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Erased
Paradise Lost Lyrics


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I don't owe anything
I don't owe anyone
Shoot pride for all its worth
I don't belong

In a situation now
that I could not repair
I assert myself to sleep
Show others that i've cared
How cold is this poor life



Lay ashes at my grave

If it takes me away from you,
A subtle gesture

I don't know anyone (cherish my religion)
I don't know anyone (faith is only fiction)
I don't know anyone (cherish my religion)
I don't know anyone (faith is only fiction)

This is erased, I promise not a trace
This is erased, I promise not a trace no delay

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Paradise Lost's song Erased are a powerful commentary on the human condition, particularly the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that can often feel cold and indifferent. The lines "I don't owe anything, I don't owe anyone" suggest a sense of detachment and distance, as if the singer has withdrawn from society and is trying to escape the pressures and expectations placed upon them.


The phrase "shoot pride for all it's worth, I don't belong" is particularly striking, as it seems to suggest a rejection of the ego-driven, competitive mentality that often dominates our culture. Instead, the singer is asserting their own right to be themselves, to live life on their own terms, and to find their own path in the world.


The second verse speaks to the pain and sorrow that can come with this kind of isolation, but also suggests a kind of strength and resilience in the face of adversity. The line "how cold is this poor life, lay ashes at my grave" is haunting, but also suggests a willingness to confront the reality of mortality and to find meaning even in the face of death.


Overall, the song is a powerful reminder of the importance of staying true to oneself, even when it feels like the world is trying to erase us. It's a call to embrace our individuality, even in the face of pressure to conform, and to find our own way to make a difference in the world.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't owe anything
I have no debt or obligation towards anyone or anything


I don't owe anyone
I have no debt or obligation towards any specific person


Shoot pride for all its worth
Exploit the feeling of importance and self-respect as much as possible


I don't belong
I don't feel like I fit in or have a place in society


In a situation now that I could not repair
I am currently in a situation that I am unable to fix or improve


I assert myself to sleep
I forcefully push myself to sleep, possibly to escape from reality


Show others that I've cared
Make a conscious effort to demonstrate to others that I have shown concern or interest in their lives


How cold is this poor life
Life feels unwelcoming and harsh, possibly due to hardship or loneliness


Lay ashes at my grave
Accept my eventual death and reflect upon my past experiences


If it takes me away from you, a subtle gesture
I am willing to leave behind someone or something I care about with a small, unassuming action


I don't know anyone (cherish my religion)
I do not have close personal relationships with anyone, instead finding solace and guidance in my religion


I don't know anyone (faith is only fiction)
I do not believe in the idea of knowing or having a connection with anyone, believing that faith is a fabrication


This is erased, I promise not a trace
I am eliminating or erasing a part of my life with the assurance that there will be no evidence of it left behind


This is erased, I promise not a trace no delay
I am quickly and efficiently eliminating a part of my life with the assurance that there will be no evidence of it left behind




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: GREGORY JOHN MACKINTOSH, NICHOLAS JOHN HOLMES

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