The group achieved brief national fame when their single "Hope is where the heart is" reached #1 position on Triple J's Net50. Seraphs Coal was soon blacklisted by the station for recieving countless calls and votes for the band which the station claimed the band incited.
The group called it quits in November 2002 to two sellout crowds, and one secret show a number of months later in 2003. Most members have gone onto other things outside of music, but vocalist and founding member Dan Jones is involved in a few other bands, including Stronghold Hardcore and God So Loved the World. Both of which have now disbanded.
Final lineup:
Dan Jones- Drums/ Vocals,
Sam Barnes- Guitar/ Vocals
John Garrett - Second Guitar
Andre Dumuid - Bass
No Hero
seraphs coal Lyrics
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Although the intention was sharpened with pride
The message your sending is so condesending
Expense of another a small price to pay
Words that come out of the mouth come from the heart
They show who you are
Corruption inside is the nature of pride
It brings you and everyone down
Without hurting someone who's hurting inside
And when you awaken self gratification
You show your true colours for all that they are.
Some of your thoughts are better left unsaid
Some things inside betray the mind
The mouth of a wise man speaks only his wisdom
And wisdom itself is derived from God.
The lyrics of Seraph's Coal's song "No Hero" may seem complex at first glance, but they offer a powerful message about the importance of integrity, empathy, and wisdom in our communication. The first verse starts with the assumption that the listener's intention is not meant to hurt, but the reality can be quite different. The intention may be sharpened with pride, even if no one is offended. This pride may cause the message to come off as condescending and put the expense of others on a small price to pay. The song stresses the importance of being mindful of our words and being self-aware of our pride as it can bring us and everyone around us down.
The chorus drives home the importance of words, highlighting how words come from the heart and show who we truly are. The corruption inside, which is the nature of pride, is emphasized as something that brings everyone, including the person exhibiting it, down. The subsequent chorus stresses how tough it can be to express what one feels without hurting someone who is already hurting. It is important to be self-aware, to the point of realizing that our actions may be born out of self-gratification, which can be detrimental to others. The song's final verse emphasizes the need to develop and practice wisdom in silence, which can be attained from God.
Overall, Seraph's Coal's "No Hero" encourages listeners to be more mindful of their intentions and communication. It reminds us that our words are powerful and should be used wisely, especially when expressing our feelings. It further emphasizes that empathy and self-awareness are essential in our communication, encouraging us to be a source of support rather than a burden to others.
Line by Line Meaning
Take it for granted that no one's offended
Assume that no one is upset, even though the intent was to showcase pride
Although the intention was sharpened with pride
Despite the fact that the aim was to exhibit pride
The message you're sending is so condescending
The words you're using make you seem superior and belittle the person you're talking to
Expense of another a small price to pay
It is easy to harm someone else when it benefits you without considering the cost to them
Words that come out of the mouth come from the heart
What you say is often a reflection of how you truly feel inside
They show who you are
Your words tell others about your character and personality
Corruption inside is the nature of pride
Being too proud can cause one to become corrupt and this is the natural consequence
It brings you and everyone down
Pride is self-destructive and can negatively affect those around you
It'll never be easy to say what you're feeling
Expressing your emotions is never simple
Without hurting someone who's hurting inside
It's challenging to communicate effectively without unintentionally causing pain to someone who is already hurting
And when you awaken self-gratification
When you prioritize your own satisfaction above all else
You show your true colours for all that they are
Your true character and intentions become apparent
Some of your thoughts are better left unsaid
It is sometimes best to keep certain thoughts to oneself
Some things inside betray the mind
Certain thoughts can be misleading and cause us to act in ways we might regret
The mouth of a wise man speaks only his wisdom
A truly wise person only shares insightful and meaningful words
And wisdom itself is derived from God.
True wisdom comes from above, it is a divine gift.
Contributed by Jonathan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.