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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When One Was Desolate
The Color Morale Lyrics
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Held back by the bloodline, somethings gone horribly Wrong,
We feel as If we don't belong.
Why do I need the answers this moment?
And so they came held back by a moments grace
They only speak so they save their face, and then drift away
The day will come when you'll want this,
But you'll be measured by what you take.
So where were you?
The light to lead me to this hell and through
Don't lose faith we'll find a way, the way back through.
They only speak of their saving grace,
And I see that my grace Is you!
We're all the same
Well this Is me and this Is you alone together.
We're all the same
You smile as you struggle like me,
Like these like every wicked chosen decay that lies In me,
Just let It leave just leave.
Just leave my body, are we born among demons?
Send all your chosen plagues, right back to the hell from which they came.
False belief, dies today, separate my body, and let me be.
The Color Morale's song When One Was Desolate is a profound and introspective look into the feeling of detachment or a sense of not belonging. The lyrics open with a call to return to the hell that someone came from which indicates that the person has been causing harm to someone close to them. The mention of bloodline signifies that this may be a family member who has caused harm. The following lines "We feel as if we don't belong" could be the feelings of the person affected asking why they have to go through this pain.
The song delves deeper when it mentions that "they only speak so they save their faces and then drift away." This suggests a lack of accountability on the person who caused harm's part, which is why they may not want to acknowledge or speak from an honest place. The next lines indicate that even though they may shy away, their actions will catch up to them, and they will be held accountable for their wrongdoings.
The questioning of faith and asking for guidance further reinforces the feeling of detachment and a search for answers. The final line "False belief dies today, separate my body and let me be" could indicate that letting go of preconceived notions and detachment from harmful relationships or situations can be liberating.
Line by Line Meaning
Return right back to the hell from which you came from.
Go back to where you came from, a place of misery and despair.
Held back by the bloodline, somethings gone horribly Wrong,
Our family history has created problems that we cannot escape from.
We feel as If we don't belong.
We feel like outsiders, not accepted by society.
Why do I need the answers this moment?
I am in search of answers, but I don't know why I need them now.
And so they came held back by a moments grace
They arrived, but had to exercise caution.
They only speak so they save their face, and then drift away
They only talk to make themselves look good and then they disappear.
And the shadows know of, of the snakes,
The darkness knows of the treacherous beings within it.
The day will come when you'll want this,
There will be a day when you will want something you once had.
But you'll be measured by what you take.
Your worth will be determined by what you acquire.
So where were you?
Where were you when I needed your guidance?
The light to lead me to this hell and through
You were supposed to guide me through the difficult times.
Don't lose faith we'll find a way, the way back through.
Don't give up, together we will find our way out.
They only speak of their saving grace,
They only talk about themselves and their salvation.
And I see that my grace Is you!
I see hope in you, you are my saving grace.
We're all the same
We are all equal and deserve the same treatment.
Well this Is me and this Is you alone together.
We are together in this, despite our differences.
You smile as you struggle like me,
You may be struggling, but you still have hope.
Like these like every wicked chosen decay that lies In me,
I have my own demons that haunt me.
Just let It leave just leave.
I want to be free of my pain and suffering.
Just leave my body, are we born among demons?
I want to rid myself of the negative influence within me.
Send all your chosen plagues, right back to the hell from which they came.
Send all your problems back to where they came from, and don't let them control your life.
False belief, dies today, separate my body, and let me be.
Let go of your false beliefs and let me be free from them.
Contributed by Adam S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Calaabo
Theyve matured as a band over the last 5 years ive listened tp them. And theyre still too underrated. They are by far one of the best bands ive ever heard
Jackson McIntyre
Believe me my friend. I know. This band is literally the only thing keeping me on my feet every day *-*
Colin S
same still. will never die.
PHVNTUM dubs
Jackson McIntyre worrrrrrrrrrrrrrrd!🕵🕶
heyitsdrake
I want to hear them play this, or really anything from this album. Now that Know Hope blew up, that's all they play now except for Demon Teeth :/
Adrienne Kleinschmidt
demon teeth was bad ass
Tyler Lamme
No one could ever understand my love for this band.
Darktician
this song is so good... "Just let me lay, just leave Just leave my body Are we born among demons?"
ZiggyDoes
Best song from the album.
ulumasui pe'a
they remind me of The Amity Affliction. and i LOVE IT!