Current members:
Hance Alligood - clean vocals (since 2011)
Kevin Hanson - rhythm guitar (since 2009)
Andrew Paiano - lead guitar (since 2011)
Doriano Magliano- unclean vocals (since 2012)
Brian Medley- bass guitar (since 2012)
Touring members
David Angle (since 2013)
Former members
Austin Thornton - drums, programming (2009-2013)
Tim Sherrill - lead guitar (2009–2010)
Tyler Carter (2009-2011)
Geoffrey Higgins - lead guitar 2011)
Michael Bohn - unclean vocals ( 2009-2013)
Ben Ferris - keyboards, synthesizers, backing vocals ( 2009-2012)
Cory Ferris - bass guitar (2009-2012)
Fame > Demise
Woe Is Me Lyrics
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I thought I had your word
That a father dies before his son
Now the reaper and his men are marching your way straight to hell
All that you taught me to be
Was a moper, a dreamer that only refused to dream.
Oh save it please
And I'm speaking just to show you the way.
How could you
Shelter me out
I'm much older now
You're a chemical fiend you shatter like a beaker
When I only want to show you the way
The architect, the creator
I'll build my way out of your demise
These dreams are my castles
Not the walls you built up around me
Oh when I look at my watch and I know
Time is gold
It can't be pawned and it can't be sold
Now you're running out of time,
Better relapse and rewind
Crucify your addiction so you can cross this line
Nothing can save you from the fate that awaits you
Disregard the signals
Disregard the smoke
Father don't believe them
Just let them fucking choke
Now we lay you down to sleep
I pray his hands, your soul to reap
And if I die before you wake
Then I've lost a bet and for fucks sake
When all your cards are on the table
Pray the floor is still and stable and dance your life away
Your true colors are starting to get loud
(So loud that it hurts my ears)
Have fun praying to your gray god now
This war don't determine who's right
This war just determines who's left Standing tonight
Stop handing me lights
I can see what you are in the dark just fine
I'm not blind I'm bending the blinds
Peaking through to get a glimpse of your anguishing life
You're hiding like a vampire here comes the strife
This won't hurt me cause I get a thrill from the bite.
So place your bets
Place your bets
'Cause through my eyes you'll reap what you sew
The song "Fame-Demise" by Woe Is Me is a powerful and emotional piece about the struggle between good and evil, addiction and redemption, and the disappointment and disillusionment that comes with failed promises. The opening lines of the song, "The devil and god are knocking at my door / I thought I had your word / That a father dies before his son / Now the reaper and his men are marching your way straight to hell" paint a picture of someone who is grappling with the idea of mortality and questioning the beliefs they were taught. The line "Now the reaper and his men are marching your way straight to hell" suggests that the person is struggling with addiction and the consequences that come with it.
The chorus of the song, "All that you taught me to be / Was a moper, a dreamer that only refused to dream / Oh save it please / My voice is peaking through your speakers / And I'm speaking just to show you the way. / How could you / Shelter me out / I'm much older now / You're a chemical fiend you shatter like a beaker / When I only want to show you the way" is a direct challenge to the person who taught the singer their beliefs. The singer seems to feel disillusioned and abandoned by this person and is now ready to speak out and assert their own independence.
Throughout the rest of the song, the singer struggles with their own demons, their disappointment in those who have let them down, and their own desire to overcome addiction and rise above their circumstances. The line "Stop handing me lights / I can see what you are in the dark just fine" suggests that the singer is no longer willing to rely on others for guidance and is ready to forge their own path.
Line by Line Meaning
The devil and god are knocking at my door
I am facing a dilemma where both evil and good options are presented before me.
I thought I had your word
You gave me a promise, but I'm not sure if I can trust you.
That a father dies before his son
Death follows a certain pattern, and I expected it to follow the pattern it always follows.
Now the reaper and his men are marching your way straight to hell
Death is inevitable, and it is coming to take you to the afterlife.
All that you taught me to be
You had a significant role in shaping who I am today.
Was a moper, a dreamer that only refused to dream.
Your teachings have led me to a life of sadness and unfulfillment.
Oh save it please
I don't want to hear any excuses.
My voice is peaking through your speakers
I am speaking out and making my voice heard.
And I'm speaking just to show you the way.
I am trying to guide you towards a better path.
How could you
I am disappointed in your actions.
Shelter me out
You kept me away from the world, preventing me from experiencing new things.
I'm much older now
I have matured and become independent.
You're a chemical fiend you shatter like a beaker
You are addicted to drugs and your actions are destructive.
When I only want to show you the way
I am trying to help you, but you are not receptive to my guidance.
The architect, the creator
I am the master of my own fate and can determine my own destiny.
I'll build my way out of your demise
I will overcome the negative impact you have on my life.
These dreams are my castles
I have aspirations and goals to strive towards.
Not the walls you built up around me
Your actions have not limited my potential or determination to achieve my dreams.
Oh when I look at my watch and I know
I am aware of the value of time and how precious it is.
Time is gold
Time is valuable and should not be wasted.
It can't be pawned and it can't be sold
Time cannot be traded or exchanged for material possessions.
Now you're running out of time,
Your time is running out, and there's not much left to do.
Better relapse and rewind
You should focus on making amends for your past mistakes.
Crucify your addiction so you can cross this line
You need to overcome your addiction to move forward in life.
Nothing can save you from the fate that awaits you
You cannot escape the consequences of your actions.
Disregard the signals
Ignore the signs of danger.
Disregard the smoke
Don't take precaution in the face of danger.
Father don't believe them
Do not trust those who tell you lies.
Just let them fucking choke
Let their own lies suffocate them.
Now we lay you down to sleep
This is the end of your life.
I pray his hands, your soul to reap
I hope that God will take care of your soul.
And if I die before you wake
If I pass away before you, I hope that everything is okay.
Then I've lost a bet and for fucks sake
If I pass away before you, I have lost a bet and I will be disappointed.
When all your cards are on the table
When you have run out of options or ideas.
Pray the floor is still and stable and dance your life away
I hope that things will work out for you and that you enjoy the rest of your life.
Your true colors are starting to get loud
Your true nature is becoming more apparent.
(So loud that it hurts my ears)
I find your true nature unpleasant or unbearable.
Have fun praying to your gray god now
You are misguided and following false beliefs.
This war don't determine who's right
The outcome of this conflict does not determine who is correct or not.
This war just determines who's left Standing tonight
The only outcome of this conflict is who the victor is.
Stop handing me lights
Stop giving me misinformation or advice.
I can see what you are in the dark just fine
I can see through your deception or lies easily.
I'm not blind I'm bending the blinds
I am able to perceive the truth despite attempts to obscure it.
Peaking through to get a glimpse of your anguishing life
I am trying to understand the pain that you are going through.
You're hiding like a vampire here comes the strife
You are avoiding responsibility or accountability for your actions.
This won't hurt me cause I get a thrill from the bite.
I am not intimidated or scared by your behavior.
So place your bets
Make your predictions or choices.
Place your bets
Place another bet or make a decision.
'Cause through my eyes you'll reap what you sew
You will experience the consequences of your actions, as seen through my perspective.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Austin Thorton, Derek Carter, Kevin Hanson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zachary9706
10 years ago was banging out to this right out of highschool. 10 years later I’m Currently sitting at my desk as a medical provider banging this out between seeing patients. I’ll listen to this til I die. LETS GOOOOO
@RalphWiggum.1
gg
@mattbenson2034
I’d feel way more comfortable knowing my medical provider blasted woe, is me between visits.
@Solid_Dude
It's so good
@cwynn9
This band could've been so successful. They had the greatest sound,
@lukedavies5896
To be honest Only when Tyler and Michael was in the band
@lukedavies5896
I agree 100% ^
@wasupyoh
*****
Nah man, Issues is nothing compare to this :/ Tyler lost his melodies and Michael sounds weak without Ben. The music overall is alot more repetitive and not as exciting.
@lukedavies5896
eeewwhh Oh So is that why Woe is me is split up and Issues are doing really well ? In fact Tyler and Michael are doing 1000x better being in issues :)
@thingmon8728
Luke Davies False, the original guitarist in this band made it. They left, and their second album was garbage, it was just open breakdowns, this shit is melodic with all the tapping and time signature changes