History of Orange County, Californian The Confession - Band was a five piece hard rock band out of Orange County, California who released their self titled debut EP in 2005. The band is heavily influenced by Iron Maiden, with similar guitar tones and long winded instrumental breaks. The band utilized metalcore-esque screams in their EP but used it sparingly on their full length album, Requiem, in favor of melodic singing.
The Confession is an image heavy band, fitting in with the hardcore fashion scene loosely, while still managing to have some heavy metal fashion influence on them, apparent in the leather jackets they often sport. The image of the band has allowed them to be accepted into these music scenes, having toured with Bullet For My Valentine and Avenged Sevenfold, as well as a spot on the Taste of Chaos tour. They recently completed a tour with thrash metal pioneers Megadeth as well. Critics often point out heavy metal, hardcore, and post-hardcore influences in their music, while the band themselves refer to their music as timeless rock n roll.
The band released their self titled debut EP in 2005. Their full length debut "Requiem", which was produced by Avenged Sevenfold's M. Shadows, was released in July of 2007.
The Confession is also the name of a german punk rock band.
On January 15th, 2008 The Confession announced, via their MySpace page, that they had disbanded.
No Angel
The Confession Lyrics
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the faster we touch the less I feel
I've cornered this problem and kicked it to death
inhale exhale don't use your breath
stones thrown away from decay
fall on your knees and pray that angels will fall away
I'll see you on the way down
You're no angel you're the parasite
you're no angel you're all lies
you're no angel I see your wings but you can't fly
you're no angel tonight
this rotten shell cradled inside
we're all looking for something I'm just looking to die...yea yea
I've cornered this problem put the blade on in
my cage bought with this wage of sin
stones thrown away from decay
fall on your knees and pray that angels will fall away
I'll see you on the way down
You're no angel you're the parasite
you're no angel you're all lies
you're no angel I see your wings but you can't fly
you're no angel tonight
when the sky cries out angels will dance in the rain
in the falling downpour we will learn to live again
when the sky bleeds forgiveness we will drink from its veins, drink from its veins
cause you're no angel (x 4)
if I put it on the line said you would be mine
would you throw those wings away?
If I showed you all the signs and they pointed on down
would you follow me anyway?
there is no time at all
no time at all angel
if I put it on the line said you would be mine
would you throw those wings away?
If I showed you all the signs and they pointed on down
would you follow me anyway?
if I put it on the line said you would be mine
would you throw those wings away? (there is no time at all)
If I showed you all the signs and they pointed on down
would you follow me anyway? (no time at all...angel
The lyrics to The Confession's song No Angel paint a portrait of a dark, twisted relationship, where both parties are equally damaged and destructive. The first verse illustrates a sense of numbness or detachment from feeling, with the singer using the metaphor of "empty notes" to describe the lack of emotion in their relationship. They suggest that the more they try to intensify their connection ("the faster we touch"), the less they actually feel. The second half of the verse describes the singer's attempt to overcome their issues ("cornered this problem and kicked it to death"), urging their partner to do the same ("inhale exhale don't use your breath").
The chorus repeats the phrase "you're no angel" three times, each time emphasizing a different aspect of the partner's flaws. First, it's implied that they cause harm to the singer ("you're the parasite"). Then, they're accused of being deceitful or manipulative ("you're all lies"). Finally, the metaphorical wings usually associated with angels are brought up, suggesting that their partner is "no angel" in any sense of the word. The last line of the chorus adds "tonight", implying that the singer's views might change over time, or that they're specifically referring to the current moment.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's own issues, describing themselves as a "rotten shell" and expressing a desire to die. They mention putting a "blade on" and describe their current state as a "cage bought with this wage of sin". The second half of the verse echoes the first, with the singer once again encouraging their partner to break free from their own problems ("fall on your knees and pray that angels will fall away / I'll see you on the way down").
Overall, No Angel presents a bleak, dysfunctional relationship where both parties contribute to each other's pain. The chorus suggests that the partner is particularly flawed, but the verses also reveal the singer's own struggles with mental health and self-destructive behavior.
Line by Line Meaning
These empty notes hide and conceal
The music is a disguise for the lack of meaningful lyrics.
the faster we touch the less I feel
The physical pleasure is a distraction from the lack of emotional connection.
I've cornered this problem and kicked it to death
I've tried to solve this issue but it seems to persist.
inhale exhale don't use your breath
Don't waste your energy on something that won't change.
stones thrown away from decay
The past is discarded as it no longer has any use.
fall on your knees and pray that angels will fall away
Hope that the things that hold us back will disappear.
I'll see you on the way down
I know that things won't end well for me, but neither will they for you.
You're no angel you're the parasite
You're not a helpful presence, but rather someone who feeds off of others.
you're no angel you're all lies
You're dishonest and deceitful.
you're no angel I see your wings but you can't fly
You have the appearance of someone great, but you're unable to achieve anything worthwhile.
you're no angel tonight
Right now, you're not doing anything worthy of praise.
this rotten shell cradled inside
Even though we may present ourselves as fine, we are struggling inside.
we're all looking for something I'm just looking to die...yea yea
We are all trying to find our purpose, but I feel like giving up.
my cage bought with this wage of sin
Our bad decisions have trapped us and made us suffer.
when the sky cries out angels will dance in the rain
When people are in despair, they will find comfort and unity.
in the falling downpour we will learn to live again
Sometimes when we hit our lowest, it can be a chance to start anew.
when the sky bleeds forgiveness we will drink from its veins, drink from its veins
When we finally forgive ourselves and others, we can finally move on.
cause you're no angel (x 4)
Reiterating that we are all flawed individuals.
if I put it on the line said you would be mine
If I make my feelings known, would you reciprocate?
would you throw those wings away?
Would you give up your facade of perfection for me?
there is no time at all
We don't have long to live and love.
no time at all angel
We need to act fast to make the most of our time together.
If I showed you all the signs and they pointed on down
If I prove my commitment to you, would you accept it?
would you follow me anyway?
Would you still choose me despite your flaws?
Contributed by Caden T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.