Floor collaborated with Waldemar Sorychta (Grip Inc. and Enemy of the Sun) and After Forever colleague Joost van den Broek (keyboards and arrangements) to write their debut album, ReVamp, which was released in May 2010 by Nuclear Blast Records. They also colaborated with the drummer Koen Herfst (I Chaos, Xenobia and Dew-Scented). ReVamp's debut album studio lineup consisted of Floor Jansen (singer and songwriter), Joost van den Broek (keyboards, songwriting and production), Waldemar Sorychta (guitars, bass, songwriting and produtcion) and Koen Herfst (drums).
Floor announced that they were on hiatus in 2015, due to her commitments with Nightwish. She has said that she is unsure if the band will ever return.
Official Website: www.revampmusic.com
Break
ReVamp Lyrics
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It feels like bathing in ice
It feels like dying; parts of me just did
And it hurts more than you know
Yes, I'm hurt more than I'll show
Feel so harmed and broken, backstabbed and deceived
Didn't I know it just got too hard?
But didn't we share this passion carved into our hearts?
We didn't know what more to do and saw it all just slip away
But underneath my pain, it's pride that still burns
No-one can ruin the years we had as one before we went astray
I will not forget, no
I've lost the magic we shared
I've lost faith without despair
And I am losing so much more now that this ends
Breaking the chain that's holding you back
Breaking it all due to faith that you lack
And I thought we fought all battles, but this can't ever be won
We didn't know what more to do and saw it all just slip away
But underneath my pain, it's pride that still burns
No-one can ruin the years we had as one before we went astray
I will not forget, no...
Behind the broken dreams lies my heart
Behind my iron will I'm still hurt
Beyond my broken dreams lies my path
(I'm bleeding for the heart, the truth has stabbed with frozen faith)
Behind the grand facade I break down
(I'm picking up the pieces of a heart that had blind faith)
Part of me has died
Part of me has died
Part of me has died
I didn't know what more to do and saw it all just slip away
But underneath my pain it's hope that still burns
No-one can ruin the years we had as one before it went astray
I'll never forget, no
The lyrics of ReVamp's song "Break" are about a painful break up, where the singer is struggling to come to terms with the end of a relationship. The first two lines of the song suggest that the singer is feeling physically and emotionally numb, as if they are in shock. The use of words such as "knife" and "ice" create a sense of sharp, cold pain.
The next lines reveal the extent of the singer's pain and hurt, which they are struggling to express. They feel deceived and backstabbed, suggesting that there may have been betrayal involved in the break-up. The next lines, "Didn't I see it falling apart? Didn't I know it just got too hard?" suggest that the singer is questioning their own judgment and ability to see the signs that the relationship was ending. However, they also acknowledge the passion that they shared with their partner and the memories that they created together.
The chorus of the song speaks about the singer's resolve to move on from the pain, but also the pride that they feel in the memories and the love that they shared with their partner. The second verse speaks about the loss of faith, hope and magic that the singer feels after the end of the relationship. However, they are determined to break free from the chain that is holding them back and to move forward. The bridge of the song speaks about the singer's struggle to come to terms with the break-up, and the pain that they are experiencing. However, they are still hopeful and determined to move forward with their life.
Line by Line Meaning
It feels like a knife
I am experiencing intense emotional pain that is akin to a physical wound caused by a sharp object such as a knife.
It feels like bathing in ice
The pain I feel is so cold, it's like sinking in freezing water.
It feels like dying; parts of me just did
The emotional hurt is so severe that it feels like a part of me just died.
And it hurts more than you know
The pain I feel is beyond your understanding.
Yes, I'm hurt more than I'll show
I am experiencing even more pain than I am displaying or admitting to.
Feel so harmed and broken, backstabbed and deceived
I feel deeply wounded, betrayed, and left with a sense of broken trust and damaged self-esteem.
Didn't I see it falling apart?
I am questioning my ability to recognize when something is coming apart or ending.
Didn't I know it just got too hard?
I am questioning whether I realized or acknowledged the fact that the situation had become too difficult to overcome.
But didn't we share this passion carved into our hearts?
Despite the difficulties, I am remembering the intense passion we once shared and how deeply it was ingrained in our hearts.
We didn't know what more to do and saw it all just slip away
We were at a loss for how to save the situation and ultimately watched everything crumble despite our efforts.
But underneath my pain, it's pride that still burns
Despite the hurt and devastation, I still have a sense of pride and refuse to let go of that pride.
No-one can ruin the years we had as one before we went astray
Regardless of the end result, the memories of the good times we shared will always remain untouched by anyone else.
I will not forget, no
I am determined to hold onto the memories and the good parts of what we had.
I've lost the magic we shared
The special bond and connection we had is gone.
I've lost faith without despair
I am struggling to maintain hope and belief in the future despite the feelings of despair that come with losing something important.
And I am losing so much more now that this ends
In addition to the lost sense of magic and faith, I am losing other things as well as the situation comes to a close.
Breaking the chain that's holding you back
I am taking action to break free from the negative cycle or pattern that has been keeping me stuck or unhappy.
Breaking it all due to faith that you lack
The decision to break free is fueled by a lack of faith and an absence of confidence in the situation.
And I thought we fought all battles, but this can't ever be won
Despite all of the effort we put into trying to save the situation, it ultimately cannot be resolved and is beyond saving.
Behind the broken dreams lies my heart
The shattered dreams and disappointments are really just an outward reflection of the hurt inside of me.
Behind my iron will I'm still hurt
Despite my strong will and determination to move forward, the pain and hurt still linger underneath it all.
Beyond my broken dreams lies my path
Looking past the disappointment and devastation, I am determined to find a new direction and a new path for myself.
(I'm bleeding for the heart, the truth has stabbed with frozen faith)
I am experiencing a deep sense of emotional pain, and the truth - as hard as it is to face - has left me feeling frozen and helpless.
Behind the grand facade I break down
Despite any outward appearances or facades I may be putting on, I am really in the midst of a breakdown over the situation.
(I'm picking up the pieces of a heart that had blind faith)
I am trying to pick myself up and make sense of the situation despite having had blind faith or naivete.
Part of me has died
I have experienced such deep hurt that a part of me feels like it has disappeared or been lost in the process.
But underneath my pain it's hope that still burns
Despite the hurt and devastation, I still have hope and am not completely without optimism for the future.
No-one can ruin the years we had as one before it went astray
Regardless of the outcome, the positive memories from the past will always be intact and cannot be ruined by anyone else.
I'll never forget, no
I am determined to hold onto the positive memories and use them to find a path forward for myself.
Contributed by Dominic O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.