In late 1997, Steve and Lou decided to leave the band, and they were replaced with Joe Rolland and Mark Burkert. They independently recorded and released a second EP entitled "Undone".
They were signed to Nuclear Blast Record's new label Revolution Entertainment in the fall of 2000, and released a full length recording “The Damage” in 2002.
On June 2, 2009 the band released a new CD titled "Another Day Down" on the label Dancing Ferret Discs.
Beautiful
Tapping the Vein Lyrics
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It all sounds like mud to me
There's a man here
I've seen his face
He's sure I'll recognize him and he's breathing all his hate on me
He binds my wrists and he throws me down
And I can't see
Wake me
I hope I'm dreaming
I am beautiful
I'm beautiful
Wake me.
There must be some mistake
No, I don't hear what I'm hearing
Fear you are my new best friend
Cause these wicked boys brought their pieces and their itchy fingers
And the panic crawls into my throat cause I turn my head and they're looking at me.
And I can't breathe
Save me I think I'm bleeding
I am beautiful
I'm beautiful
Save me
There must be some mistake
And I can't scream
I can't scream
I'm bleeding
I am beautiful
I'm beautiful
Save me
There must be some mistake
Save me
Look, I'm bleeding
I am beautiful
I'm beautiful
Save me
There must be some mistake
The lyrics of Tapping the Vein's song "Beautiful" describe the experience of a person who has been physically restrained and is being attacked by a group of men. The person is caught off guard and unable to comprehend what is happening to them. The lyrics convey a sense of confusion and fear as the person is unable to defend themselves or escape from the situation. The repetition of the phrase "I am beautiful" throughout the song serves as a declaration of self-worth and an affirmation of the person's dignity, even in the face of violence and aggression.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of identity, as the person is struggling to hold onto their sense of self in the midst of the attack. The lines "There must be some mistake" and "Wake me, I hope I'm dreaming" suggest that the person is questioning whether this is actually happening to them or if it is some kind of nightmare. The repeated plea for someone to save them speaks to the person's desire to be rescued and protected by someone else.
Overall, the lyrics of "Beautiful" are a powerful commentary on the experience of violence and how it can shatter a person's sense of self and security. The repeated assertion of beauty and worth throughout the song serves as a reminder that even in the darkest moments, we are all deserving of love and respect.
Line by Line Meaning
Please, I don't know what you're saying
The singer is struggling to understand what is happening to them.
It all sounds like mud to me
The situation feels confusing and disorienting to the singer.
There's a man here
The singer is aware of a dangerous presence in their surroundings.
I've seen his face
The artist recognizes the man and fears what he might do.
He's sure I'll recognize him and he's breathing all his hate on me
The man is threatening and intimidating the artist, making them feel powerless.
He binds my wrists and he throws me down
The singer is physically restrained and held against their will.
And I can't see
The singer is blinded or disoriented, making their situation even more frightening.
Wake me
The artist wants to escape or wake up from the nightmare they are experiencing.
I hope I'm dreaming
The artist wishes their situation was not real and was just a bad dream.
I am beautiful
The artist expresses their self-worth and value as a person, even in the face of their terrifying situation.
I'm beautiful
The singer repeats their assertion of self-worth as a kind of mantra or prayer for help.
There must be some mistake
The artist believes that what is happening to them cannot be real, and hopes for a way out or a rescue.
No, I don't hear what I'm hearing
The singer is in disbelief about what is happening to them and is struggling to accept it.
Fear you are my new best friend
The singer acknowledges their intense fear, which has now become a constant companion.
Cause these wicked boys brought their pieces and their itchy fingers
The singer is surrounded by violent people who are armed and ready to harm them at any moment.
And the panic crawls into my throat cause I turn my head and they're looking at me.
The artist is filled with terror when they make eye contact with their captors, because they know they are in danger.
And I can't breathe
The artist is having a physical reaction to their panic and anxiety, making it hard to breathe.
Save me I think I'm bleeding
The singer is injured and needs help, but is still focused on their own self-worth and survival.
And I can't scream
The singer is so overwhelmed with fear and pain that they cannot even make noise.
I'm bleeding
The artist confirms that they are injured and need help.
Save me
The artist pleads for help and rescue from their dangerous situation.
Look, I'm bleeding
The artist is trying to get their captors' attention and show them that they need medical attention.
There must be some mistake
The singer still cannot believe that their situation is real and wants a way out.
I am beautiful
The artist repeats their affirmation of self-worth to remind themselves of their own value and humanity.
I'm beautiful
The singer continues to repeat their affirmation as a way of seeking hope and strength in their dire circumstances.
Save me
The singer pleads once again for help and rescue from their captors.
There must be some mistake
The singer still believes that their situation cannot be real and hopes for a way out.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMIE THOMPSON, WAYNE GOODLITT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Rebecca CKB
I miss this bad so much! Loved them since they started.
MondoMerv
Rebecca Sanders ...I was lucky enough to catch them in Philly, last year.
Dana Goodyear
What makes me so happy, is these are still up! I miss this band!
thebreatho
I need that album in Spotify! This song is a classic
fratelllo
Great album!!
zAp
Sad and horrible, but what a great song! Teach the things that you've been told... does the word "bizarre" deserve a mention?
dimeolas777
Thx for putting these up :) awesome band and great people. they stay til the last autograph is signed and make the time for their fans, awesome...
drab1313
just discovered...voice is amazing and meaningful
Dennis Strim
MizSerpentina I've been listening from way back. ( before 2001) Love the sound you & the band makes, hurtful\painful\soulful sound. Your voice, although beautiful. sounds as if you have a tortured soul, that I can relate to. May you find peace as I have in the five points of life. (But not before you're done creating your music.) Blessings to you, Dennis
drab1313
love these guys