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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Walls
The Color Morale Lyrics
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I dance along to melodies as silent choirs sing
I'm sick of always giving when there's nothing left to lose
This place we're in is breaking, it's trying to break me too
I built these walls to keep the outside world from me
And I'll fight to stay in the hell of my own mind
It's safer on the inside
And I'll fight to stay in the hell of my own mind
It's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
Chaos reigns inside of all of us
All this pain, it's not where I belong
It's not my fate and you're a hypocrite
You're the dying proof of it, now I know
Broken people just like you can be so dangerous
Knowing you'll survive by feeding off the rest of us
I built these walls to keep the outside world from me
And I'll fight to stay in the hell of my own mind
It's safer on the inside
Underneath where you can't ever get to me
And I'll fight to stay in the hell of my own mind
It's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
It's safer on the inside
It's safer on the inside
I built these walls to keep the outside world from me
And I'll fight to stay in the hell of my own mind
It's safer on the inside, it's safer on the inside
Underneath where you can't ever get to me
And I'll fight to stay in the hell of my own mind
It's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
Built these walls, it's safer on the inside
The lyrics of The Color Morale's song "Walls" depict a person who finds comfort and solace in isolation. They feel more at home with the shadows and ghosts of the past than they do with the living. The person describes dancing along to melodies sung by silent choirs, emphasizing their detachment from reality and their preference for the inner world of their own mind. They express exhaustion from constantly giving to others when there is nothing left for themselves. The person feels that the world around them is breaking and attempting to break them as well.
To cope with the chaos and pain, the person has built walls to keep the outside world away. They see these walls as a sanctuary, a place where they feel safe and protected from the outside. They are willing to fight to maintain this inner sanctuary, even if it means staying in the hell of their own mind. The person sees themselves as broken, just like the people around them, and recognizes the danger in relying on others who survive by feeding off the rest.
In summary, "Walls" explores the theme of finding refuge in isolation and mental struggles. It portrays a person who has created walls to protect themselves from a world that has brought them pain, and they are willing to fight to maintain this inner sanctuary.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel at home with shadows from ghosts of the living
I find comfort in the presence of memories and remnants of people who are no longer here
I dance along to melodies as silent choirs sing
I find solace and joy in the music that plays in my mind, even when there's silence around me
I'm sick of always giving when there's nothing left to lose
I'm tired of constantly sacrificing and giving my all, even when I have nothing more to give
This place we're in is breaking, it's trying to break me too
The environment I am in is falling apart, and it's also trying to bring me down with it
I built these walls to keep the outside world from me
I constructed emotional barriers to protect myself from the influence and impact of the outside world
And I'll fight to stay in the hell of my own mind
I will struggle and resist leaving the torment and darkness that exists within my own thoughts
It's safer on the inside
I believe that staying within my own mental turmoil is a safer option for me
Underneath where you can't ever get to me
Beneath the surface, where no one can reach me, I feel protected and isolated from outside influences
Chaos reigns inside of all of us
All individuals carry a sense of disorder and internal turmoil within them
All this pain, it's not where I belong
The suffering I experience is not my rightful place or purpose
It's not my fate and you're a hypocrite
My destiny does not involve enduring this pain, and you are contradictory in your actions and beliefs
You're the dying proof of it, now I know
Your own suffering and deteriorating state serve as evidence that my beliefs about pain and fate are true
Broken people just like you can be so dangerous
Individuals who are damaged and struggling, just like you, have the potential to inflict harm and pose a threat
Knowing you'll survive by feeding off the rest of us
Being aware that you continue to exist by draining the energy and strength of those around you
It's safer on the inside, it's safer on the inside
Reaffirming the belief that remaining within my internal struggles and isolation is the safer choice
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: AARON EUGENE SAUNDERS, GARRET ALLEN RAPP, SCOTT STEVENS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Milan Pompa
Ten text je skvělý.
Cítím se doma se stíny
žijících duchů
Tančím podél melodie jako němé sbory zpívají
Je mi na nic z toho že se tak odevzdávám
Když tu není co ztratit
To místo kde jsme se ničí
Snažilo se mě zničit taky
Postavil jsem tyto zdi, abych udržel svět tam venku ode mne
A budu bojovat, abych zůstal v pekle mé vlastní mysli
je to bezpečnější uvnitř
Dole, kde se ke mě nemůžeš dostat
A budu bojovat, abych zůstal v pekle mé vlastní mysli
je to bezpečnější uvnitř(Postavil tyto zdi)
chaos vládne
Uvnitř všech nás
Všechna tato bolest
Není tam, kde patřím
Není to můj osud
Jsi pokrytec
Jsi umírající důkaz o tom
A teď vím
Zničení lidi tak jako ty
nemohou být nebezpeční
S vědomím, že přežiješ krmením se z nás ostatních
Joe
6 years later I still use this song to help manage my anxiety.
MikeyonPC
Who else gets goosebumps when they scream together?
"WE BUILT THESE WALLS, ITS SAFER ON THE INSIDE!"
Koragh
The colour morale is a great example when post-hardcore bands grow up they have a more melodic sound
This last 3 albums are amazing
DeMarco Polo
This band saved my life. I will forever be a fan. This song is great.
Maiz Biggin
Mom- "Why dont you go outside and play?"
Me-"ITS SAFER ON THE INSIDE!!!!"
idk im bored i love this song😂
Roger Rabbit
Malishious 123 lol
Roger Rabbit
like that spongebob episode fam lmao bruv
raj dey
you can say that again.
Swansen03
i am a grown man... and i ask myself this question sometimes.. "why don't you just go outside and play"
TheAmerican Muffin
I only found this band in the last week but I've become obsessed with Walls and Fauxtographic Memory. Seriously, I hope you see this Color Morale, because your music genuinely speaks to me. It's great