Even though the four metallers have different origins (Lithuanian, German, Portuguese and Italian), they were born and raised in Brazil and started activities in 2001 the sunny beach of Santos with the release of an independent EP, followed by a national tour that included opening for bands like Nightwish and Primal Fear.
The hype generated about the band created very high expectations for their official debut full length Theatre of Shadows, released in 2006, an instant national success. They were chosen to support Helloween in their Brazilian tour in 2006. Since then, they have been on the road frequently, having toured Spain twice, USA five times and packed venues in Brazil. Other artists they have performed with are Iron Maiden, Kittie, Divine Heresy, Daath, Temple of Brutality (featuring David Ellefson of Megadeth) and Sepultura.
August 2009 saw the release of Dare to Dream, Shadowside's second album, in Brazil only. The band took a big risk and dared to go for a raw and direct sound. The idea was immediately accepted and embraced by the fans and the album immediately hit position 4 in the Roadie Crew album charts (the most important Brazilian Metal magazine), only below Heaven and Hell, Iron Maiden and Blaze Bayley.
Shadowside is currently being described by the media as “the best band Brazilian band in activity” (Novo Metal website) and as the band that rescued attitude in Rock music (Roadie Crew Magazine). Dare to Dream also received high praise, being picked album of the year by the vast majority of the press in Brazil, top 3 albums by nearly every website and magazine in the country, voted by readers of the Portuguese magazine Horns Up! as the best Brazilian band and by readers of Roadie Crew as best female singer and top 3 overall, top 3 albums, top 3 bands, top 10 guitarists and top 10 live concerts.
Dare to Dream was released worldwide released in June 2010. The rising stars of the Brazilian Metal and Rock music scenes, Shadowside's last album title reflects what they always knew they should do: Dare to Dream. The band said goodbye to 2010 after an almost 2 months long tour with legendary rock band W.A.S.P. through Europe and entered the studio again in early 2011 to record new material, titled Inner Monster Out produced and mixed by Fredrik Nordström (Arch Enemy, Evergrey, Dimmu Borgir, Bring me the Horizon and many more). The raw energy on all the 11 tracks show a band that are not afraid to try and grow even more mature after every release, despite the young average age – late 20's – of the band members.
We Want A Miracle
Shadowside Lyrics
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Look aorund you
is this a good place to die?
will you sive up and think there is no
no paradise?
We'll find the way
to make our dreans come true
so stop searching like a fool and
look whitin your heart!
Get rid of hatred
and spread the word of love
then close your eyes and feel its taste
you can do it, its not too late!
Shout and our voice will be heard
no one can turn us down
nothing will stop us and
we'll stand as one!
We want a miracle to live
in a perfect world
come and take my hand
and we can make it happen
Sometimes don't you find yourself
oppressed and feel like you have no right
to be what you really are and need to be
like everyone
Stand uo you should not accept
that you can't be unique and don't
believe when people say that who
you are ain't good enough!
Shout and our voice will be heard
no one can turn us down
nothing will stop us
we'll stand as one!
We want miracle to live
in a perfect world
come and take my land
and we can make it happen
The song "We Want A Miracle" by Shadowside is an empowering message about creating change and striving for a better world. The lyrics encourage listeners to look within themselves to find the strength and courage to pursue their dreams and make a difference. The opening lines question whether the world around us is a good place to die and challenges the listener to not give up hope, no matter how difficult the situation may seem. The song's chorus speaks to the desire for a miracle, to live in a perfect world, and the idea that by coming together and standing as one, we can make that miracle happen.
The verse that follows, "Get rid of hatred and spread the word of love, then close your eyes and feel its taste, you can do it, it's not too late!" urges the listener to let go of negativity and instead focus on love and positivity. It is a call to action for individuals to do their part in making the world a better place, no matter how small that contribution may seem. The song then acknowledges the feelings of oppression and pressure to conform that many people experience, but encourages them to stand up and embrace their uniqueness. The message is clear: we are all capable of making a difference and creating a better world.
Overall, "We Want A Miracle" is an inspiring song that encourages individual empowerment and collective action. It is a reminder that even in the face of adversity and despair, there is hope for a better tomorrow if we come together and actively work towards positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
Look around you
is this a good place to die?
Are you satisfied with your life and surroundings, or do you feel lost and unfulfilled?
will you sive up and think there is no
no paradise?
Will you give up hope and believe that there is no better place or future for you?
We'll find the way
to make our dreans come true
and see the way for us
so stop searching like a fool and
look whitin your heart!
Together, we will discover how to turn our dreams into reality and find purpose. Instead of aimlessly searching for answers, we should look within ourselves and trust our hearts to guide us.
Get rid of hatred
and spread the word of love
then close your eyes and feel its taste
you can do it, its not too late!
Let go of anger and choose love instead, spreading positivity to those around us. We should savor the feeling of love and know that it's never too late to change our mindset.
Shout and our voice will be heard
no one can turn us down
nothing will stop us and
we'll stand as one!
When we speak up and band together, we cannot be ignored or silenced. We are unstoppable when united.
We want a miracle to live
in a perfect world
come and take my hand
and we can make it happen
We believe that a better world is possible, and by working together and supporting each other, we can make it a reality.
Sometimes don't you find yourself
oppressed and feel like you have no right
to be what you really are and need to be
like everyone
Have you ever felt stifled or suppressed, as if you're not allowed to embrace your true self and must conform to society's expectations?
Stand uo you should not accept
that you can't be unique and don't
believe when people say that who
you are ain't good enough!
We should stand up against anyone trying to force us into a mold and remember that our uniqueness is what makes us valuable. We are good enough just as we are.
Contributed by Isabelle F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.