NODRAMA started to write songs and to improve older tracks and decided to do some shows to present the band in members' city and around. After a good reaction from a lot of people, NODRAMA recorded 3 songs to spread some copies, the response was very positive. That situation motivated the band to start recording a self-produced demo in its rehearsal room. NODRAMA reached a good sounding work of 10 tracks to offer an attractive demo entitled "I Mind". This demo has been edited in April 2008 and received a great response from both people and press, getting really great reviews in the most important webzines and magazines dedicated to rock music from Spain.
All these experiences gave the chance of having better shows, such as playing big acts with artists like Whitesnake, Cynic and important bands from the Basque and Spanish scene and let NODRAMA improving the way of playing live and finding more and more comfortable together.
After doing a last show promoting "I Mind" in its city, with a great answer and support from a lot of people, the band focused in the writing process for new songs that will compose the first album. A new chance to grow as a band and songwriters, really focused on the idea of improving the songs quality from the "I Mind" demo and involving everything they want to show in their songs: anger, melody, catchy choruses and direct lyrics, but always having the idea of making an easy to listen music. The band finds a sound that¥s still fresh and original but also familiar for anyone who listens, who will find lots of different ways of understanding music in the NODRAMA songs.
Believer
NoDrama Lyrics
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No one can explain what changed him
Left the house of God to discover what controls
Every step of sons that don′t trust in
Now the bitter is gone
There was a time that stained his spiny crown
The religion, the foe
Sins and betrayals
To go away from pain
Death can be recognized (recognized)
In the fire of his eyes
Sins and betrayals
To go away from pain
Death can be recognized (recognized)
In the fire of his eyes
Now his life belongs to the shadows of this world
No one can explain what changed him
Left the house of God to discover what controls
Every step of sons that don't trust in
Now the bitter is gone
There was a time that stained his spiny crown
The religion, the foe
Shelter of the fanatic
Now the bitter is gone
There was a time that stained his empty throne
The religion, the foe
Shelter of the fanatic
Sins and betrayals
To go away from pain
Death can be recognized (recognized)
In the fire of his eyes
Sins and betrayals
To go away from pain
Death can be recognized (recognized)
In the fire of his eyes
The acts of violence
Are screaming in silence
His last prayer
Belongs to the dark
The acts of violence
Are screaming in silence
His last prayer
Belongs to the dark
Sins and betrayals
To go away from pain
Death can be recognized
In the fire of his eyes
Sins and betrayals
To go away from pain
Death can be recognized
In the fire of his eyes
Sins and betrayals
To go away from pain
Death can be recognized
In the fire of his eyes
Sins and betrayals
To go away from pain
Death can be recognized
In the fire of his eyes
The lyrics of NoDrama's "Believer" delve into the struggles of a person who has lost their faith in God, a trajectory that is shrouded in mystery and cannot be explained with certainty. The deeply personal nature of this loss is depicted in the lyrics "Everything belongs to the shadows of his life," and "his life belongs to the shadows of this world." The singer has left the "house of God," and the lyrics suggest that this is a journey of self-discovery and an attempt to gain control over his life. The religious institution as depicted in the song is presented as a shelter for fanatics, and the singer has left this behind in search of his own truths.
The lyrics are rife with images of betrayal, pain, death, and fire, symbolizing intense emotions that the singer is feeling. He has experienced sins and betrayals, and these have left him in pain. It is not clear what these betrayals are and who has betrayed him. Still, the singer seeks to move away from the pain by recognizing death "in the fire of his eyes." The acts of violence are screaming in silence, and his last prayer belongs to the dark, suggesting a somber quest for peace and resolution, despite the unsolved mysteries from the singer's past.
Line by Line Meaning
Everything belongs to the shadows of his life
His life is consumed by darkness and he feels as though nothing positive exists in his world.
No one can explain what changed him
He has changed so dramatically that those around him cannot comprehend what has caused the shift in his behavior.
Left the house of God to discover what controls
He left his faith to try and understand what is truly in control of his life.
Every step of sons that don′t trust in
He is aware of the distrust his absence may cause in others who share his beliefs.
Now the bitter is gone
He has overcome the negative feelings that plagued him before.
There was a time that stained his spiny crown
He has faced difficult trials that have left their mark on him in a symbolic way.
The religion, the foe
To him, his faith has become an adversary rather than a source of comfort or guidance.
Shelter of the fanatic
He believes that those who cling to religion as an absolute are misguided and perhaps even dangerous.
Sins and betrayals
He has experienced guilt and mistrust both towards and from others.
To go away from pain
He feels that by committing acts of violence, these negative emotions will be pushed away.
Death can be recognized (recognized)
He understands that his violent actions may result in consequences, possibly even his own death.
In the fire of his eyes
The intensity of his gaze may reveal that darkness still lurks within him.
His last prayer
Even though he has strayed from faith, he still holds on to the idea of prayer and seeks solace in the darkness.
Belongs to the dark
His final plea for peace is to the shadowy, uncertain unknown that he now sees as the guiding force in his life.
Writer(s): Iker Llona Bidaurrazaga
Contributed by Maria L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Crazedbythedays
This band needs more recognition. I'm pushing it to all my friends as they have a great album.