Inside the Fire

Disturbed

About Inside the Fire

"Inside the Fire" (alternatively known as "Devon") is a song by American heavy metal band Disturbed. The song was released as the lead single from the band's fourth studio album, Indestructible (2008), on March 25, 2008 as a digital download. The song features suicidal themes, and, in May 2008, a music video was unveiled for the song. However, due to the involvement of suicidal themes in the uncensored music video, an edited version of the song and music video was released, in which these themes are absent. On March 24, 2008, "Inside the Fire" debuted on more than sixty radio stations, quickly showing up on many significant music charts and reaching number 73 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and number one on the Hot Mainstream Rock Chart. The single became nominated for a Grammy Award in the "Best Hard Rock Performance" category. The song was featured in Madden NFL 09. 


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Oh Devon
Won't go to Heaven
She's just another lost soul, about to be mine again
Leave her
We will receive her
It is beyond your control
Will you ever meet again.

Devon
One of eleven
Who had been rendered unwhole.
As a little child,
She was taken
And then forsaken
You will remember it all
Let it blow your mind again.

Devon lies beyond this portal
Take the word of one immortal

Give your soul to me
For eternity
Release your life
To begin another time with her
End your grief with me
There's another way
Release your life
Take your place inside the fire with her

Sever
Now and forever
You're just another lost soul about to be mine again
See her, you'll never free her
You must surrender it all
In your life to meet again

Fire
All you desire
As she begins to turn cold and run out of time
You will shiver
Till you deliver
You will remember it all
Let it blow your mind again

Devon lies beyond this portal
Take the word of one immortal
Give your soul to me
For eternity
Release your life
To begin another time with her
End your grief with me
There's another way
Release your life
Take your place inside the fire with her.

Give your soul to me
For eternity
Release your life
To begin another time with her
End your grief with me
There's another way
Release your life
Take your place inside the fire with her

Devon
Among the livin'
Who had been rendered unwhole
As a little child
She was taken,
And then forsaken
You will remember it all
Let it blow your mind again.

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Disturbed

Disturbed is an American rock band from Chicago, Illinois. The band formed in 1996 when musicians Dan Donegan, Steve "Fuzz" Kmak, and Mike Wengren hired David Draiman as their singer. Since the band's formation, they have sold over 13 million albums worldwide, making them one of the largest grossing metal/rock bands in recent years. The band has released five studio albums, four of which have consecutively debuted at number-one on the Billboard 200. The band went into an indefinite hiatus in October 2011. more »

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Written by: DAN DONEGAN, DAVID DRAIMAN, MICHAEL WENGREN, MIKE WENGREN

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26 facts about this song

Band Origin
"Inside the Fire" is by an American heavy metal band, Disturbed, which was formed in 1994.
Album Release
The song is from the band's fourth studio album, "Indestructible," released in 2008.
Chart Performance
"Inside the Fire" peaked at number 73 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showing the band's mainstream success.
Grammy Nomination
It was nominated for a Grammy in 2009 in the Hard Rock Performance category, marking a significant achievement for the band.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics deal with frontman David Draiman's teenage girlfriend's suicide.
Warning Message
It is one of the band's songs that starts with a warning message about its graphic depiction of suicide.
Music Video
The music video of "Inside the Fire" depicts a narrative that mirrors the song's theme of suicide and loss, with Draiman being tormented by a demonic girl.
Creativity
It combines heavy metal with elements of hard rock, showcasing the band's distinctive style.
Popularity
The song is recognized as one of Disturbed's most popular tracks, solidifying their status in the heavy metal genre.
Recognition
In 2008, it was the most played song on Active rock radio in the United States.
Single Release
"Inside the Fire" was released as the lead single from "Indestructible" on March 25, 2008.
Distinctive Vocals
Draiman's powerful and unique vocal performance is particularly notable in this track.
Lyrics Inspiration
Though the lyrics of "Inside the Fire" are centered around a dark theme, they were inspired by a very personal and painful experience in Draiman's life, making the song deeply meaningful for him.
Song Structure
The song features the band's signature heavy and compact song structure, with a powerful chorus following verse sections.
Cover Art
The cover art for the "Inside the Fire" single features the band's distinctive logo - a face, stylized with large eyes and a big, open mouth.
Release Date
"Inside the Fire" was released as a single on March 25, 2008.
Album Appearance
The song is featured on the band Disturbed's fourth studio album, "Indestructible."
Song Meaning
"Inside the Fire" was written by lead singer David Draiman about his girlfriend's suicide when he was 14 years old. The lyrics speak to the pain and torment he felt in the wake of her death.
Chart Success
The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock chart and No. 73 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Grammy Nomination
"Inside the Fire" was nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock Performance in 2009.
Music Video
The music video for "Inside Fire" caused controversy due to its graphic depiction of suicide, resulting in two versions being released - one with a PSA message from David Draiman about suicide prevention and the original version.
Songwriting
Like much of Disturbed's catalog, "Inside the Fire" was jointly written by all four band members - David Draiman, Dan Donegan, Mike Wengren, and John Moyer.
Critical Reception
Critics praised the song for its heavy riffing and Draiman's powerful vocals, which effectively conveyed the anguish of the lyrics.
Live Performances
"Inside the Fire" quickly became a staple of Disturbed's live shows after its release and is often accompanied by an intense light show.
Song Duration
The total duration of the song is approximately 3 minutes and 52 seconds.
Distinct Style
The song adheres to Disturbed's signature style of blending heavy metal with elements of hard rock and alternative metal.

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