The release of their EP Burning Satellites, produced by Grammy and Dove award-winning producer Travis Wyrick (P.O.D., Disciple, and Pillar), shows that We As Human pulls no punches when it comes to speaking the truth and getting their point across to the listener. Hard-hitting topics saturate this collection of songs, ranging from false prophets to dying to oneself and even touching on abortion from the child's perspective.
In regards to the messages penned within the lyrics, lead vocalist Justin Cordle states, "When people put in a We As Human album I want it to challenge their thinking, challenge their mentality a bit...because if you can get people thinking, they'll do the rest. They'll make up their minds; they'll make the choice, right or wrong. It says to simply present the gospel, to be transformed by the renewing of your mind. What I would hope people take away is a whole lot of things to think about. And what they do with those thoughts, emotions and feelings is completely up to them."
With a highly anticipated tour with The Wedding and six festivals already booked for 2009, We As Human is looking forward to bringing their message and self-efficient rock show to the people.
"Rock and roll was born out of this experience that people were having. They loved the huge sound; they loved the big lights, the big stages, the big guitars..." Justin Cordle states. "We believe that the rock and roll feel has been dumbed-down in the Christian industry and that the industry holds the mentality that the bands that include too much of themselves into the ministry become selfish and prideful."
Justin disagrees with that form of thinking completely, responding, "I think the reason people come to shows is because they want to be entertained...it's still an entertainment business. And while we do talk about our faith, we do consider it a ministry, we do make sure that we keep ourselves in check and in balance--at the same time, we love rock and roll and the show and everything that the people love, so we try to do it as big and as bad as we can."
Even though We As Human is all about bringing rock and roll back to the masses, the band does not shy away or pretend to leave behind their main purpose for being a band."If I could get on a megaphone to the entire world right now I would want to tell them that there is hope in Jesus and that their life can be changed entirely by Jesus...when the lights go out and everything is over that's the only message that I would really want people to know--and that's the only message that even matters in this whole world."
Take the bullets away
We As Human Lyrics
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One bullet in the gun
And I'm spinning the revolver
Thinking this could be the one
I tried to find religion
To see what I'd become
I was ruined by the world
Am I worthless?
Am I filthy?
Am I too far gone for a remedy?
Will you help me?
'Cause I'm dying
To be something more than a memory
If I reach out
Can I trust you?
Will you help me see the light of one more day?
Take the bullets away
Take the bullets away
I've tried to build resistance
I've tried to start a war
But no one ever listened
I've battled with the storm
Am I worthless?
Am I filthy?
Am I too far gone for a remedy?
Will you help me?
'Cause I'm dying
To be something more than a memory
If I reach out
Can I trust you?
Will you help me see the light of one more day?
Take the bullets away
You're so disarming
There's nothing left to fear
You're so disarming
I'd drop all my weapons to show you that I'm not afraid
Take the bullets away
Take the bullets away
Am I worthless?
Am I filthy?
Am I too far gone for a remedy?
Will you help me?
'Cause I'm dying
To be something more than a memory
If I reach out
Can I trust you?
Will you help me see the light of one more day?
Take the bullets away
Take the bullets away
Take the bullets away
Take the bullets away
Take the bullets away
"Take The Bullets Away" by We As Human is a song essentially about hope in the face of despair. It's a song about a man who is at his lowest possible point, emotionally and mentally. He has a gun with one bullet in it, ready to end his life. The lyrics state that he's "spinning the revolver," toying with the possibility of taking his life. The singer then reflects on his past and how he's tried different ways to cope and change, ultimately coming to the conclusion that his past experiences have left him feeling ruined and questioning his worth. He rhetorically asks, "am I worthless? am I filthy?" Almost as if he is trying to make sense of a world that doesn’t make sense, a world that has seemingly failed him.
The chorus is the plea of the singer, asking for help. He is seeking someone to save him, to "take the bullets away." The singer seeks someone who can help him find the "light of one more day." As the song progresses, we see the singer find that hope at the end of the song as the chorus continues to repeat, "Take the bullets away." The repeated phrase highlights the importance of this message that seeks help when we are in our most desperate moments, and how important it is to have compassion for the suffering of others.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got my finger on the trigger
I am on the verge of taking my own life.
One bullet in the gun
I have one means to end it all.
And I'm spinning the revolver
I am terrified of what may come next, yet I am also curious.
Thinking this could be the one
I am considering pulling the trigger, knowing that this could be the end.
I tried to find religion
I searched for a way to find hope and redemption.
To see what I'd become
I wanted to understand the nature of my being, my purpose and my worth.
I was ruined by the world
The world shattered me with its cruelty and sins.
But I blamed it on the son
I blamed my pain on the supposed shortcomings of a higher power.
Am I worthless?
Do I have any value or significance?
Am I filthy?
Am I tainted beyond redemption?
Am I too far gone for a remedy?
Is it too late for me to be saved?
Will you help me?
Will you offer me your support, love and guidance?
'Cause I'm dying
I am not living, I am just surviving, barely hanging on.
To be something more than a memory
I long to live a meaningful, fulfilling life, not just be a fleeting thought to others.
If I reach out
If I dare to ask for help and support.
Can I trust you?
Can I rely on you to be there for me and not judge or condemn me?
Will you help me see the light of one more day?
Will you help me find hope, joy and meaning in life even when everything seems dark and hopeless?
You're so disarming
You are so kind, loving and understanding that I feel safe and accepted.
There's nothing left to fear
In your presence, I feel calm, peaceful and safe.
I'd drop all my weapons to show you that I'm not afraid
I would release all my anger, bitterness, pain and fear to show you that I trust and respect you.
Take the bullets away
Take away my pain, my regrets, my insecurities and my self-destructive tendencies.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Justin Robert Cordle, Mark Holman, Rob Hawkins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Marjorie Schurr
Lacey's first scream gives me goosebumps every single time! I adore every aspect of this song.
Dude that does stuff randomly and posts about it.
Lacey Sturm is a fucking goddess baby
Jessica Bly
Me too. I feel like it was written for me somwtimes.
BlackPink Lover
evan butler tf
Casey T
Marjorie Bowlden yeah that 1st one made me think of when they 1st started out and for it to come out of her, as little as she is, is amazing
Brian Givens
Marjorie Bowlden Me too! Love it.
Bryan G
I love how this song doesn't sugar coat everything and pretend that everything is just okay once you are a Christian
Dude that does stuff randomly and posts about it.
Fuck you for this comment though
Dude that does stuff randomly and posts about it.
Fuck Christianity though
100% horrible and cause of innumerable issues/problems
Holli Jordan
@UwU Productions I’m not either. I’m a Pagan