Discography:
2008 - Fury and the Fallen Ones
2010 - Returners
2012 - Get What You Give
2014 - Dear Youth
2020 - The Ghost Inside
Out of Control
The Ghost Inside Lyrics
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Let's act our age and turn the page on this intolerance
Because we're not meant to live like this
By-products of ignorance
This is out of control, it's out of control, it's gotta go
You're scared of what you don't know
I'll say this over again, and over again, until it ends
Always failing to be accepting, 'cause hatred stems from uncertainty
Speaking down from above casts a shadow on the ones in search of the sun
You think you're better than me?
Your words of wisdom are spreading disease
But you won't get the better of me
Walk in these shoes before you trample my feet
This is out of control, it's out of control, it's gotta go
You're scared of what you don't know
I'll say this over again, and over again, until it ends
A house divided will never stand
We tear each other down to build ourselves up
A system failure, enough is enough
'Cause in a world this shaky and unstable, we've got to be less fucking hateful
Knuckles white, this is beyond aggression
Knuckles white, because we need new direction
This is out of control, it's out of control, it's gotta go
You're scared of what you don't know
I'll say this over again, and over again, until it ends
A house divided will never stand
This is out of control, it's out of control, it's gotta go
You're scared of what you don't know
I'll say this over again, and over again, until it ends
A house divided will never stand
This is out of control. I'll say this over again
A house divided will never stand
The lyrics of "Out Of Control" by The Ghost Inside are a commentary on the current state of society where there is a lack of common sense and intolerance towards individuals who differ in opinions, beliefs, race, ethnicity or religion. The opening lines refer to the frustration that comes with the realization that we can't rely on common sense and we need to act as mature adults and move past intolerance. The chorus asserts the need to end this intolerance and acknowledge that it is out of control.
The second verse talks about the failure of acceptance which stems from the uncertainty and fear of the unknown. The song calls for individuals to put themselves in the shoes of others and refrain from imposing their opinions on others. The lines "Your words of wisdom are spreading disease But you won't get the better of me Walk in these shoes before you trample my feet" encapsulate this thought. The third verse talks about the systemic problem of tearing each other down to build ourselves up and the need for a new direction towards a less hateful society.
The song ends with a repetition of the chorus to emphasize the message of the song - that intolerance is out of control and it needs to end for a house divided will never stand.
Line by Line Meaning
It appears that we can't rely on common sense
People are not making logical decisions
Let's act our age and turn the page on this intolerance
We should mature and move past prejudice and bigotry
Because we're not meant to live like this
This way of living is not what we were intended for
By-products of ignorance
Hate and intolerance come from a lack of knowledge and understanding
You're scared of what you don't know
Fear stems from unfamiliarity or lack of knowledge
A house divided will never stand
A group of people who are not united will not succeed
Always failing to be accepting, 'cause hatred stems from uncertainty
Not being open to different people leads to hate, which comes from not knowing enough about them
Speaking down from above casts a shadow on the ones in search of the sun
Talking down to someone belittles them and hinders their progress
You think you're better than me?
Do you believe you are superior to me?
Your words of wisdom are spreading disease
Your supposedly insightful comments are harmful and contagious
But you won't get the better of me
You will not defeat or break me
Walk in these shoes before you trample my feet
Understand my experiences before you hurt me
We tear each other down to build ourselves up
We harm others to improve our own standing
A system failure, enough is enough
This flawed system needs to change
'Cause in a world this shaky and unstable, we've got to be less fucking hateful
In an uncertain world, we need to be less angry and intolerant
Knuckles white, this is beyond aggression
This situation is more extreme than just aggression
Knuckles white, because we need new direction
We are tense because we require a new approach
This is out of control. I'll say this over again
This situation has spiraled out of hand, and I will repeat my message
A house divided will never stand
If we are not united, we will fail
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Alejandro Franco
There are 3 bands who consistently make the greatest breakdowns: August Burns Red, Parkway Drive, and The Ghost Inside.
Alejandro Franco
@Shadow Douglas PWD used to be metalcore now they're dad metal/arena metal. Their first 4 LP's are amazing.
Shadow Douglas
Hatebreed Madball Sworn enemy if you like August burns red check out 200 north the guitarist og band :) Vision of disorder hell too many HC bands that have epic breakdowns too count i actually Never listen to Parkway Drive there not screamo are they? Hardcore?
Thomas Droz
Yo if you like Parkway Drive,
check out As I Lay Dying... If you haven't already. You'll melt
P Ginarmy
Parkway Drive not anymore. They are out of metalcore
classact1986
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VokillCovers
"A house divided will never stand."
What a powerful line to think about. Awesome!
adrian m8
3 So Jesus called them over to him and began to speak to them in parables: “How can Satan drive out Satan? 24 If a kingdom is divided against itself, that kingdom cannot stand. 25 If a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand. 26 And if Satan opposes himself and is divided, he cannot stand; his end has come.
Luka Schierenberg
VokillCovers Der kann ja nicht nur gut singen, de hat ja auch viel Ahnung von großartigen Texten :D
The Zakman
Especially when that house gets hit by a semi.