In September 2010 the band reunited with new drummer Martin Davies and are currently writing material for a new album and live shows in 2011. An EP entitled "Fragmented Armageddon" will be released in June 2013.
Although they claimed not to be a "political band" — they are simply "political people" who are also musicians, they say the group's lyrics have a political message which can be interpreted as generally anti-capitalist and anarchist.
1845
One Minute Silence Lyrics
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All our hopes and our dreams are a far cry
1845 - until the hate dies
All the sticks and the stones and the names fly
1845 - look into my eyes
You want to burn with the rest be my guest - die
1845 - under a dark cloud
You want to walk in the past
1845!
1845!
1845!
1845!
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
No more, I see no reason to be,
Not for a dream, not for a lie,
Not for a queen, not for a king
Not for the words in the song that you sing,
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
1845!
1845!
1845!
1845!
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
No more, I see no reason to die,
Not for a flag, not for a high,
Not for a god, not for a book,
Not for the world and the way it should look
The way we live, they way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
The lyrics of One Minute Silence's song 1845 are a powerful commentary on the cyclical nature of hate, violence, and oppression throughout history. The year 1845 serves as a symbol of this endless cycle, a time when the world was plagued by social and political unrest, and many people were fighting for their rights and their lives. The repeated chant of "1845!" throughout the song represents the continued existence of this struggle, and the fact that despite our progress as a society, we are still fighting the same battles today.
The lyrics also touch on the idea that there is no reason to die for any cause, whether it be a flag, a god, or a book. The line "Not for the words in the song that you sing" suggests that even the things we love and believe in can be used to justify violence and oppression. Instead of dying for any cause, the song encourages us to hold our heads up and reject the cycle of hate and violence that has plagued humanity for centuries. The final line, "Is it black enough now?" is a provocative question that challenges us to confront the darker aspects of our history, society, and ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
1845 - until the fires die
Until the conflicts and wars end, our aspirations and desires will remain unfulfilled and distant.
1845 - until the hate dies
Until the hatred and animosity between people cease, hurtful actions and insults will continue to fly around.
1845 - look into my eyes
If you are determined to risk your life trying to destroy everything, I won't stop you - go ahead and die.
1845 - under a dark cloud
If you insist on living in the past, then live under a veil of obscurity and negativity - see if that satisfies you.
1845!
The year 1845 is symbolic of a time of revolution and change - a rallying cry for action.
Let's take another ride
Let's embark on another journey or adventure together.
No more, I see no reason to be,
I refuse to continue following blindly without purpose or meaning.
Not for a dream, not for a lie,
I won't risk my life for illusions or deceit.
Not for a queen, not for a king
I won't blindly follow or sacrifice myself for royalty or authority.
Not for the words in the song that you sing,
I won't follow empty promises and ideals in music or propaganda.
The way we live, the way we die,
The way we conduct our lives will determine how we ultimately leave this world.
The way it is - hold your head up
Despite the harsh realities and difficulties of life, we must retain our dignity and integrity.
Until the fires die - A million dead
If we continue down this path of destruction and violence, countless lives will be lost.
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Have we reached a point of utter chaos and darkness that demands action and rebellion?
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: BRIAN JOHN BARRY, CHRISTIAN IGNATIOU, EDWIN GEORGE DEEN STRATTON, GLEN MARIO DIANI, MASSIMO FIOCCO
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@marckanthony320
1845 - until the fires die
All our hopes and our dreams are a far cry
1845 - until the hate dies
All the sticks and the stones and the names fly
1845 - look into my eyes
You want to burn with the rest be my guest - die
1845 - under a dark cloud
You want to walk in the past
Is it black enough now?
1845!
1845!
1845!
1845!
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
No more, I see no reason to be,
Not for a dream, not for a lie,
Not for a queen, not for a king
Not for the words in the song that you sing,
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
1845!
1845!
1845!
1845!
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
No more, I see no reason to die,
Not for a flag, not for a high,
Not for a god, not for a book,
Not for the world and the way it should look
The way we live, they way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
@lucasbarbosa3283
1845 - until the fires die
All our hopes and our dreams are a far cry
1845 - until the hate dies
All the sticks and the stones and the names fly
1845 - look into my eyes
You wanna burn with the rest be my guest - die
1845 - under a dark cloud
You wanna walk in the past
Is it black enough now
1845
Let's take another ride
No more, I see no reason to die,
Not for a dream, not for a lie,
Not for a queen, not for a king
Not for the words in the song that you sing,
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
1845
Let's take another ride
No more, I see no reason to die,
Not for a flag, not for a high,
Not for a god, not for a book,
Not for the world and the way it should look
The way we live, they way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
Until the fires die - A million dead
Is it black enough now?
1845
@datboi1971
Championship Motorcross 2001 was so much more lit when this song came on 😌 God I miss my childhood.
@maxh9579
This band is so talented I wish they had more music out
@George-fu9vu
Wow, I have loved this album since i was a kid but didnt listen to it for years and rediscovered it last week. Now I actually understand the lyrics and now it is even better!!! PLEASE START MAKING NEW ALBUMS!!!
@stringfino
Best song motocross Championship 2001
@PateMainz05
Saw them i Stockholm/Sweden and then Fear Factory. Love them.
@isaalgunner7333
when this song played at the start of a race, i simply had to win
@qriminal1648
One of the greatest from the era.
@marckanthony320
1845 - until the fires die
All our hopes and our dreams are a far cry
1845 - until the hate dies
All the sticks and the stones and the names fly
1845 - look into my eyes
You want to burn with the rest be my guest - die
1845 - under a dark cloud
You want to walk in the past
Is it black enough now?
1845!
1845!
1845!
1845!
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
No more, I see no reason to be,
Not for a dream, not for a lie,
Not for a queen, not for a king
Not for the words in the song that you sing,
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
1845!
1845!
1845!
1845!
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
Let's take another ride
No more, I see no reason to die,
Not for a flag, not for a high,
Not for a god, not for a book,
Not for the world and the way it should look
The way we live, they way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
The way we live, the way we die,
The way it is - hold your head up
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Until the fires die - A million dead
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
Is it black enough now? - 1845!
@Nplasma17
Both times he says "I see no reason to die". Aside from that, great job.
@northernimagesphotography
I’m here for another ride !!!!!! 2003 Manchester academy last time, let’s have some more !!! Until the fires died !