Current members
Danny Leal - Vocals (2005-present)
Sal Dominguez – Guitars (2005–present)
Ruben Alvarez – Guitars (2012–present), Bass (2005–2012)
Rey Martinez – Bass (2013–present)
Tito Felix – Drums, Percussion (2014–present)
A New Responsibility
Upon a Burning Body Lyrics
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Fuels Illumination
A time to throw the old away
Start again
Failure fuels the fire
Where there's a will there is a way
To get back up
Listen as the voice calls to you
Pulling from the inside
Eyes wide open yet no one sees
With open ears no one's listening
All mouths are moving still no one speaks
Trying to tame a fire using gasoline
A cold and eerie desolate place
Where the mind was enslaved
Leaving that stale misleading state
Break away
With failures fueling the fire along the way
To conquer or falter
Begins from the inside
Eyes wide open yet no one sees
With open ears no one's listening
All mouths are moving still no one speaks
Trying to tame a fire you're pouring gasoline
Why are the souls so distant
While spirits stand all alone
How do you starve the flesh from chaos
Stop feeding it
Starving the flesh from chaos
Eyes wide open yet no one sees
With open ears no one's listening
All mouths are moving still no one speaks
Trying to tame a fire you're pouring gasoline
In the song "A New Responsibility" by Upon a Burning Body, the lyrics convey a powerful message about change and transformation. The opening lines speak of a new responsibility that brings illumination and prompts the need to let go of the past and start anew. The idea that failure can fuel the fire of progress is highlighted, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and resilience in the face of challenges. The lyrics suggest that where there is determination, there is always a way to rise again and overcome obstacles.
The imagery of eyes wide open but no one truly seeing, and open ears yet no one listening, portrays a sense of disconnect and isolation despite the outward appearance of being present. This disconnect is further emphasized by the lines describing all mouths moving without anyone speaking, reflecting a lack of authentic communication and understanding. The metaphor of trying to tame a fire using gasoline conveys the futility of trying to control chaotic situations with equally destructive actions, symbolizing a cycle of self-sabotage and struggle.
The mention of a cold and eerie desolate place where the mind was enslaved evokes a sense of internal confinement and falsehood, urging the listener to break free from such misleading states. The idea of failures fueling the journey towards success is reiterated, highlighting the internal battle between conquering challenges or succumbing to them. The lyrics emphasize that true change and growth must begin from within, suggesting that overcoming obstacles requires introspection and inner strength.
The final section of the song questions the distance between souls and spirits, hinting at a lack of connection and understanding among individuals. The plea to starve the flesh from chaos and stop feeding into destructive patterns serves as a call to take control of one's actions and emotions. The repeated imagery of eyes wide open but blind, ears open but deaf, and mouths moving but silent, underscores the importance of genuine communication and self-awareness in navigating life's challenges. Overall, the song encourages introspection, resilience, and a willingness to break free from destructive cycles in order to embrace growth and transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
A new responsibility
Accepting a new obligation
Fuels illumination
Drives enlightenment
A time to throw the old away
Discarding the past
Start again
Begin anew
Failure fuels the fire
Mistakes spark progress
Where there's a will there is a way
Determination finds solutions
To get back up
Rise after falling
Listen as the voice calls to you
Hear your inner calling
You feel it rumbling
Sense the imminent change
Pulling from the inside
Internal motivation driving forward
Eyes wide open yet no one sees
Observation without understanding
With open ears no one's listening
Receptiveness without comprehension
All mouths are moving still no one speaks
Communication lacking authenticity
Trying to tame a fire using gasoline
Attempting control with counterproductive methods
A cold and eerie desolate place
Lonely and barren environment
Where the mind was enslaved
When thoughts were imprisoned
Leaving that stale misleading state
Escaping deception and stagnation
Break away
Free yourself
With failures fueling the fire along the way
Mistakes motivating progress in the journey
To conquer or falter
Achieve success or fail
Begins from the inside
Starts within oneself
Why are the souls so distant
Questioning emotional distance
While spirits stand all alone
When inner strength is solitary
How do you starve the flesh from chaos
Preventing turmoil from taking over
Stop feeding it
Cease contributing to chaos
Eyes wide open yet no one sees
Observing but not comprehending
With open ears no one's listening
Ready to hear but not understanding
All mouths are moving still no one speaks
Talking without genuine communication
Trying to tame a fire you're pouring gasoline
Attempting to control a situation with counterproductive actions
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Chris Mora, Danny Leal, Ruben Alvarez, Thomas Alvarez
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Diesel 33
The stars at night are big and bright deep in the heart of
Texas Hell yeah!
If you cannot tell by the way I talk
Then you sure as hell better check by the way I walk
A million miles tall and wide is just to scratch
The surface of our pride standing tall through it all
The lone star shines and flies alone
The only place that we call home
Everything is bigger in Texas, loaded double barrel blow you to pieces
Everything is bigger in Texas, loaded double barrel blow you to pieces
Let us do a toast for our lone star state
Put them up shotgun heavy drinking booze all day
Everything is bigger in Texas, loaded double barrel blow you to pieces
Everything is bigger in Texas, loaded double barrel blow you to pieces
Ten steps closer to hell we stand this is our God-given promise land
The stars at night are big and bright deep in the heart of Texas
The stars at night are big and bright deep in the heart of Texas
We respect the land that we come from, it's the place we call home
We respect the ground that we walk on, it's the place we call home
Don't fuck with TEXAS!!
🤘🤘🤘
TankTheTech
No joke, I haven't listened to anything from this band since "Red. White. Green" (for whatever reason), and after this, I feel like I've missed out on A LOT of killer music. Haha. Pre-ordered the album and can't wait!
Danny Weldon
You didn't miss anything. This is the best song they've release since the Red White Green album lol
Core
@Victor Lugosi lmao
Victor Lugosi
They all sucked other than that album
Core
Why? Didn't like The World Is My Enemy Now album and the rest of their recent albums?
Juan Cruz Fabi
This proves that if you walk far enough, you'll find a metal band shooting a video in the middle of a desert.
steven42087
A fucking badass one representing tx yeah u right. Luckily they have this video.
Lucas Vertefeuille
Dont ask, don’t tell, ;) Chelsea grin; desert
Relentless Chaos
Or in a deep dark basement or playing out in the pouring rain
Sierra Locy
Just to get close enough to find out it was a mirage