Two years later, the second EP called "Villain" was released, with which they gained their first wave of fame. In 2013, they released their first single, "Faded Memory", which can be found on their debut album' Tear Me Down', which was released in the same year. In the same year, bassist Tom Mansfield left the group. Martin Shepherd rehearsed with Skarlett Riot for the first time before being officially appointed as the new bassist on 16 January 2014. Together, they performed at the Eat You Alive Festival.
On 16 February 2015, the band released their third EP called "We Are the Brave" and supported Gus G. on his UK tour.
In 2017, the single "Feel" was released, which can be found on the previously released EP, "Sentience". Both a music video and a remix of Zardonic were released in a short time.
On 27 October 2017, Skarlett Riot released their second album "Regenerate".
In early 2019, the band announced the departure of bassist Martin Shepherd. Tim Chambers formally joined the band as their new bassist at the end of 2019.
On 7 May 2021, Skarlett Riot released their third album "Invicta".
Members
Chloe Drinkwater - lead vocals, rhythm guitar (2010-present)
Danny Oglesby - lead guitar, backing vocals (2010-present)
Luke Oglesby - drums (2010-present)
Tim Chambers - bass guitar, backing vocals (2019-present)
Albums
2013: "Tear Me Down'
2017: "Regenerate'
2021: "Invicta'
EPs
2010: "Skarlett Riot'
2012: "Villain'
2015: "We Are the Brave'
2016: "Sentience'
Rising
Skarlett Riot Lyrics
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When I looked into your eyes,
You knew I wouldn’t last,
In this cruel world,
You can’t deny,
They pulled me down,
And dragged me round like a puppet,
On a string now,
Made out a fool,
Like a phoenix up above,
Rising from the flames,
I’ll be back again,
I feel much stronger now,
You won’t know how,
To shoot me down again,
These wounds have healed with time,
But they scar for life,
I won’t be hurt again,
Like a phoenix up above,
Rising from the flames,
I’ll be back again,
I’ll be back again…..
I’ll be back again…..
You’ve got a lotta nerve,
To attack me with your venom,
You’ve got a lot to learn,
You’re not so shy when your alone,
I’ll get revenge,
I’m not as shy as I once was,
This world is better off,
Without people like you,
Oh am I too cruel?
Oh am I too cruel?
Like a phoenix up above,
Rising from the flames,
I’ll be back again,
I feel much stronger now,
You won’t know how,
To shoot me down again,
These wounds have healed with time,
But they scar for life,
I won’t be hurt again,
Like a phoenix up above,
Rising from the flames,
I’ll be back again,
I’ll be back again…..
I’ll be back again…..
You’l get what you deserve,
I’ll get my revenge, revenge,
Your poisonous mouth,
Wont hurt me now,
I'm immune to your curse,
And all your wickedness,
All your wickedness
Like a phoenix up above,
Rising from the flames,
I’ll be back again,
I feel much stronger now,
You won’t know how,
To shoot me down again,
These wounds have healed with time,
But they scar for life,
I won’t be hurt again,
Like a phoenix up above,
Rising from the flames,
I’ll be back again,
I’ll be back again…..
I’ll be back again…..
Ill be back again…..
Ill be back again…..
The lyrics to Skarlett Riot's "Rising" depict a sense of resilience, strength, and liberation. The imagery of the phoenix, a mythical bird that rises from its own ashes, serves as a symbol of renewal and rebirth. The opening line "I saw it comin now" reveals that the singer has been anticipating an impending downfall. When she looks into the eyes of the antagonist, the singer realizes that she is no longer going to tolerate being dragged around and controlled. The lyric "They pulled me down, and dragged me round like a puppet on a string now, controlled by you, made out a fool" describes the singer's experience of being manipulated and humiliated.
However, the singer announces that she has emerged stronger than ever, as she rises from the flames like a phoenix. Her wounds have healed, but they still bear permanent scars. Nonetheless, the scars serve as a reminder of what she has overcome, and she vows never to be hurt in the same way again. The bridge of the song takes on a vengeful tone, as the singer proclaims that her antagonist will get what they deserve, and she's "immune to their curse" and "all their wickedness."
Overall, "Rising" is a song about the power of resilience and strength. The song acknowledges the pain and scars that come from overcoming hardships but celebrates the strength that is gained in the process.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw it comin now,
I anticipated this outcome
When I looked into your eyes,
I could tell by your expression
You knew I wouldn’t last,
you were aware I didn't possess staying power
In this cruel world,
in this unforgiving environment
You can’t deny,
you cannot dispute
They pulled me down,
they brought me low
And dragged me round like a puppet,
forced me to do things I wouldn't normally do
On a string now,
under someone's control
Controlled by you,
manipulated by you
Made out a fool,
made to look foolish
Like a phoenix up above,
like a mythical bird above
Rising from the flames,
emerging from a difficult situation
I’ll be back again,
I will return
I feel much stronger now,
I am now much stronger
You won’t know how,
you won't understand how
To shoot me down again,
to bring me back down again
These wounds have healed with time,
these injuries are now healed due to time passing
But they scar for life,
but they leave a lasting effect
I won’t be hurt again,
I won't receive anymore harm
You’ve got a lotta nerve,
you have a lot of audacity
To attack me with your venom,
to attack me with your harsh words
You’ve got a lot to learn,
you have much to learn
You’re not so shy when your alone,
you're not so diffident when you are by yourself
I’ll get revenge,
I will take revenge
I’m not as shy as I once was,
I am no longer as diffident as I used to be
This world is better off,
the world is better without people like you
Without people like you,
without people who behave as you do
Oh am I too cruel?
oh, am I too harsh?
You’l get what you deserve,
you will receive the outcome you deserve
Your poisonous mouth,
your harmful words
Wont hurt me now,
won't affect me anymore
I'm immune to your curse,
I am resistant to your negative influence
And all your wickedness,
and all your evil deeds
Ill be back again…..
I will return
Ill be back again…..
I will return
Contributed by Isabelle N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Beneath the Grid Music
Another amazing song from a band that deserves a lot more attention.
Skarlett Riot Official
thanks guys! we appreciate that!
David Hill
Not often you hear a group this good. Way to go and best to Skarlett Riot for the future.
LuLu Gang Productions
i can't believe how good they are i found them about a year ago but i still love em
Skarlett Riot Official
Thank you for the support!!!
robbe beels
this band is so epic , must tell everybody about it
hxbix
This is an awesome song <3 You have an amazing voice too!
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aning67
I recently discovered you guys and I can't stop listening to your music. I really love this new song! Keep up the good work!
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thank you! We appreciate you takin the time to listen to us! Feel free to share us with your friends! :)