Devolve (EP) - 1991
Churn - 1993
Killjoy - 1995
Shihad - 1996
Blue Light Disco (EP) - 1998
The General Electric - 1999
Alive (EP) - 2004
Love is the New Hate - 2005
Beautiful Machine - 2008
Ignite - 2010
FVEY - 2014
Old Gods - 2021
Pacifier - 2002 (as "Pacifier")
Live - 2003 (as "Pacifier")
In the course of their career, Shihad has toured with and supported rock acts such as Faith No More, Filter, Motörhead, Metallica, AC/DC, Ash, Silverchair and Fu Manchu, and has a reputation for energetic and powerful live performances. Despite a huge following in New Zealand and Australia, Shihad has never attained significant mainstream success outside of Australasia.
http://www.shihad.com/ - Shihad's official site.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shihad - Shihad's info on Wikipedia
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Walls
Shihad Lyrics
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lost with no direction
they took your dreams away
and stripped you of protection
but there's a light that won't burn out
when your heart is screaming out
is screaming
there is life behind the walls around you
it doesn't matter where you start
won't be long, won't be long until
the walls around you are gone
on my own again
with open invitations and the world I'm in
is such a new sensation
but there's a light that won't burn out
if your heart begins to doubt
it doesn't matter where you are
there is life behind that walls around you
it doesn't matter where you start
it won't be long, won't be long until
the walls around you are gone
maybe a path to glory
it maybe a road to dust
it maybe there's one great story in all of us
in all of us, yeah
on your own today
lost with no direction
they took your dreams away
and stripped you of protection
but there's a light that won't burn out
when your heart is screaming out
is screaming
it doesn't matter where you are
there is life behind the walls around you
it doesn't matter where you start
it won't be long, won't be long until
the walls around you are gone
(cos when the walls are closing in)
(another day begins)
(as the last flame flickers out)
'cause there's something good in us
(cos when the walls are closing in)
(another day begins)
(as the last flame flickers out)
'cause there's something good in us
(cos when the walls are closing in)
(another day begins)
there must be something beautiful in us
'cause there's something good in us
(cos when the walls are closing in)
(another day begins)
there must be something beautiful in us
The song “Walls” by Shihad tells the story of an individual who feels lost and directionless due to a past traumatic experience that robbed them of their dreams and sense of safety. Despite this, the lyrics convey the message that there is hope, and no matter where they are or how far they’ve fallen, life still exists beyond the walls that surround them. The use of metaphorical walls, in this case, represents emotional and psychological barriers that prevent us from moving forward and achieving our potential. The idea of a light that won’t burn out symbolizes the resilience and determination of the human spirit, refusing to give up or be extinguished by the darkness of our circumstances.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the motivational message of breaking down the walls and finding hope beyond them. It encourages listeners to keep fighting for a better future and not to lose heart in the face of adversity. Throughout the song, there is a persistent belief that there is always something good or something beautiful in us that we can tap into to overcome the challenges we face. The repetition of the verses reinforces the idea that the journey towards breaking down these emotional walls can be a long and difficult process but ultimately one that we can succeed in.
Line by Line Meaning
on your own today
Feeling alone and isolated
lost with no direction
Feeling unsure of where to go or what to do
they took your dreams away
Something or someone hindered your aspirations
and stripped you of protection
Left vulnerable and exposed
but there's a light that won't burn out
Hope remains, even in dark times
when your heart is screaming out
Intense emotional turmoil
it doesn't matter where you are
Location doesn't dictate your worth or opportunities
there is life behind the walls around you
There is potential and possibility even in seemingly limiting circumstances
it won't be long, won't be long until
Change is imminent
on my own again
Experiencing a similar situation as before
with open invitations and the world I'm in
Feeling more open to possibilities and opportunities
is such a new sensation
Feeling a sense of novelty and excitement
if your heart begins to doubt
Internal conflict and uncertainty
maybe a path to glory
Potential for success and achievement
it may be a road to dust
Potential for failure and disappointment
there's one great story in all of us
Everyone has the potential for a meaningful narrative
cos when the walls are closing in
Feeling trapped and helpless
another day begins
A new opportunity to change or grow
as the last flame flickers out
A sense of desperation or finality
there must be something beautiful in us
A belief that there is inherent goodness and potential within us
Writer(s): Dave R. Bassett Copyright: Royal Swirly, BMG Rights Management (Ireland) Ltd.
Contributed by Carter O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.