Hailing from the port city of Baltimore… Read Full Bio ↴Baltimore, MD (2007-present)
Hailing from the port city of Baltimore, Maryland comes the war-mammoth known as Trapped Under Ice, who proudly inherit and build upon the mantle of their predecessors Next Step Up and Gut Instinct. Compound this with the sonic territories explored by New York bands such as Crown Of Thornz and Breakdown, and the intent of the outfit becomes obvious—total aural brutality.
Following their inception in 2007, a 5-song demo was quick to follow. That demo was also released as an EP on Flatspot Records. Hearing those songs, the crew at Reaper Records approached the band with a deal to release what would become known as the Stay Cold EP. The EP contains 6 tracks of unrelenting hardcore reality.
Members:
Brendan Yates : Drums (since 2009/2010)
Sam Trapkin : Guitar (since 2007)
Justice Tripp : Vocals (since 2007)
Jared Carman : Bass (since 2008/09)
Brad Hyra : Guitar (since 2008/09)
Ex-members:
Ben Esparza : Drums (2007-2009)
Eric Mach : Bass (2007-2008/09)
Daniel Klipa : Guitar (2007-2008/09)
Discography:
Demo (2007)
Trapped Under Ice / Dirty Money split EP (2008)
Stay Cold (2008)
Secrets Of The World (2009)
Big Kiss Goodnight (2011)
Heatwave (2017)
Tui
Trapped Under Ice Lyrics
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nowhere to run, live my life for no one
TUI what's done is done
it's done, it's done, I'm done
I'll always be haunted by my past
can't change your view
can't change the things that I do
can't say that I want to
I've lost count of how many times I've had to apologize for doing the right thing
I'm through with doing the right thing
fighting to survive with no remorse
I've got empty hands, all I want is more
all I want is what I deserve and what I've earned
you won't reap the benefits of what I earn
still alive, TUI
TUI, until I die
The lyrics of Trapped Under Ice's "TUI" convey a sense of unapologetic acceptance of one's past actions. The singer acknowledges the mistakes they have made and the consequences that have ensued, but they are not sorry for what they have done. This could be interpreted as a stance against societal pressure to conform and apologize for one's actions, even if they were necessary. The singer also asserts their right to live their life without the influence of others, stating "nowhere to run, live my life for no one." They refuse to conform to others' expectations, even if it means being haunted by their past.
The lines "what's right for me might not be right for you" highlight the theme of individuality and the notion that everyone has a different moral compass. The singer is not trying to justify their actions, but rather asserting their right to make their own decisions and follow their own path. The song ends with the singer declaring their resilience and commitment to living their life on their own terms, until they die.
Overall, "TUI" is a defiant anthem for those who refuse to apologize for being true to themselves, and serves as a reminder that everyone has the right to live their life on their own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not sorry that I can't take back all the things I've done in the past
I have no remorse for my past actions that cannot be undone.
nowhere to run, live my life for no one
I have no escape and live for myself alone.
TUI what's done is done
I acknowledge that my past cannot be changed.
it's done, it's done, I'm done
I accept that my actions have led to my current state of being.
I'll always be haunted by my past
My past mistakes will continue to affect me.
can't change your view
I cannot control how others perceive me.
can't change the things that I do
I cannot change my actions and choices.
can't say that I want to
I do not wish to change my ways.
what's right for me might not be right for you
My actions and choices may not align with your ideals.
I've lost count of how many times I've had to apologize for doing the right thing
I've been criticized for my actions, even when they were morally correct.
I'm through with doing the right thing
I am done trying to please others and conform to their expectations.
fighting to survive with no remorse
I am struggling to survive without any guilt for my actions.
I've got empty hands, all I want is more
I have nothing and seek to gain more.
all I want is what I deserve and what I've earned
I believe I deserve and have earned what I desire.
you won't reap the benefits of what I earn
I will not share what I earn with others.
still alive, TUI
Despite my past, I am living on.
TUI, until I die
I will carry my past with me until the end of my life.
Contributed by Aaron R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.