Another Hero Lost
Shadows Fall
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I'll never leave you But Fate has come to silence me Darkness is all that I see I cannot reach you And soon the earth will cover me Its become so hard to breathe Forever...is waiting The final steps your taking Will soon be buried in the sand And all of the battles They say we won They leave another thousand lifes undone Another thousand lifes Forever...is waiting The final steps your taking Will soon be buried in the sand Your gone but not forgot Another Hero lost The sorrow builds with every passing All the lessons that you taught When all would light you bright It is all in the eyes of your son (Solo) Forever...is waiting The final steps your taking Will soon be buried in the sand Your gone but not forgot Another Hero lost The sorrow builds with every passing All the lessons that you taught When all would light you bright It is all in the eyes of your son
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Written by: BRIAN FAIR, JASON D BITTNER, JONATHAN DONAIS, MATTHEW BACHAND, PAUL ROMANKO
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Another Hero Lost" is a song by American heavy metal band Shadows Fall from their 2007 album, 'Threads Of Life'.
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About the BandShadows Fall formed in 1996 in Massachusetts. They are often noted for their melodic take on heavy metal, blending powerful guitar riffs with clean vocals.
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Album Success'Threads of Life' peaked at #46 on the Billboard 2000 in its first week of release, demonstrating the commercial success of the album which features "Another Hero Lost".
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Song Context"Another Hero Lost" is a tribute song written by the band's lead vocalist, Brian Fair. It was written in memory of his cousin who was an army soldier and died in the Iraq war.
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Genre VariationUnlike most songs by Shadows Fall, "Another Hero Lost" is a soft rock ballad. The band is generally known for their heavy metal music.
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Emotional ConnectionThe song beautifully articulates the pain and loss felt by those left behind when a loved one is killed in the line of duty. The raw emotion in the vocals adds a touching level of authenticity.
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Musical StyleThe song is notable for its acoustic tone, straying from the band's characteristic heavy electric sound. This shift in style underlines the somber theme of the song.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised "Another Hero Lost" for its emotional depth and clear narrative, often highlighting it as a standout track on the album.
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Supporting a CauseShadows Fall used the song in charitable ventures, performing it at benefit concerts to raise funds for military families, reaffirming the band's support to the soldiers.
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Fanbase Reaction"Another Hero Lost" became a fan favorite, with many appreciating the band's willingness to explore softer, more poignant themes alongside their heavier tracks.
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