Red Flag made the top 10 Billboard charts in 1988 with their memorable song Russian Radio. The next year Red Flag's debut album, Naive Art, released by Enigma Records, earned them another top 10 single on the Billboard Dance chart with "If I Ever". MTV put Red Flag's video, Russian Radio, in rotation later that year. Touring extensively, Red Flag played with acts Devo, Thomas Dolby, and Book of Love. They appeared on the TV show American Bandstand where they performed Russian Radio.
Since then, Red Flag released 11 albums, 14 CD singles, two box sets and appeared on numerous compilations. Their music has been featured on MTV reality shows. The band has played concerts around the world in the U.S., Europe, Canada, Mexico, and South America.
Discography:
Naive Art (1989) Includes Russian Radio, If I Ever, Pretty in Pity, Broken Heart and 7 other songs
Red Flag Naive Dance CD - 1990 Enigma Records
Machines -(1992 I.R.S. Records)
EP Red Flag - 1996 plan B records
Lighthouse - 1994 plan B records
CAVEAT EMPTOR - 1998 plan B records
The Eagle and Child - (2000) Includes The Game, In My Arms Again and Disarray and 7 other songs
The Crypt - 2000 plan b records
NAIVE ART [ special edition ] 2001 Restless Records
FEAR OF A RED PLANET - 2001 plan b records
BITTER END - 2002 plan b records
WHO ARE THE SKULLS? (2002)
CODEBREAKER T133 - 2002 plan b records
Born Again -2007 plan b records
Singles
Broken Heart - 1988-Synthecide Records 12"Vinyl and cassette
[SINGLE] Russian Radio - 1988-Enigma Records
Count to Three (single) �1989 Enigma Records (12" Vinyl only)
Disarray ( single )(1999)
The Game ( single )(2000)
In My Arms Again ( single )(2000)
Goodbye ( single )(2000)
Curtains ( single )(2000)
I See You ( single )(2000)
Black Christmas (2000) Maxi-Single includes 3 XMAS songs
I am the Wind (2001) Maxi-Single includes 'Beyond the Ice'
Fear of a Red Planet (2001) Maxi-Single
Prelude to a Disc (2001)
BOX SET megablack 1999
BOX SET fear series 2001
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Eternal Flame
Red Flag Lyrics
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Will you miss me if I disappear?
When all I stand for, all I believe
I really meant it - was I naïve?
I will live forever in your mind
Thoughts are forever intertwined
I will live forever I will reign
Yes I am burning an eternal flame
An eternal flame
Your eyes are red; you're dressed in black
Though you don't walk away, you turn your back
For all I've mentioned is fading fast
And all I've written will not last
I will live forever in your mind
Thoughts are forever intertwined
I will live forever I will reign
Cause I'm burning, burning, burning an eternal flame
Yes I am burning an eternal flame
An eternal flame
The song "Eternal Flame" by Red Flag explores the idea of immortality and how it is perceived by others. The lyrics are about a person who wonders if they will be missed should they disappear. They question whether their beliefs and the things they stand for matter, and question whether they were naive in thinking they would make a lasting impact.
The song continues with the idea that the person still wishes to live forever, even if it is only in the memory of others. They state that their thoughts and presence will always be intertwined with those they leave behind, and that they will continue to reign through an eternal flame that they are burning.
Overall, the song speaks to the human desire for a legacy and how we all want to be remembered in some way, shape or form. It also touches on the fear of being forgotten and the uncertainty of whether we will make a lasting impact. The repeated chorus of "burning an eternal flame" drives home the idea that the person wants to be remembered forever, and is willing to burn bright to achieve that goal.
Line by Line Meaning
Will you miss me if I'm not here?
Do I hold enough significance in your life that my absence will be noticed?
Will you miss me if I disappear?
If I suddenly vanish, will you search for me or forget me as easily as I left?
When all I stand for, all I believe
The ideals that I uphold and the values that I hold dear
I really meant it - was I naïve?
Did my sincerity make me foolish?
I will live forever in your mind
Even if I'm gone, my memory will persist within you
Thoughts are forever intertwined
Our memories and experiences are forever connected
I will live forever I will reign
My influence will transcend time and continue to hold power
Cause I'm burning, burning, burning an eternal flame
My passion and intensity will never diminish
Yes I am burning an eternal flame
I am a symbol of something that will never be extinguished
Your eyes are red; you're dressed in black
Your appearance conveys sadness and mourning
Though you don't walk away, you turn your back
Even though you're physically present, you're emotionally distant
For all I've mentioned is fading fast
Everything I've spoken of is disappearing rapidly
And all I've written will not last
My written words will not endure
Contributed by Natalie E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.