Discography:
2008 - Fury and the Fallen Ones
2010 - Returners
2012 - Get What You Give
2014 - Dear Youth
2020 - The Ghost Inside
With The Wolves
The Ghost Inside Lyrics
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Though we tried so hard to keep ourselves in check
We've grown so used to this lack of sleep
Exhausted from an overwhelming defeat
Whoa, I can't find my way
There's no path to guide me
The more I give in, the more it haunts me
I suffer just to run with the wolves
So I sing these words to the fortunate
The ones who look alive
Never living life in disconnect, through someone else's eyes
Whoa, I can't find my way
There's no path to guide me
The more I give in, the more it haunts me
And I like a fool, am burned
I give and give with no return
Whoa, there's no path to guide me
The more I give in, the more it haunts me
And I've given up control
I suffer just to run with the wolves
Nothing will be earned by skipping stones
Lessons won't be learned through broken bones
One by one, we're losing ourselves
Like a flame burning out, but I have a light
When you're in the dark and out of doubt, find me
God, what have I done?
I've lost myself for no one
God, what have I done?
I've lost myself for no one
Whoa, I can't find my way
There's no path to guide me
The more I give in, the more it haunts me
And I like a fool, am burned
I give and give with no return
Whoa, there's no path to guide me
The more I give in, the more it haunts me
And I've given up control
I suffer just to run with the wolves
The Ghost Inside’s song “With The Wolves” is a representation of the struggle to find oneself amidst the constant stress of trying to keep up with the pace of life. The song starts by acknowledging that somewhere along the way, the singer, who is grappling with his identity and the direction of his life, became derailed. The lyrics, “Somewhere along the way we got thrown off track, though we tried so hard to keep ourselves in check,” serve as a fitting analogy for the hopelessness and frustration that have come to define the singer's life. With the weight of constant sleep deprivation bulldozing him, it seems like there is no end in sight for his struggles.
One of the key features of this song is its use of metaphor. The singer likens his life to running with the wolves, a metaphor that signifies the constant pressure to conform to society's expectations. The chorus “I suffer just to run with the wolves” conveys a sense of desperation and the feeling of being trapped in a situation that is out of his control. Additionally, the lyrics, “The more I give in, the more it haunts me,” emphasizes the suffocating nature of the singer's situation.
In conclusion, “With The Wolves" by The Ghost Inside is a powerful song that speaks to the tolls of modern-day living. The lyrical depth of the song can be attributed to the use of analogies and metaphor, making it more relatable to a wide range of audiences.
Line by Line Meaning
Somewhere along the way we got thrown off track
At some point, we lost our direction and purpose
Though we tried so hard to keep ourselves in check
Even though we put in effort to stay on the right path
We’ve grown so used to this lack of sleep
We have become accustomed to exhaustion and fatigue
Exhausted from an overwhelming defeat
We are tired from facing and being defeated by a great challenge
Whoa, I can't find my way
I am lost and directionless
There's no path to guide me
There is no clear route for me to take
The more I give in, the more it haunts me
The more I submit to my struggles, the more they trouble me
And I've given up control
I have relinquished my power and autonomy
I suffer just to run with the wolves
I endure pain and difficulty to be seen as part of a group
So I sing these words to the fortunate
I share this message with those who have had a better experience
The ones who look alive
Those who appear to be thriving and vibrant
Never living life in disconnect, through someone else's eyes
They never experience life as if they are disconnected or viewing it through someone else's perspective
And I like a fool, am burned
I have foolishly allowed myself to be hurt or taken advantage of
I give and give with no return
I put in effort without receiving any reward or benefit
Nothing will be earned by skipping stones
We cannot achieve anything significant by being careless or uncommitted
Lessons won’t be learned through broken bones
We will not learn valuable lessons from suffering or pain
One by one, we're losing ourselves
Individually, we are losing our sense of identity and purpose
Like a flame burning out, but I have a light
Similar to a dying flame, but I still possess a source of illumination
When you’re in the dark and out of doubt, find me
When you feel lost and uncertain, seek my guidance or support
God, what have I done?
Expressing frustration or regret for past mistakes or failures
I’ve lost myself for no one
I have lost touch with my true self without any justification or reason
And I've given up control
I have relinquished my power and autonomy
I suffer just to run with the wolves
I endure pain and difficulty to be seen as part of a group
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Aaron Brooks, Andrew Walde, Jeremy McKinnon, Jonathan Vigil
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ponchbelly Warpig
The ghost inside has helped me through a lot in life I love the message they deliver always positive always strong never giving up and never accepting defeat in life only to push through and survive and become better!!!
Hi-Gain Guitar Channel
This song hits me like a freight train. Feeling so lost and defeated in life, exasperated by the fact that there's no path to guide me. I feel like TGI put into words everything I'm feeling with this song here. It helps,I guess, just to know I'm not alone in my torment.
Ean Pludé
The more these guys progress as musicians, the more the critics come out and the hive-mind shifts from one of liking to one of critiquing. I've loved these guys since A Dying Dream and I personally think they're just developing a new sound and I still get chills when I hear their new material. Too dope, keep up the good shit TGI see you December 7th!
Takoshi Hitsamaru
Aw man, I love this song!
"Your eyes followed me here
Your eyes seamless and sure".
thomas mabbott
Best song in the album in my opinion
Chris Barakarth
The Ghost Inside never fail to to amaze me!
Brad Williams
Why do people judge a band by instrumentals? Who cares if it's "easy"? I judge by lyrical meaning and quality. If I can relate than I will more than likely love the band and song. One of the best off the album. Love this band!
The Trenticus
wtf? the drumming n shit is amazing!
Stippi
ecactly that's the exact reasion i told to a guy that was saying : aah hardcore,Metal,... its just screaming its not even a song) i was like motherfucker the new rap song panda what does he say? : Panda Panda PandaPandaPandaPanda Rrrrrrra PandaPandaPanda : wth is the point of that?
Joshua Long
This song gives me chills