The Fallen State was raised in the Autumn of 2013... when five young men with a mutual love for powerful, anthemic and beautifully executed rock, found themselves in a room together. For these guys togetherness isn't just a dream but a reality… they have that extra, indescribable ‘musical magic’ tattooed across their songs… the artistic ink of five individuals harmonised into something greater than the parts.
Individually, they’ve graced stages with the likes of Alter Bridge, Heaven’s Basement and Clutch… they live for the live show, with their stylish take on the musical legacy of both sides of the Atlantic.
Musically, The Fallen State combine the exuberant, smooth and soulful voice of frontman Ben Stenning with a harmonic wall of warm, contemporary rock guitars. Add the artfully emotive phrasing of lead six-stringer Jon Price - not to mention a grooving, ruthless rhythm section - and there can only be one outcome… infectious, body-rocking songs that'll leave crowds hungry for more.
Torn
The Fallen State Lyrics
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Set empires to fall
With our backs at the wall
Reset ignite and inflame
The sight of blood rushing fire me up
Fucking liars and thugs will deny us again
Its all that we know
That you want
That you want it
Cos all that we've got is a hopeless idol
So tell me is it over
I'm torn again
I'm cracked again
Is this the end
Break it up
Watch it cracking the rust
Hiding violence in me
Behind the crud crushing all that we love
Blacking out at the thought
Gotta fight it again
Its all that we know
We're the lost and tired so tell me you want
That you want
That you want it
Cos all that we've got is a hopeless idol
So tell me is it over
I'm torn again
I'm cracked again
Is this the end
I'm torn again
I'm caving in
Starting fires again
All this burning up
I feel the reckoning in us
Tear it up
Tear it up
Till Im torn again
Buried deep in the dirt
So fuck the world and tear it up
Tear it up
Tear it up
Till Im torn again
Cos all that we've got is a hopeless idol
So tell me is it over
Im torn again
I'm cracked again
Is this the end
I'm torn again
I'm caving in
Starting fires again
In the song "Torn," The Fallen State uses vivid and intense imagery to express feelings of frustration, rebellion, and a desire for change. The opening lines "We burnt the wolves, Set empires to fall, With our backs at the wall," symbolize a metaphorical act of destroying oppressive forces and systems. It represents a defiant act against those who have tried to hold them back or limit their potential.
The lines "Reset ignite and inflame, The sight of blood rushing fire me up, Fucking liars and thugs will deny us again" convey a sense of empowerment and determination. The idea of resetting and igniting something emphasizes the need to create a new beginning and to ignite passion within oneself. The reference to blood rushing and fire igniting represents the intense emotions and drive that fuel their resistance against those who deceive and oppress them.
Throughout the song, there is a recurring theme of exhaustion and weariness, as expressed in the lines "We're the lost and tired." This portrays a sense of fatigue and the feeling of being overwhelmed by the challenges they face. The repetition of the phrase "tell me you want, that you want, that you want it" suggests a plea for validation and support from others who may also feel disillusioned.
The lyrics "All this burning up, I feel the reckoning in us, Tear it up, Tear it up, Till I'm torn again" reveal a desire for release and transformation. There is a recognition that destruction and tearing down existing structures are necessary for rebuilding and finding a new beginning. The mention of starting fires again reflects a continued drive to ignite change and not succumb to defeat.
Overall, "Torn" by The Fallen State captures the frustration, exhaustion, and determination that can come from feeling trapped by societal pressures and expectations. It encourages rebellion against oppressive forces, a desire for change, and the resilience to keep fighting despite setbacks.
Line by Line Meaning
We burnt the wolves
We destroyed our enemies and overcame obstacles
Set empires to fall
We caused powerful nations or systems to collapse
With our backs at the wall
Despite being in a difficult position, we fought back
Reset ignite and inflame
Restart, ignite, and provoke intense emotions or reactions
The sight of blood rushing fire me up
The adrenaline and aggression of witnessing violence excite me
Fucking liars and thugs will deny us again
Deceptive individuals and violent criminals will try to prevent our success once more
Its all that we know
This is our only way of life
We're the lost and tired so tell me you want
We are the weary and directionless, so tell me if you desire this
That you want
That you desire
That you want it
That you desire it
Cos all that we've got is a hopeless idol
Because all we possess is a worthless figure of worship
So tell me is it over
So inform me if it has come to an end
I'm torn again
I am emotionally conflicted once more
I'm cracked again
I am mentally broken once more
Is this the end
Is this the conclusion
Break it up
Disassemble it
Watch it cracking the rust
Observe it breaking through decay
Hiding violence in me
Concealing aggression within myself
Behind the crud crushing all that we love
Beneath the filth destroying everything we hold dear
Blacking out at the thought
Losing consciousness due to the overwhelming notion
Gotta fight it again
I must struggle against it once more
I'm caving in
I am giving in to my weaknesses
Starting fires again
Initiating conflict once more
All this burning up
All this intense passion or anger
I feel the reckoning in us
I sense the impending consequences within us
Tear it up
Destroy it completely
Till I'm torn again
Until I am emotionally conflicted once more
Buried deep in the dirt
Hidden or forgotten under the surface
So fuck the world and tear it up
So disregard everything and destroy it completely
Cos all that we've got is a hopeless idol
Because all we possess is a worthless figure of worship
I'm caving in
I am giving in to my weaknesses
Starting fires again
Initiating conflict once more
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: BENJAMIN AARON STENNING, DANIEL THOMAS OKE, GREGORY JAMES BUTLER, JONATHAN PHILIP DAVID PRICE, RICHARD KEVIN WALKER
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@XionTheSylveon
Someone used this song in a combo video and left a link. REALLY loved the sound and I just came to say you guys are AWESOME! Need more Hard Rock like this in my life.
@martinperez4377
Xiao gang
@FAFRO
All I listen to when I play Fighterz now
@MontageRock
Absolutely insane!
@steventtelcuervo8192
The best Channel montagerock Saludos desde Chile
@theconquerorrah2871
I wish nothing but the best for this band. I found this band a couple of weeks ago and instantly fell in love with their music
@BrenCustomCreations
This absolutely rocks!!! Can't wait for the rest of the album.
@hexecutionergully6950
Love it ❤️🎸🎤
@krislawrence2929
Phenomenal song, guys. Cant wait to hear more.
@thenamelessone528
Amazing song! One of my new favorites 🖤