The Night Terrors of 1927 are an indie/alternative pop duo based out of Los… Read Full Bio ↴The Night Terrors of 1927 are an indie/alternative pop duo based out of Los Angeles, California. The duo consists of Jarrod Gorbel (former lead vocalist of The Honorary Title) and Blake Sennett (ex-guitarist for Rilo Kiley.

Coming together in mid 2012, the duo released their debut single "Dust And Bones" in November of 2012, along with another track, "Watch The World Go Dark". Both tracks garnered widespread attention from around the globe, leading the duo to sign to Atlantic Records that summer.

In November 2013, the duo released their debut EP, "Guilty Pleas" on Atlantic Records. The EP features Dust And Bones and four new tracks.

Fresh off of their first tour with The Colourist, the band is currently recording their debut album, which will be released on Atlantic Records sometime in the near future.

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Running in Place
Night Terrors of 1927 Lyrics

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Walk into a cathedral made of lead
They were on their knees, they were in their beds
Staying up all night praying on the letter they sent
Gave a confession, just forgot what I said

In the dark alleys with the black cats and cliché
Fall the white ashes of the ones we tried to save
Saw the sky turn red from the storm we chased

As the colors run towards our last day

We are running in place
(We are, we are) bones that are breaking
(We are, we are) ground and it's shaking
(We are, we are) lives that we're taking
We are running in place

Wake me up tonight and raise me from the grave
Smoke the devil out chase the demons all away
And we watch the crowd as the sky turn grey
And we spun our weaves never moved away

We are running in place
(We are, we are) bones that are breaking
(We are, we are) ground and it's shaking
(We are, we are) lives that we're taking
We are running in place
(We are, we are) blades that are spinning
(We are, we are) cups that are brimming
(We are, we are) lives and we're living

We'll let the world turn on its head
We'll let the pillars turn to sand
We'll let the wolves out of their den
We are, we are, we are

We are bones that are breaking
We are lives that we're taking
We are running in place

(We are, we are) bones that are breaking
(We are, we are) ground and it's shaking
(We are, we are) lives that we're taking
We are running in place
(We are, we are) blades that are spinning
(We are, we are) cups that are brimming

(We are, we are) lives and we're living
We are running in place

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Running In Place" by Night Terrors of 1927 depict a desolate and nihilistic view of the world. The opening lines "walk into a cathedral made of lead, they were on their knees, they were in their beds" depict a bleak image of people praying hopelessly in a suffocating and oppressive environment. The lyrics continue to describe a failed attempt to save someone, as "white ashes of the ones we tried to save" fall in dark alleys. The sky turns red, symbolizing the impending doom that is closing in. The lyrics suggest that the world is on the brink of destruction and people are helpless in the unfolding events.

The chorus "we are running in place" is repeated several times throughout the song, serving as a metaphor for the futility of human endeavors. It suggests that no matter how hard people try, they are not getting anywhere, and their actions are ultimately meaningless. The mention of "blades that are spinning" and "lives that we're taking" suggests that people are becoming more violent and destructive in their efforts to survive. The lyrics convey a sense of despair, and the line "we'll let the wolves out of their den" suggests that people have given up and are letting chaos reign.

Line by Line Meaning

Walk into a cathedral made of lead
Entering a place that should bring positivity and light, but instead is heavy and ominous.

They were on their knees, they were in their beds
Feeling lost and helpless, turning to faith for guidance and hope.

Staying up all night praying on the letter they sent
Focusing on one specific event, trying to control the outcome through prayer and worry.

Gave a confession, just forgot what I said
Confessing to something, but not even sure what that something is. Living with guilt and uncertainty.

In the dark alleys with the black cats and cliché
Being in a place of darkness and negativity, surrounded by stereotypes and recurring patterns.

Fall the white ashes of the ones we tried to save
Experiencing loss and the failure to protect those we care about. Ashes symbolizing death and destruction.

Saw the sky turn red from the storm we chased
Chasing something that causes chaos and destruction. Seeing a symbolic representation of the damage caused.

As the colors run towards our last day
Everything is figuratively blending together towards the end, all color and individuality stripped away.

We are running in place
Feeling stuck and unmoving, not progressing or growing.

(We are, we are) bones that are breaking
Feeling physically or mentally broken, unable to cope or heal completely.

(We are, we are) ground and it's shaking
Life is unstable and constantly changing, causing anxiety and uncertainty.

(We are, we are) lives that we're taking
Metaphorically destroying lives, as well as jeopardizing our own.

(We are, we are) blades that are spinning
Causing potential harm to ourselves and others, through physical or emotional means.

(We are, we are) cups that are brimming
Being at a point of overflowing, but not in a positive way. Feeling overwhelmed and unfulfilled.

(We are, we are) lives and we're living
Existing, but not thriving or truly living.

Wake me up tonight and raise me from the grave
Desperately seeking intervention and rescue, feeling like we are already dead or dying.

Smoke the devil out chase the demons all away
Trying to rid ourselves of negativity and darkness, overcoming inner demons and external influences.

And we watch the crowd as the sky turns grey
Observing others and the world around us, while feeling disconnected and introspective.

And we spun our weaves never moved away
Getting caught up in our own thoughts and worries, feeling trapped and unable to move forward or make changes.

We'll let the world turn on its head
Surrendering control, allowing chaos and unpredictability to rule.

We'll let the pillars turn to sand
Watching structures and foundations fall apart, experiencing loss and destruction.

We'll let the wolves out of their den
Allowing dangerous and predatory forces to be unleashed, increasing fear and instability.

We are bones that are breaking
Repeating a theme of feeling fragile and brittle.

We are lives that we're taking
Acknowledging the negative impact we are having on ourselves and others.

We are running in place
Closing the song with the same line, emphasizing the feeling of being stuck and not moving forward.

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BLAKE SENNETT, JARROD GORBEL

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