With a few original compositions already at hand, the band started giving one performance after the other under the name of Winterland, with the most noteworthy being a slot at Fallenfest, a Parisian musical contest bringing over 500 bands together, and allowing many dates at prestigious venues such as "Le Trabendo" and "La Cigale". The band came sixth. Furthermore, the group has supported two Danish bands during their European tours, Mercenary and Mnemic, as well as several concerts outside of Paris.
Having recorded four songs at Wildpath Studios, the group took a short break to participate at Raismesfest 2008 alongside renowned bands such as Gamma Ray, Saxon and Korpiklaani.
The decision to change the band's name to Silent Fall came in early 2009 as it was discovered that another band performed under the same name. Silent Fall's first full length album, 'Otherwise' was recorded in May 2009 and the band was soon after signed by Pitch Black Records. 'Otherwise' was released the following February while more live shows were being arranged. Two guest musicians, Marjolaine Bernard (Wildpath) and Stephan Forté (Adagio), appear on the album.
After a year far away from the stages, due to the other activities of the band's members, Silent Fall is back with a line-up change and is ready to spread its music.
Inspired in particular by bands like Angra, Sonata Arctica, Masterplan, Avantasia, Kamelot and Edguy, the music of SILENT FALL is a blend of melodic power and symphonic metal, while at the same time creating a unique character reflecting the musical diversity each band member.
Their official homepage is www.silentfall.net
On Top Of The World
Silent Fall Lyrics
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Obstacles you'll have to climb
This voice inside your head
Telling you to carry on
Disillusion will be part of your days
Despair may spread like a wildfire
It's time to fight
Climb the steps one by one
Get up again and walk on the straight line
And one day you will be the number one
Welcome to the story of life
In this world you won't be spared
You will have to keep standing
And to face them without fear
But your mind will be unfailing
Because you have this will
Just go forward and trust in you
The goal is so close
Would you be the same
If everything was easy
You build yourself everyday
Despite the ordeals on the path
So never surrender
And keep the fire going
The maze has an exit
That you will have to find
Never surrender, never forget
The fire, burns in your veins
All the bad things in your life are now gone from your mind
You are in this world on this day and we read in your eyes
That your work was not done in vain despite the scars on the road
We'll always remain that you'll carry on, and until the end you will be the one
The lyrics of Silent Fall's song On Top of the World convey a message of hope and perseverance in the face of obstacles and hardships. The singer acknowledges the challenges that the listener will face on their journey through life, including disillusionment and despair, but encourages them to keep fighting and climbing the steps towards their ultimate goals. The song's theme is summed up in the lines "Would you be the same / If everything was easy / You build yourself every day / Despite the ordeals on the path", reminding us that our struggles help shape who we are and what we are capable of accomplishing.
Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes the importance of trusting in oneself and one's own abilities. They reassure the listener that their mind will be unfailing as long as they remain committed to their goals and keep the fire of determination burning. The song also acknowledges the scars and hardships the listener may face along the way, but reminds them that these struggles will not define them and that their hard work will not be in vain.
Overall, the lyrics of On Top of the World serve as a reminder that life is full of challenges, but that with perseverance and self-belief, we are capable of achieving our goals and realizing our dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
The road is long
The journey to success is a long and difficult one.
Obstacles you'll have to climb
There will be many challenges and hurdles that you must overcome.
This voice inside your head
Your inner voice is encouraging you to persevere and not give up.
Telling you to carry on
Your inner voice is urging you not to quit and keep going.
Disillusion will be part of your days
You may experience disappointment and loss of faith along the way.
Despair may spread like a wildfire
Negative thoughts and feelings may quickly spread and consume you.
It's time to fight
It's time to take action and overcome the challenges.
Climb the steps one by one
Take one step at a time and make steady progress towards your goal.
To reach the goal of your life
You are working towards achieving your life's dream.
Get up again and walk on the straight line
No matter how hard you fall, keep moving forward towards your dream.
And one day you will be the number one
With perseverance, hard work, and dedication, eventually you will reach the top of your field.
Welcome to the story of life
This is the narrative of the human experience and the struggles we must endure to achieve our dreams.
In this world you won't be spared
No one is exempt from hardship and challenges in life.
You will have to keep standing
You must remain strong and resilient in the face of adversity.
And to face them without fear
You must confront your challenges and obstacles with courage and confidence.
But your mind will be unfailing
Your determination and resilience will never waver.
Because you have this will
Your inner drive and motivation will keep you moving forward.
Just go forward and trust in you
Believe in yourself and keep pressing onward.
The goal is so close
You are nearing your destination and should keep pushing.
Would you be the same
If success came easily, would you be the same person?
If everything was easy
If you didn't face challenges, would you be the same person?
You build yourself everyday
You develop and strengthen your character every day through your experiences.
Despite the ordeals on the path
Despite facing many challenges and difficulties in your journey.
So never surrender
Don't ever give up on your dreams.
And keep the fire going
Keep your passion and drive burning bright.
The maze has an exit
There is a way out of the difficult situations you may face.
That you will have to find
You must search and work hard to find the solution or path forward.
Never surrender, never forget
Always persevere and remember to stay motivated.
The fire, burns in your veins
Your drive, passion, and determination are an essential part of who you are.
All the bad things in your life are now gone from your mind
Move past your past failures and keep pushing forward.
You are in this world on this day and we read in your eyes
We can see the determination and drive in your eyes right now.
That your work was not done in vain despite the scars on the road
Despite your struggles and past failures, your hard work will pay off in the end.
We'll always remain that you'll carry on, and until the end you will be the one
We will always believe that you will continue to persevere and ultimately succeed.
Contributed by Elizabeth N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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How did I get here after listening to barren Earth? 😮