Proceed a German EBM band and Proceed,a… Read Full Bio ↴There are 2 bands named Proceed.
Proceed a German EBM band and Proceed,a British post-hardcore band.
1. The German EBM/Electro Band formed in 1999.
Since the release of their first album PROCEED have had live support from drummer Rene S. In 2005 PROCEED appeared on the “Out Of Line - Awake the Machines Vol. 5” sampler, and an enormous positive response led to them signing to this famous label. They are described as a classic EBM band with a modern face, bringing strength of the old sound and introducing it to a mix of other influences and new age sounds.
2. Proceed (UK) post-hardcore quintet started in 2007.
Since then they have had major plays on Alex Bakers 'The Unsigned Show', on Kerrang! Radio.
Following this success they have played with some of the biggest names in the UK scene and Proceed are set for big things in 2010 with the release of their new 7-track mini-album "Curious Electric"
Websites:
Proceed (Germany)
http://www.proceedweb.de
http://www.outofline.de/Proceed/indexeng.html
Proceed (UK):
http://www.proceed-online.com
http://www.proceed.bigcartel.com/
http://www.myspace.com/proceed
http://itwillbeheard.blogspot.com/2009/08/proceed.html
http://www.facebook.com/proceedband
Strange Meeting
Proceed Lyrics
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Stop drop and roll, we're burning
Bound in these chains, I'm turning
Stop drop and roll, we're burning
Whoaa
I can't feel my hands
I can't feel my hands
Bound in these chains, I'm turning
Stop drop and roll, we're burning
Whoaa
Don't stop now, give me more, this feels good
Please administer more
I'd sooner be left alone then staying here
But you are all I have so wont you stand
Please stand by my side
Before I say goodnight
Here I lie alone inside of my shell
Stunned, oblivious to exterior hell
I wait patiently, and I will fight
To stay, in this tranquil state of mind
Won't let this song drag me behind
And all of the surrounding elements
That drag me down stream
I'm fighting up this stream
I'm fighting up this stream
My mind's slowly awakening now
And it's clear why this state will never last
But sir your steady hand
Means nothing in this place
I apologize
My mind's slowly awakening now
And it's clear why this state could never last
But sir your steady hand
Means nothing in this place
I apologize
The lyrics of Proceed's song "Strange Meeting" depict the struggle of an individual who is metaphorically chained and burning inside. The chorus "Bound in these chains, I'm turning, Stop drop and roll, we're burning" highlights the severity of the situation. The singer is unable to feel anything and the sensation is spreading to their head. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the pain and the urgency of the situation. In the following verse, the individual seems to be asking for more painkillers, "Please administer more", as they no longer wish to be left alone. However, they do acknowledge that the only company they have is the ones who are also causing the pain. The singer then asks for someone to stand by their side before they say goodnight, as if they are unsure if they're going to make it through.
The next verse reveals that the singer is in a state of shock. They're lying inside of their shell and are disconnected from the outside world. The individual is also fighting to stay in a tranquil state of mind and not let the metaphorical song of life drag them behind. The singer is actively fighting against the elements that are dragging them down the stream, metaphorically representing how life can wear them down. The chorus repeats, but this time, the singer seems to be more aware of the situation - "My mind's slowly awakening now, and it's clear why this state could never last, But sir your steady hand means nothing in this place, I apologize." The steady hand mentioned seems to be of a doctor, and the singer understands that the doctor cannot help them in this situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Bound in these chains, I'm turning
Feeling constrained and helpless in my current situation
Stop drop and roll, we're burning
Our situation is dire and urgent, we need to act fast
I can't feel my hands
Feeling numb and powerless
It's spreading to my head
Feeling overwhelmed and losing control
Don't stop now, give me more, this feels good
Despite the pain, I crave more of the only escape I have
Please administer more
Asking for more of the escape even though it's harming me
I'd sooner be left alone then staying here
Feeling trapped and alone in a place I don't want to be
But you are all I have so won't you stand
Asking for support and companionship in my struggle
Please stand by my side
Begging for someone to stay with me through this
Before I say goodnight
Asking for support before I lose consciousness or give up
Here I lie alone inside of my shell
Feeling isolated and disconnected from the world
Stunned, oblivious to exterior hell
Ignoring the harsh reality of my surroundings and just trying to survive mentally
I wait patiently, and I will fight
Waiting for an opportunity to escape, but willing to keep fighting in the meantime
To stay, in this tranquil state of mind
Desiring peace and calmness within oneself
Won't let this song drag me behind
Refusing to be brought down by the negative aspects of life or the song
And all the surrounding elements that drag me down stream
All the negative aspects of life that hold me back and make me feel helpless
I'm fighting up this stream
I am struggling and fighting to overcome the negative aspects of life
My mind's slowly awakening now
Gradually becoming aware of my surroundings and reality
And it's clear why this state could never last
Realizing that the escape and tranquility cannot last forever
But sir your steady hand means nothing in this place
Despite the help and support of others, it does not change the harshness of the situation
I apologize
Feeling remorseful for the burden and hardship caused to others
Contributed by Gabriella Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.