Formed in Rockford, IL, this band's musical influences range from Misery Signals, Beloved, Life In Your Way and Poison The Well. Currently signed to Fearless Records, they have released five albums to date: 'We All Have Demons,' 'My Devil In Your Eyes,' 'Know Hope,' 'Hold on Pain Ends,' and 'Desolate Divine.'
Current members:
Garret Rapp – Lead vocals, keyboards (2007–2018, 2020–present)
Steve Carey – Drums (2007–2018, 2020–present)
Devin King – Lead guitar (2012–2018, 2020–present)
Aaron Saunders – Rhythm guitar (2012–2018, 2020–present); vocals (2013–2018, 2020–present); backing vocals (2012–2013)
Mike Honson – Bass, backing vocals (2013–2018, 2020–present)
Former members:
John Bross – Rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2007–2011)
Ramon Mendoza – Lead guitar (2007–2012)
Ryan Pulice – Bass (2011–2012)
Justin Hieser – Bass (2007–2011, 2012–2013); vocals (2007–2013); rhythm guitar (2011–2012)
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Burn Victims
The Color Morale Lyrics
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I guess you made everyone leave before they could hurt you, but who taught this to you?
Hurting people will always be hurting people, it was you that made me me
Every storm made me soak to find strong roots, I am reminded, I am reminded
All my roots are starting to show yet I'm still trying to grow
And I am reminded, I am reminded there is still hope
And I hope one day you will understand pain is just a brand
And I hope one day you will understand pain is never planned
And the start of a cycle is always the end when we are the victims
And that's how I know I need to write about this for you
The youth that never got told the truth
That's my problem, I've got intentions on both sides
Stitched together with lies and more songs left to write
Do things., write this time about how to untangle all the knots that we keep tied
My stomach is weak because you made me me and someone made you you
We are the victims and I am the hope
And I hope one day you will understand pain is just a brand
I've given my life to keep it away from your skin
And I hope one day you will understand pain is never planned
And the start of a cycle is always the end when we are the victims
And I hope one day you will understand pain is never planned
When the start of the cycle is always the end when we are the victims
You, you are the victim and I am still learning that I can be the hope
The Color Morale's "Burn Victims" is a song about the cycle of pain and how it can be perpetuated by those who have themselves been hurt. The lyrics begin by questioning the idea that the people who love you will never stay, suggesting that this may not be entirely true. The song then moves on to reflect on how the cycle of pain can be passed on, with the singer suggesting that they have been made who they are by someone else's hurt. Despite this, there is still hope that the cycle can be broken, and the singer hopes that one day they will be able to help others understand that pain is never planned and that they can be the hope for someone else.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea that pain is just a brand and that the start of a cycle is always the end when the victims are the ones affected. The singer has given their life to keep pain away from those they love and hopes that one day, they will be able to help others understand that pain is not something that should be passed on. The song ends with a message of hope, with the singer realizing that they too can be the hope for someone else.
Overall, "Burn Victims" is a powerful reflection on the cycle of pain and the importance of breaking it. It is a reminder that we all have the power to be the hope for others and that even in our darkest moments, there is always hope for a better tomorrow.
Line by Line Meaning
They say the things that love you will never stay, is that really true?
Is it worthwhile to believe that the people who love you will always be there?
I guess you made everyone leave before they could hurt you, but who taught this to you?
Perhaps you pushed people away before they hurt you, but who taught you this behavior?
Hurting people will always be hurting people, it was you that made me me
People who have been hurt will continue to hurt others; however, you are responsible for making me who I am today.
Every storm made me soak to find strong roots, I am reminded, I am reminded
Through every tough experience, I grew stronger and more rooted in who I am. I am reminded of this.
All my roots are starting to show yet I'm still trying to grow
I am becoming more grounded in myself, but I am still trying to learn and develop.
And I am reminded, I am reminded there is still hope
Despite the struggles, there is always hope.
And that's how I know I need to write about this for you
This is why I am compelled to write about this for you.
The youth that never got told the truth
The younger generation who have never been told the real truth about pain and its effects.
That's my problem, I've got intentions on both sides
I have conflicting intentions that make it difficult for me to stay on one side of this issue.
Stitched together with lies and more songs left to write
My experiences are held together by lies, but I still have more to write about.
Do things., write this time about how to untangle all the knots that we keep tied
Let's do something about it now and write about how to untangle the complicated issues we face.
My stomach is weak because you made me me and someone made you you
You played a role in making me who I am, and someone played a role in making you who you are.
We are the victims and I am the hope
We have both been victims of pain, but I choose to be the hope for us both.
And I hope one day you will understand pain is just a brand
I've given my life to keep it away from your skin
I hope one day you will realize that pain is not all there is, and I have done everything in my power to protect you from it.
And I hope one day you will understand pain is never planned
And the start of a cycle is always the end when we are the victims
I hope you will realize that pain is not intentional, and the cycle of pain will only end when we stop being victims.
You, you are the victim and I am still learning that I can be the hope
You have been the victim of pain, and I am still learning how to be the hope you need in your life.
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@thiccorquit
I never knew how much this band would change my life at 18. Now that I'm 30, it's awesome that these messages still get me through life today.
@glenjitsu1408
This band is fucking beautiful.
@ABRTDWP
I love these screams so much, they're just so emotional. And how he goes from the lows right into the highs, my god it's wonderful
@jerodofficer4863
Just got know hope across my knuckles you guys have no idea how much this album is helping me stay strong for my three kids, me and the mother of my kids are splitting up and its such a painful mess. Thank you guys ❤️❤️
@Misfitgam3r
I've got my Know Hope tattoo, still jammin' out to this in 2022
@enriquequiroga2824
My favorite TCM song ever. Like if you still listening on 2019!
@daehrren
This is one of my favorites as well. But my top 3 would be:
1. This Lost Song is Yours
2. Hopes Anchor (discovered this band with this song years ago)
3. Fill; Avoid
@enriquequiroga2824
@@daehrren I also discovered TCM with Hopes Anchors years ago!
@MrZz108
Okay this song has the low screams I was looking for. I don't like how this old album is 40% clean, 50% highs, and 10% lows. The lows are the reason why I fucking loved this band since their last album.
@lpfan4life0904
I dig the musical direction they're going. Even though the lows arent as prevalent compared to their previous albums, the times the lows do show up in the song makes it sound fucking sweet. The lows in this song and Smoke & Mirrors are perfectly timed. It just makes the songs sound more awesome.