Downfall

Children of Bodom

About Downfall

"Downfall" is a single taken from the second studio album Hatebreeder, by the Finnish metal band Children of Bodom. The song, originally called "Forevermore", was written by the lead vocalist Alexi Laiho. The video of "Downfall" was directed by Mika Lindberg. Side-b contains the cover track "No Commands" by fellow Finnish band Stone. The single spent a total of 11 weeks on the Finnish charts, 2 of which were at #1. It is usually the last song played live at Children of Bodom gigs. They sometimes use an extended intro by keyboardist Janne Wirman in which Laiho and guitarist Roope Latvala play the riffs of famous metal songs (such as Dio's Holy Diver and Judas Priest's Breaking the Law) after which they begin playing the song's main riff. 


Year:
2009
6:08

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The night of timeless fire is drawing near
I flee, throughout the years of throe
Watching through a mirror, as I fall apart
I see a wreck, I'm burning

I see angels burning, falling down in ruins
Looking down I see me, I'm my own enemy

Watching myself decaying, falling from high spirits
I flee, throughout the ruins of me
Longing for finding my way out
Leaving myself, there's nothing left for me
The ruins are about to crumble down.

The flame is dying by shivery winds of jet black skies
It reflects hatred in my eyes

I see angels burning, falling down in ruins
Looking down I see my ashes scattered around my grave

Angels whispering fire, no longer I'm alive
Settled down I'm done with the trip to my kingdom come

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Children of Bodom

Children of Bodom is a Finnish metal band from Espoo. Formed in 1993, the group currently consists of Alexi Laiho (vocals, lead guitar), Roope Latvala (rhythm guitar), Janne Wirman (keyboards), Henkka Seppälä (bass), and Jaska Raatikainen (drums). In total they have released seven studio albums, two live albums, two EPs, two compilation albums and one DVD. more »

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Written by: Aleksi Laiho, Henri Samuli Seppaelae, Janne Wirman, Jaska Ilmari Raatikainen, Sami Okko Aleksanteri Kuoppala

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10 facts about this song

Band Background
"Children of Bodom" is Finnish melodic death metal from Espoo. The band was formed in 1993 and released the song "Downfall" in 1998 as a part of their second studio album dubbed "Hatebreeder."
Song Release
"Downfall" was released along with the album "Hatebreeder" on April 26, 1999, by Spinefarm Records and Nuclear Blast Records.
Album Success
"Hatebreeder," the album from which "Downfall" originates, was a commercial success. It reached #1 on Finland's Top 40 album chart and later became a gold album in Finland.
Song Composition
As one of the band’s most popular songs, "Downfall" is written by Alexi "Wildchild" Laiho, the band's lead vocalist and guitarist.
Music Video
The band released a music video for the song "Downfall," which was directed by Mika Ronkainen and featured the band performing in a dimly lit venue.
Song Popularity
"Downfall" became one of the band's most well-known songs. It is often played as the closing song at the band's live performances.
Live Performances
The song "Downfall" was performed live by Children of Bodom on several tours and concerts, including the Wacken Open Air concert, one of the biggest heavy metal festivals in the world.
Musical Style
The song showcases Children of Bodom's signature melodic death metal style, with heavy use of keyboards and intricate guitar solos.
Lyrics Interpretation
The lyrics to "Downfall," like many of Children of Bodom’s songs, are rather cryptic and open to interpretation, but they convey a feeling of despair and defeat, fitting the song's title.
Tribute to Alexi Laiho
After the passing away of the band's frontman and songwriter, Alexi Laiho, in December 2020, "Downfall" is seen as a tribute to his lyrical and musical prowess.

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