Walkways is an alternative metal band based in Tel Aviv, Israel. The band started off in 2006 under a different moniker and line-up but solidified in 2010. The band is driven with a goal to keep sane and evolve into more humane and moral people while writing their music - the soundtrack of the highs and lows of their lives.
The album "Safe in Sound" was released in May 2013, and was mixed and mastered by Jens Bogren (Opeth, Katatonia, Soilwork, James LaBrie..) at Fascination Street Studios in Sweden. It was recorded in different studios in Israel, and was produced independently by the band. The album displays a wide array of songs - each song is composed and arranged to fit the lyrics - that come from personal experiences, to bring out all the causes and emotions that gave birth to the text which tell the familiar stories of dealing with the natural impulses of the human mind, and maintaining an aware and controlled mind.
Walkways are:
Vocals - Ran Yerushalmi
Guitars - Bar Caspi
Guitars – Yoni Menner
Bass - Avihai Levy
Drums - Priel Horesh
Thoughts
Walkways Lyrics
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Come pick my brain
You're a default fuck
We're both raising Cain
Peek-a-boo
Come pick my brain
I'll be biting my lip
Peek-a-boo
Come pick my brain
You're a default fuck
We're both raising Cain
Peek-a-boo
Come pick my brain
I'll be biting my lip
Oh I'll be bleeding insane
PEEK-A-BOO!
Skulls on a stick
There's nothing to think about
I lose doubt a little more everyday
It's not the right way,
But the shallow, obvious say that if you mean well, than it's all ok
I close my eyes and inside out I go falling smiling doubtless senseless
Fuck your answers
Here am I
Here am I
My skin is growing thicker, molding, unfolding a monster.
Grinding thoughts of a blood mouth, so look out.
It's an empty page at an empty time
Too fucking easy to be carried away with our eyes
Blindfolded blind fools -- dead inside,
I'm faking my days, it's too easy to hate so I'm -
Chewing my mouth as I begin to blame others around me
I hate to feel the same, it's the shame that rips the light apart
It's not out, it's in --
I'm a fucking human being
Human being
My skin is growing thicker, molding, unfolding a monster.
Grinding thoughts of a blood mouth, so look out.
Growing thicker
molding, unfolding a monster.
Grinding thoughts of a blood mouth
so look out.
BLOODMOUTH
BLOODMOUTH
In Walkways’ “Thoughts”, the singer seems to be addressing someone, possibly a lover or a friend, in a semi-confrontational manner. They repeat the phrase “peek-a-boo, come pick my brain” multiple times, which may imply that the singer wants the other person to understand their thoughts and emotions. However, they also call the other person a “default f***”, possibly indicating resentment or dissatisfaction in the relationship.
The chorus is brief but powerful, with the singer biting their lip and bleeding “insane”. This can be interpreted as a metaphor for emotional pain, and the repeated use of “peek-a-boo” and “Come pick my brain” suggest a desire for the other person to understand or empathize with their suffering. However, this longing for emotional connection is contrasted with the violent imagery of skulls on a stick and the phrase “we’re both raising Cain”, which implies a destructive or chaotic element to the relationship.
The second verse discusses the singer’s inner turmoil and dissatisfaction with their life. They describe themselves as a “monster” and mention grinding thoughts of a “blood mouth”, which could signify violent or self-destructive impulses. The singer seems to feel misunderstood and angry, calling others “blindfolded blind fools” and “dead inside”. They acknowledge that it’s easy to hate and blame others, but also express a desire to be understood and seen as a “human being”.
Overall, “Thoughts” is a complex and emotionally charged song that deals with themes of emotional pain, communication breakdown, and inner turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
Peek-a-boo
Catch my attention, come take a closer look
Come pick my brain
Engage with me intellectually, have a conversation about deep thoughts
You're a default fuck
You're just like everyone else, ordinary and unremarkable
We're both raising Cain
We're both causing trouble and creating chaos
I'll be biting my lip
I'm trying to control my emotions, holding back what I truly want to say
Oh I'll be bleeding insane
Emotionally, I'm on the brink of losing my mind
Skulls on a stick
Disturbing imagery, symbols of death or violence
There's nothing to think about
Life feels empty, devoid of any meaningful purpose
I lose doubt a little more everyday
My belief in anything is slowly eroding away
It's not the right way,
I am aware that my mindset is not healthy or productive
But the shallow, obvious say that if you mean well, than it's all ok
People who don't truly understand my struggles might offer unhelpful advice or platitudes to try and make me feel better
I close my eyes and inside out I go falling smiling doubtless senseless
I try to escape my thoughts and emotions, but it only leads to a deeper sense of confusion and despair
Fuck your answers
I reject any easy solutions or trite advice that doesn't truly address my problems
Here am I
I exist, despite my struggles and confusion
My skin is growing thicker, molding, unfolding a monster.
I am becoming increasingly jaded and cynical in response to the world around me
Grinding thoughts of a blood mouth, so look out.
My thoughts and emotions are powerful and volatile, and I may lash out unpredictably
It's an empty page at an empty time
I feel lost and hopeless, with no clear direction or purpose in life
Too fucking easy to be carried away with our eyes
We fall easily into complacency, ignoring deeper issues and becoming consumed with superficial concerns
Blindfolded blind fools -- dead inside,
We are oblivious and unfeeling, unable to truly engage with the world around us
I'm faking my days, it's too easy to hate so I'm -
I am simply going through the motions of daily life, suppressing my true feelings and struggling not to succumb to hatred and despair
Chewing my mouth as I begin to blame others around me
I resort to blaming others for my problems rather than confronting my own issues
I hate to feel the same, it's the shame that rips the light apart
I am ashamed of my struggles and frustrated at my inability to change, which only further exacerbates my feelings of hopelessness
It's not out, it's in --
My problems cannot be easily resolved by changing my external circumstances or blaming others, they are internal and deeply-rooted
I'm a fucking human being
Despite my flaws and struggles, I am still a valid and valuable person
Growing thicker
My skin (i.e. my emotional defenses) are becoming stronger and harder
molding, unfolding a monster.
My emotional state is becoming increasingly monstrous and dangerous
BLOODMOUTH
A final expression of violent, visceral emotion
Contributed by Muhammad H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gianluca Sorrentino
Indeed. The heavy riffs from Disturbed, the switching between screaming and melodic singing from KoRn and the funny intros from SOAD. I love it that these bands take the 2000s metal bands as inspiration, so now we get a new generation of Metal. IT WILL NEVER DIE!
Paul Christopher4Christ
I can really move and groove to this song. Love the lyrics, the sound and the beat. Good stuff.
FutureSequence
0:00 soad 0:09 disturbed 0:26 korn 0:51 alter bridge 2:20 meshuggah 2:37 killswitch engage
Borat Sagdiyev
Haha sounds accurate
Daniel Olsen
They are so creative. Definately my new favorite band. :)
Milan2003pan
excellent song, very interesting lyrics and awesome melody!!!
Siv Le
This song just kicked me right in the face!! Loved it! :)
raonline14
Wow... fantastic lyrics also perfect presentation. Well done.
danicakal
awesome energy in this song! love it!
Kuufac
Tremenda canción!