From there, the band would continue to rise in the charts. In 2007, they released their fifth full-length, The Flame in All of Us, which was produced by Ken Andrews (Beck, Chris Cornell, Pete Yorn). Arriving in 2009, the aggressive Welcome to the Masquerade, which would be the band's last release with Tooth & Nail, entered the Billboard Top 200 at number 35, peaking at number two on the Christian rock chart. It was their most successful album to date and would spawn the band's first live album, Live at the Masquerade. The group's next studio album, The End Is Where We Begin, was issued in 2012. It was their first album released entirely independently. Continuing the upward chart trajectory with each subsequent release, The End debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200, and claimed the top spots on both the hard rock and Christian charts. In late 2013, the band released Made in Canada: The 1998-2010 Collection, which included two new tracks. Thousand Foot Krutch remained independent into 2014, relying on crowd-sourcing for the release of the energetic Oxygen: Inhale, the first part of a pair of hard rock chart-topping LPs. The heavier Exhale followed in 2016, marking TFK's third consecutive Christian number one.
Sweet Unknown
Thousand Foot Krutch Lyrics
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If I wanted to
You're one of a kind
If one of a kind means
That you were the only one
And I really don't even think you see
All the things you've done for me
And even after I'm gone
'Cause then I'll be with you
You never left me alone
My sweet unknown
So sweet, you're so unknown
You could see right through me
Sweet unknown [Repeat: x4]
You were someone who I could talk to
If I wanted to
You're one of a kind
If one of a kind means
That you are the only one
And I don't even think you see
All the things you've done for me
And I will never forget as long as I live
And even after I'm gone
'cause then I'll be with you
You never left me alone
My sweet unknown
So sweet, you're so unknown
You could see right through me
Sweet unknown [Repeat: x2]
You sent your angels to watch over me
And I feel them
I never wanted to be further away
From the length of your arms
Show and tell is caving in
These angry feelings from within
Hold me tight and don't let go of my hand
Promise me so [Repeat: x3]
In Thousand Foot Krutch's song Sweet Unknown, the lyrics are a tribute to someone who has been a pillar of support in the singer's life. The person is described as someone who the singer could talk to when they wanted to, and who has been the only one to make an impact in their life. The lyrics illustrate how the person has been a constant presence in the singer's life, even after they are gone. The line 'even after I'm gone, 'cause then I'll be with you' suggests the person has become engrained in the singer's soul, and their existence will never fade away. The singer acknowledges how the person has sent their angels to watch over them and helped them fight their inner demons. The song beautifully portrays the unconditional love and support the singer has received from their loved one.
The chorus 'So sweet, you're so unknown, you could see right through me' signifies the enigma of the person, someone who the singer did not completely understand but who understood the singer more profoundly than anyone. In the lines 'Show and tell is caving in, these angry feelings from within,' the singer is expressing how the world is not kind to people who share their feelings, as everyone is more interested in putting up a facade rather than being their true selves. But the person who the song is dedicated to is different; they're the only one who has made an impact on the singer's life, and the singer wants to hold onto their hand tightly and not let go.
Line by Line Meaning
You were someone who I could talk to
You were one of those rare and special people who could lend me an ear whenever I needed someone to talk to.
If I wanted to
You never forced me to open up, but rather allowed me to confide in you only when and if I felt comfortable enough to do so.
You're one of a kind
There's no one else quite like you in the world.
If one of a kind means
If one of a kind is used to describe someone truly and utterly unique.
That you were the only one
Then you fit that description perfectly, for there is no one else that measures up to you.
And I really don't even think you see
You are often unaware of your own good qualities, how much of an impact you have on people, and just how much I appreciate you.
All the things you've done for me
You have done so much for me, and I don't think I will ever be able to repay you.
And I will never forget as long as I live
Your kindness and generosity will remain etched in my heart and memory for as long as I exist.
And even after I'm gone
Even beyond this physical realm, I will always cherish and remember the special bond and connection we shared.
'Cause then I'll be with you
Our connection will not be severed by passing on, as I will be with you in spirit and carry your essence within me.
You never left me alone
You were always there for me, through all the good and bad times, and never abandoned me.
My sweet unknown
You may be unknown to many, but to me, you are a comforting presence, a source of light and warmth, and someone I hold dear to my heart.
So sweet, you're so unknown
You possess a sweetness and charm that is unique and special, yet it's surprising how many people fail to recognize it due to your unassuming and modest nature.
You could see right through me
You have the ability to see past my façade and recognize the real me that lies beneath, something that few others possess.
You sent your angels to watch over me
You always went above and beyond to ensure my well-being and safety, even to the point of appointing guardians to watch over me.
And I feel them
I sense their presence and your unwavering protection and guidance, which has deeply touched and comforted me.
I never wanted to be further away
I never wished to be estranged from you or out of your reach, as I knew I was in the best hands by being close to you.
From the length of your arms
I wanted to remain within your embrace, safe and content, knowing that within your arms, I would always find sanctuary and comfort.
Show and tell is caving in
My confidence and composure are fading, and the façade I put up for everyone else is crumbling.
These angry feelings from within
My frustrations and anger are boiling over, and I feel like I am about to burst at any moment.
Hold me tight and don't let go of my hand
In these moments of turmoil and upheaval, I need you to be my anchor, my strength, and my guiding light to help me stay grounded and centered.
Promise me so
I implore you to promise me that you will never let me go or abandon me, but rather that you will always be there to help and guide me as I navigate the unknown.
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