The band signed with Mediaskare Records and released their debut record, Rebirth of the Temple, on May 2, 2006. Receiving generally positive reviews, the album has sold more than 25,000 copies since its release in the United States. The band continues to tour supporting the record as Santos one day wants to establish the band as a headlining act. Their line-up consists of Jonny Santos (vocals and guitar), Dave Delacruz (guitar) , Robbie Young (bass). Drummer Chris Mora left the band in late December 2007 due to personal reasons and was replaced by former AS BLOOD RUNS BLACK drummer Ryan Halpert. May 18th 2010 saw the release of their 2nd album Ghost Stories with their 1st single being Last One Standing.
Funeral
Silent Civilian Lyrics
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Been witness to death and life, at times very numb
Scars will never go away but all is not lost
Focus on my strength today, no matter the cost
Breathe slow
Be whole
I feel the life inside me, it's all around
This will be my funeral for who I once was
Rebirth of the will to live myself I must trust
So close, I'm reaching
Determined, succeeding
The above lyrics from Silent Civilian's song Funeral are a reflection of the singer's journey through life. They start off by looking at their reflection and realizing that they have seen both death and life which has left them feeling a little numb. However, despite their scars, they know that they must focus on their strength to move forward. In the second verse, the singer talks about feeling life all around them and that they are determined to resolve the mystery of their life. The singer then declares that this will be their funeral for who they once were, indicating that they are ready to let go of their past and start anew. They also mention the importance of trusting themselves in order to successfully achieve this rebirth. The final lines of the song are focused on the singer's determination and drive to succeed.
Overall, this song can be interpreted as a call to action for anyone who feels stuck in their current circumstances. The singer is acknowledging the pain and struggles of their past, but they refuse to let it define them any longer. They are determined to move forward, to heal, and to ultimately succeed beyond their wildest dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
I look at the reflection of what I've become
Reflecting on the person I've become and the choices I've made
Been witness to death and life, at times very numb
Having experienced both life and death, to the point of becoming desensitized at times
Scars will never go away but all is not lost
Accepting that past wounds will remain, but it's not too late to work towards a better future
Focus on my strength today, no matter the cost
Making the conscious effort to rely on personal strength to overcome challenges, regardless of the sacrifices required
Breathe slow
Taking a moment to pause and center oneself in the present
Be whole
Striving to be complete and content, both internally and externally
I feel the life inside me, it's all around
Sensing the vitality present within and around oneself
I will resolve this mystery of which I'm bound
Working to unravel the enigma of one's existence and purpose
This will be my funeral for who I once was
Resolving to leave the past behind and let go of one's former self
Rebirth of the will to live myself I must trust
Striving to rediscover the motivation to live and learning to trust oneself again
So close, I'm reaching
Making progress and focusing on the proximity to success
Determined, succeeding
Maintaining a resolute attitude and achieving success
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Type 56s-1
5:13-5:33 gave me the chills... This song is amazing. Saw it on a Blox Starz video and sought them out. Fuckin awesome
Shayd Wells
People are gonna be standing around at my funeral being all depressing, and then this song is gonna play and scare the shit out of them. That's how I want my funeral to be.
Westin B
damn the memories
Shawn Imhoff
Sick guitar solo 💯🔥🔥🎸
Dan N
its horrible that they arent well known. because they are great
1DarkFantasy9
great song!
crazyspin19
one of theee best songs ive ever heard!
43captrexkramer
Saw these guys open for BLS years ago on this album and they were a solid opening band for Zakk and the boys.
A7Xrocks7139
why arent these guys big? their singer is awesome!!!
Matt Dalton
fuckin amazing song! no flaws at all in this band!