the floods
The fools are gathering again
Fighting for the spotlight
Turn your back and walk away
Now!
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
A world of lies and shattered dreams
Has tossed you in the gutter
You try to fly with broken wings
But you keep on falling
The fools are gathering again
Fighting for the spotlight
Turn your back and walk away
Now!
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Stand up and fight!
Stand up and fight!
Run Free, run free, yeah!
@MusicVany1
Gone see them live with Magnum! :) Realy looking forward to it!
@PastequeNotoire
Best masterpiece ever.
@XVampirladyShizukaX
So awesome music ^^
@oscarcartes3457
Excellent
@cashewedalmonds
There is a certain quality to this composition that makes it one of the greatest. Cheers to NEONFLY
@RIP79141
likeeee :D thanks for comming to pratteln
@stezzswift9030
Please play this at Download. I will be so happy. Like really happy. So darn happy. More happy than a bear chowing down on some honey.
@TheonlygamingZiltoid
Seriously no-ones commented on this masterpiece?
@UmNerdInsano
Your empty eyes are looking my way
I know you've tried it many times before
A broken glass is all you need
You see the white light and the open door
A world of lies and shattered dreams
Has tossed you in the gutter
You try to fly with broken wings
But you keep on falling
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Stand up and fight!
Stand up and fight!
You live in fear and segregation
All fingers point at you and you don't want
To play their game and have your share
You have the power to resist the floods
The fools are gathering again
Fighting for the spotlight
Turn your back and walk away
Now!
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
A world of lies and shattered dreams
Has tossed you in the gutter
You try to fly with broken wings
But you keep on falling
The fools are gathering again
Fighting for the spotlight
Turn your back and walk away
Now!
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Rise above the ashes
Don't be afraid
To stand and face the masses
A one-eyed prophet
To lead the blind
To kill the outcast
Stand up and fight
Stand up and fight!
Stand up and fight!
Run Free, run free, yeah!
@engenhariademinas5380
what is a "one eyed prophet"?