In 2014, while all old members (Josh, Stephen, Michael Bono, Sean Tighe) were still in high school, the group began writing songs and playing shows and The Faim was born. Some cracking demos were produced and with the world of online music โ you never know who could be listening. Incredibly, the bandโs music found its way to renowned rock producer John Feldmann. In 2017 Feldmann invited the band to L.A to record a song. That session turned into more songs and now a debut album is in the works.
The Faim dropped their anthemic debut single โSaints Of The Sinnersโ on Feb 6th. The dynamic song, a co-write with Fall Out Boyโs Pete Wentz received its world premier on the UKโs Radio 1 Rock Show with Dan P Carter. The Faimโs debut E.P is set for release later this year.
Amelie
The Faim Lyrics
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She's got a beautiful mind
Too bad she's used to the fight
Black eye with her head held high
She's running, running, running
Fifteen, at the end of her life
Cast out in the dead of the night
She's running, running, running
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
For Amelie
(Oh, Amelie)
She's like a rolling stone
Where she lays her head is home
Salvation's hard to find
When you're running, running, running
This time there's no need for goodbye
No one's seen the tears that she's cried
Redemption doesn't come twice
When you're running, running, running
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
For Amelie
Oh oh oh oh
For Amelie
Oh oh oh oh
For Amelie
Lonely angel, take my hand (one more time)
Dance with me until we die
Lonely angel (Lonely angel) take my hand (one more time)
Dance with me (Dance with me) until we die
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
For Amelie
Oh oh oh oh
For Amelie
Oh oh oh oh
Now she's begging and crying
Faced to the sky and she's fighting herself
Screaming, "Is there any way out?"
Only eighteen and shaking
From all the pills that she's taken
Now Amelie puts a gun in her mouth
The Faim's song "Amelie" depicts the story of a girl named Amelie, who struggles to find her place in the world. The lyrics paint the picture of a girl with a "beautiful mind" who is used to fighting, likely referencing her tenacity in the face of adversity. However, the song also highlights the darker side of her experience as she runs to escape difficult circumstances, dealing with a broken heart that she does not understand. Amelie is depicted as a rolling stone, constantly searching for her home, someone or something to anchor her.
The chorus of the song emphasizes her desperation, proclaiming that Amelie has "nowhere to run, nowhere to hide." While she longs for salvation, it is just out of her grasp, elusive and hard to find. In the end, Amelie's story takes a dark turn as she contemplates suicide, "Now Amelie puts a gun in her mouth." The song is an emotionally charged call to action to reach out to those who may be struggling with their own sense of belonging, reminding us that sometimes, even the brightest minds can find themselves in dark places.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, Amelie
Introducing the subject of the song, the character Amelie
She's got a beautiful mind
Despite her struggles, Amelie is intelligent and has valuable qualities
Too bad she's used to the fight
Amelie has become accustomed to conflict and hardship, possibly due to a difficult past
Black eye with her head held high
Despite suffering physical abuse, Amelie maintains her resilience and dignity
She's running, running, running
Emphasizing Amelie's sense of urgency and desperation, constantly trying to escape her problems
Fifteen, at the end of her life
Amelie feels like she has hit rock bottom and has reached a dead end in her young life
Cast out in the dead of the night
Amelie has been abandoned or rejected by others, and is alone in her struggles
Broke heart and she doesn't know why
Amelie is experiencing emotional pain and confusion, not sure how to heal or why she feels this way
She's running, running, running
Continuing to emphasize Amelie's sense of urgency and desperation
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
The chorus highlights the fact that Amelie has no escape from her problems
She's like a rolling stone
Where she lays her head is home
Amelie's unstable life and lack of a stable home have made her adaptable to different situations
Salvation's hard to find
When you're running, running, running
Amelie is struggling to find a way to escape her difficult circumstances and find redemption
This time there's no need for goodbye
No one's seen the tears that she's cried
Amelie feels like nobody truly understands her pain or her reasons for wanting to escape her life
Redemption doesn't come twice
When you're running, running, running
Amelie feels like her chances for finding a way out of her situation are dwindling
Lonely angel, take my hand (one more time)
Dance with me until we die
Lonely angel (Lonely angel) take my hand (one more time)
Dance with me (Dance with me) until we die
The repetition of these lines suggests a plea for companionship and intimacy in the face of hopelessness and despair
Now she's begging and crying
Faced to the sky and she's fighting herself
Screaming, "Is there any way out?"
Only eighteen and shaking
From all the pills that she's taken
Now Amelie puts a gun in her mouth
The song ends with a tragic portrayal of Amelie's struggle, suggesting that despite her attempts to find a way out, she ultimately succumbs to her pain and takes her own life
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Joshua Raven, Stephen Beerkens, Matt Pauling
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Oh, Amelie
She's got a beautiful mind
Too bad she's used to the fight
Black eye with her head held high
She's running, running, running
15, at the end of her life
Cast out in the dead of the night
Broke heart and she doesn't know why
She's running, running, running
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
For Amelie
(Oh, Amelie)
She's like a rolling stone
Where she lays her head is home
Salvation's hard to find
When you're running, running, running
This town, there's no need for goodbye
No one's seen the tears that she's cried
Redemption doesn't come twice
When you're running, running, running
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
For Amelie
For Amelie
For Amelie
Lonely angel, take my hand
Dance with me until we die
(Lonely angel) Lonely angel (Take my hand)
(Dance with me) Dance with me (Until we die)
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
Amelie
Nowhere to run, nowhere to hide
For Amelie
For Amelie
Now she's turning her tired face to the sky
And she's finding herself
Screaming is there anybody else?
Always aching and shaking
From all the pills that she's taking
Now Amelie puts a gun in her mouth
Emo Bmo
Before I met the boys (The Faim), they played and they had a very very great, pumped up show, (was one of the most fun because Josh interacted with the crowd multiple times.) and I yelled (like any other fan would) "I love you" Josh literally stopped what he was saying and said "I love you too, you sweetheart. Thank you, I heard that" literally made my day.I didn't really know what to expect before I met them. What I got was to meet three (Josh wasn't there sadly) amazing, and sweet guys. They are by far some of the most amazing people I have ever met. Love you guys, keep it up. You're going to go somewhere far. This happened in Lakewood, Ohio at Phantasy Nite Club (I 100% recommend The Faim and the nightclub.((Also thank you Sam for wishing me a happy birthday))
Lindzaya the Killjoy
You're so lucky, that's so sweet! I would die for Josh to call me a sweetheart omg
Peter Lukan
Been obsessed with this band since I heard Make Believe, they are awesome and they deserve more attention
makesetรค :D
the first song i ever heard was saints of the sinners
Nighturol
MOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOORE intention
Nighturol
Attention*
Retros
Its rly nice, not like "Summer is a curse"
But this one is doing good with my ears in a different way
CMON GUYS I NEED MORE UR SONGS, PLS, DROP 3 ALBUMS THIS YEAR, I WANNA SEE U ALL AROUND MY PLAYLIST
Cuban Red
Just saw these guys on the Andy Black tour in Dallas and OH MY GOD I'm obsessed :^] I was jumping the whole time and now my legs hurt, but it was totally worth it! I'm ready to see them again next time they come to Dallas!!
Kalilah Lunaris
Digital Cuban Same thing is happening with me lol. Saw them last night at the Orlando show and they are so great! I would love to see them perform again!
Natalia Benalcazar
WOW REALLY LOVE THIS SONG!!!!! YOU GUYS DESERVE BETTER I LOVE YOU SO MUCH ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐๐