Their eponymous debut album was released in 2001 on Palm Records. American-born singer Danielle Harrison left the band some time after that. Gerry Owens and Ger Farrell have gone on to form industrial rock band, Lluther.
Skindive is now allowing everyone to download the album for free from various locations(www.myspace.com/skindive, www.facebook.com/skindive).
In For The Kill
Skindive Lyrics
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Man locks in for the kill
Breathing is fixed for the time
Image burns in and is sealed in my mind
Can I move from my call?
Cautious looks say it all
Cold control to impress
One more blink of an eye
And I'm in for the Kill
My conscience kicks in
And crumbles in my hands all feelings weaken
And just in time to quench compassion
See I am breathing, seething, breathing, seething
Cooler things I have done
Let myself down again
Insecurity swells,
Jealous as anger expands in my head
Cold control moves aside.
Image burns and the view gets sealed inside
Cautious looks say it all straight to my eyes
Jealous looks make it all just move aside
Keep me safe
Take control
As I close
Or kill my mind.
The lyrics of Skindive's "In For The Kill" describe a person who is entering into a dangerous and thrilling situation. The first verse describes someone who is getting ready to do something exciting or even life-threatening. The imagery of "breathing fixed" suggests that this person is focused and determined. The second verse reveals that the person is conflicted about what they are about to do. They are cautious, but also trying to impress someone. The last line of this verse - "fate takes control of my moves for the rest" - implies that the person has surrendered to the situation and is no longer in control of what happens next.
The chorus seems to describe an inner struggle - the person's conscience "kicks in" and they become overwhelmed with emotion. They feel their "feelings weaken" and they become "seething" - consumed with anger or frustration. The third verse continues with this theme of inner turmoil, as the person reflects on how they have "let themselves down again" and how their own insecurity has caused them to be jealous and angry. However, the final lines of the song suggest that the person has made their decision - they are going to go through with whatever it is they have planned, and they want something or someone to "keep me safe" and "take control" so that they can "close or kill my mind", suggesting that they want to shut out their doubts and fears in order to carry out their plan.
Line by Line Meaning
Up he comes now for thrills
An individual is approaching for an exciting experience.
Man locks in for the kill
Someone is determined to accomplish a goal.
Breathing is fixed for the time
Temporary suspension of normal breathing pattern to focus on the immediate task at hand.
Image burns in and is sealed in my mind
A vivid memory is being created that will remain fresh in the mind for a period of time.
Can I move from my call?
Is it possible to deviate from the pre-determined course of action?
Cautious looks say it all
The looks on others' faces are providing insight into how they perceive the situation.
Cold control to impress
Purposeful detachment from emotions in attempt to make a desired impression.
Fate takes control of my moves for the rest
A belief in destiny or predetermined outcomes governs the individual's future actions.
One more blink of an eye
A momentary pause before proceeding with the next action.
And I'm in for the Kill
The individual is committed to pursuing the goal without wavering.
My conscience kicks in
A feeling of guilt arises in the individual's mind.
And crumbles in my hands all feelings weaken
Emotions begin to dissipate as pressure increases and stress takes its toll.
And just in time to quench compassion
Compassion is pushed aside to make room for ruthlessness.
See I am breathing, seething, breathing, seething
The individual is trying to stay calm but is becoming increasingly agitated.
Cooler things I have done
The individual has accomplished more impressive feats in the past.
Let myself down again
Disappointing oneself by failing to meet personal expectations.
Insecurity swells
Feelings of doubt and vulnerability grow stronger.
Jealous as anger expands in my head
Envy is fueling the growing anger and frustration within the individual.
Cold control moves aside.
The individual's detachment from emotions is no longer effective.
Image burns and the view gets sealed inside
Once again, a powerful impression is made that will remain in the memory for some time to come.
Cautious looks say it all straight to my eyes
Others' facial expressions are providing clear indications of their thoughts and feelings, which the individual picks up from eye contact.
Jealous looks make it all just move aside
Envy is becoming overwhelming and pushing aside other emotions or concerns the individual might have.
Keep me safe
A plea to avoid dangerous situations or consequences.
Take control
A request or desire to have a higher authority or someone else take charge of the situation.
As I close
As the situation comes to a conclusion or nears an end.
Or kill my mind.
Either experience profound mental impairment or let go of the situation entirely.
Contributed by Carter E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.