Current members
Danny Leal - Vocals (2005-present)
Sal Dominguez β Guitars (2005βpresent)
Ruben Alvarez β Guitars (2012βpresent), Bass (2005β2012)
Rey Martinez β Bass (2013βpresent)
Tito Felix β Drums, Percussion (2014βpresent)
Extermination
Upon a Burning Body Lyrics
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Let go
No more excuses
Let go
Of the life you've known
Listen
To your intuition
Fear control
Let go of the life you've known
Don't let fear control
I won't live at the bottom any more
Destroy the weakness
To be on top of the world
Extermination
Taking over the world
So let me tell you
You can't break what you didn't build
You don't own anything you steal
Face your fears and reap the reward
Nothing in life worth having comes easy
So let go of the life you've known
Don't let fear control
Destroy the weakness
To be on top of the world
Extermination
Taking over the world
I won't live at the bottom anymore
So save your pity for the weak
The lyrics of Upon a Burning Body's song Extermination are about empowerment and overcoming fear. The opening line, "Save your pity for the weak," is a call to action, suggesting that feeling sorry for oneself or others is pointless. The repeated phrase "Let go of the life you've known" is a challenge for the listener to break free from their current situation, to listen to their intuition and not be controlled by fear. The lyrics reinforce the idea that success does not come easy and that one must face their fears to reap the rewards.
The chorus of "Destroy the weakness, to be on top of the world, extermination, taking over the world," is a rallying cry to eliminate anything that may hold one back, to be the best, and to conquer the world. The final line, "I won't live at the bottom anymore, so save your pity for the weak," is a declaration of self-confidence and a refusal to be pitied. The lyrics are meant to inspire and motivate listeners to be strong, fearless, and take control of their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Save your pity for the weak
Don't waste your sympathy on those who lack the strength to better themselves.
Let go
Release the past and embrace change.
No more excuses
Stop making justifications and start taking responsibility.
Of the life you've known
Break free from your comfort zone and take risks.
Listen
Pay attention to your instincts and intuition.
To your intuition
Trust your inner voice and instinct.
Don't let
Refuse to allow.
Fear control
Do not be timid or terrified, take control of your fears.
I won't live at the bottom any more
I will no longer live in fear, mediocrity or failure.
Destroy the weakness
Eradicate any inadequacy and frailty in yourself.
To be on top of the world
To achieve the ultimate success.
Extermination
Complete removal or destruction of anything that stands in the way of success.
Taking over the world
Conquering the world with strength and power.
So let me tell you
Listen to my advice and insight.
You can't break what you didn't build
It is impossible to destroy something you did not create.
You don't own anything you steal
Anything gained by dishonesty is not truly owned by the perpetrator.
Face your fears and reap the reward
Confront and overcome your fears to experience the ultimate success.
Nothing in life worth having comes easy
Achieving success requires hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
Lyrics Β© O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Thomas Alvarez, Ruben Alvarez, Chris Mora, Danny Leal
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Theystarenow
Adding to my calming playlist
Sohan Ekbote
Help me understand.
Brotha Man
@Sohan Ekbote listen to your intuition donβt let fear control
Bedsaida Lopez
Same π
somerandomk9
nice, i have a knitting playlist that this would be perfect for
Traylortrio
Mine is call the daydream playlist
Eh, I guess so
Makes me nostalgic for the way metal sounded in 2008. Well done fellas, cheers to many more albums to come.
Elizabeth Hughes
I thought the same thing!
Alberto Asenov
YESSS THATS WHY I LOVE THAT SONG
Vida Ayon
Agree