The band gained serious momentum in the summer of 2012. Outerloop Management and The Agency Group have given TAIM the opportunity of a lifetime when they decided to pick up the band. Under the direction of some of the industry's best, The Animal In Me are hard at work developing themselves into the national act that they are destined to be.
Smoke & Mirrors
The Animal In Me Lyrics
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I fan the flames the disarray it brings me in
I wanna stop but it keeps me at arms length
It started as a single singe that grew within
But when it's out of my hands is it too late now?
The smoke fills my lungs
So save me now that I'm breaking down
Retrieve me
We're gonna watch this place burn
I feel on top of the world
But I'm a slave to the flame
I feel on top of the world
But it's controlling me
I stand and watch my hell turn to reality
The smoke and mirrors are illusions to trick you
It's not the flames that frighten me but when it dies
How will I control this fire that's burning through
The smoke fills my lungs
I can't breath
So save me now that I'm breaking down
Retrieve me
Please stay with me now
'Cause I can't get control on my own
Draw me out of this fire I've started
We're gonna watch this place burn
I feel on top of the world
But I'm a slave to the flame
I feel on top of the world
But it's controlling me
Once the smoke clears
I pray I'll see you
I've obscured my own views
Trying to deceive you
The smoke fills my lungs
I can't breath
I can't control my world
Till I kill the pyro in me
So save me now that I'm breaking down
Retrieve me
Please stay with me now
'Cause I can't get control on my own
Draw me out of this fire I've started
The Animal In Me's song Smoke & Mirrors is about being addicted to something that is harmful and destructive. The lyrics suggest that the addiction started small, but has grown out of control to the point where it's causing chaos and pain. The feeling of being on top of the world is temporary, and it's only a matter of time before the addiction takes over. The smoke and mirrors are the illusions that trick the person into believing they are in control when in reality they are not.
The chorus, "We're gonna watch this place burn, I feel on top of the world, but I'm a slave to the flame, I feel on top of the world, but it's controlling me," showcases the internal battle of wanting to stop, but the addiction is too strong to overcome. The bridge, "Once the smoke clears, I pray I'll see you, I've obscured my own views, trying to deceive you," shows the realization that the addiction has caused them to blur their own vision and deceive others.
Overall, Smoke & Mirrors is a powerful song about addiction and the struggle to maintain control. It's a reminder that while addiction may provide temporary pleasure, the long-term consequences can be devastating.
Line by Line Meaning
We're gonna burn this place down
We are going to destroy everything around us.
I fan the flames the disarray it brings me in
I am adding fuel to the fire, even though it also causes me chaos and uncertainty.
I wanna stop but it keeps me at arms length
I want to end this destructive behavior, but I feel unable to do so.
It started as a single singe that grew within
This destructive behavior began with a small spark but has grown out of control.
But when it's out of my hands is it too late now?
I wonder if it is too late to stop this behavior once it has spiraled out of my control.
The smoke fills my lungs
I can't breath
I am suffocating under the weight of the consequences of my actions.
So save me now that I'm breaking down
Retrieve me
I need someone to rescue me from the damage I've caused and the pain that it's brought.
We're gonna watch this place burn
I feel on top of the world
But I'm a slave to the flame
I feel on top of the world
But it's controlling me
This destructive behavior makes me feel powerful, but it also means I am controlled by it and cannot stop it.
I stand and watch my hell turn to reality
I can only watch as the consequences of my actions become real and cause destruction.
The smoke and mirrors are illusions to trick you
I have been lying to myself and others about the true nature of my actions.
It's not the flames that frighten me but when it dies
How will I control this fire that's burning through
It's not the immediate consequences of my actions that scare me, but the long-term effects that I cannot control.
Once the smoke clears
I pray I'll see you
I've obscured my own views
Trying to deceive you
Once the dust settles, I hope to realize the truth of my situation, which I have been hiding from others.
I can't control my world
Till I kill the pyro in me
I cannot regain control of my life until I let go of this self-destructive behavior.
Draw me out of this fire I've started
I need someone to help me escape from the negative consequences of my actions.
Contributed by Jonathan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
isiaha worthington
You would think they would be more popular than they are, they deserve way more viewers and subs than what they have!
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Khristyn Few
Once again Another Epic, Awesome song. You guys never failed to Impress. And Laura's An inspiration to be honest. Really the whole band is.
Matt Kessler
Love it.
Jeffery Jones
Just found out about you guys an hour ago, really liking your music. Definitely in my top 10/15 bands already. Excited to hear new stuff by you guys.
DARKxFALLENxONE
OMG !!! This was so good. Music and vibe in this one......amazes me!
Metalhead455
You guys are really impressive, great vocals as well as the screaming you guys have a very sweet style. Keep up the good work
SAMxathedisco
How does this not have more comments / views? I am actually baffled.
stevie e
Hey how do yall interpret this song? Would love to hear back from the band... I've always interpreted this as addiction/drug related.. just wanna hear other ideas?! Cant wait for the new album drop 🖤🖤🖤
JD. Envy
i have not found a song i didnt like by these guys. they are amazing.
MasterLeoBlue
I've found the next band that I will listen to death.