Life's Vortex
After Forever Lyrics
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Although no one sees
My past is pounding in the back of my memories
It's always there to poison my mind with all I do
Feelings I know so well seem to come back
As if nothing's ever changed
Fear was one of the reasons to crawl away into a world I lost
I know the rules,I play the game
But somehow it always stays the same
In spite of my will,in spite of my hope,in spite of it all
So for those who believe in this life,
Spin right on this circle-must be round
Every turn has its vortex,you'll drown if nobody warns you
And shows you another circle of life
Nothing will change,
Nothing is done for the victim I am forced to remain
Cause these days make you feel,and you are,on your own
Study,work hard,marry,reproduce and become the perfect model
Can you stand the test of time if life is a vicious circle
Without the mirror of another path
So for those who believe in this life
Spin right on the circle-must be round
Every turn has its vortex,you'll drown if nobody warns you
And shows you another circle of life
The song "Life's Vortex" by After Forever talks about a struggle that is not physically visible but nevertheless very real. The singer's mind is under attack, but no one seems to realize it. The cause of this attack is memories from the past that keep coming back, poisoning the singer's mind and making them feel like nothing has ever changed. Fear was one of the reasons why the singer crawled away into a world they lost. In contrast to the expectations of society, the singer emphasizes that nothing changes, and the victim is forced to remain.
The song is a warning to those who believe in this life and spin right on the circle, which must be round. Every turn has its vortex, and those who are not careful will drown. The lyrics reflect on the fact that society's expectations - studying, working hard, marrying, reproducing, and becoming perfect models - can make life feel like a vicious circle. In such a situation, without the mirror of another path or someone to warn and show the way, it is easy to get lost.
Overall, the song is a powerful reminder that mental health is as essential as physical health. An attack on the mind can be equally, if not more, dangerous than an attack on the body. It highlights how the past can influence the present and how society's expectations can trap people in a vicious circle, making it necessary to break away and find one's path.
Line by Line Meaning
My mind is under an attack,
I am struggling internally, though it is not visible to others.
Although no one sees
My inner conflict is not apparent to those around me.
My past is pounding in the back of my memories
Memories of my previous experiences are continually affecting my present emotions.
It's always there to poison my mind with all I do
My past experiences have a negative influence on my current actions and thoughts.
Feelings I know so well seem to come back
I am experiencing familiar emotions from past experiences.
As if nothing's ever changed
Despite time passing, my feelings and experiences remain the same.
Fear was one of the reasons to crawl away into a world I lost
My fear is one of the main reasons why I escaped into a previous version of myself.
I know the rules,I play the game
I am aware of the societal norms and expectations and follow them accordingly.
But somehow it always stays the same
Despite following societal norms, my life remains stagnant and unfulfilling.
In spite of my will,in spite of my hope,in spite of it all
Despite my best efforts and intentions, my life remains unchanged.
So for those who believe in this life,
For those who have faith in life as we know it,
Spin right on this circle-must be round
Continue forward on the path of life, which may seem endless.
Every turn has its vortex,you'll drown if nobody warns you
Each stage of life has its own struggles and challenges, which can be overwhelming without guidance.
And shows you another circle of life
And offers a different perspective on the cycle of life.
Nothing will change,
My current circumstances are unlikely to improve.
Nothing is done for the victim I am forced to remain
Despite being a victim, I must accept my current situation since nothing is done to alter it.
Cause these days make you feel,and you are,on your own
This current era of life is emotionally taxing and isolating.
Study,work hard,marry,reproduce and become the perfect model
Societal expectations involve achieving academic and professional success, marrying, having children, and being the ideal image of perfection.
Can you stand the test of time if life is a vicious circle
Is it feasible to endure life's challenges in a never-ending loop?
Without the mirror of another path
Without another life experience to compare to, how can one know if their journey is satisfactory?
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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@widerrful
best band and singer ever.
@dayltonjonnes7959
Just, the Best singer of all time and one of the best Symphonic metal band of all time. Floor jansen Forever and After Forever in my mind.
@timferrier8717
She sings like a goddess!
@rnt89
I really miss After Forever a lot, they will always be the best symphonic metal band around the world! Floor's voice is so strong, so powerful. What about this lyric? This concert at Pinkpop Festival was really epic!
@belisario1985
What a great voice, without a doubt the best female vocalist of the metal world.
@volkerlietsch7850
Floor is the Queen of all Female metalsingers
@sylkar8
this performance is awesome!!!
@fvelen
I've already been in love with this song but this performance is beyond amazing! Love her voice!<3
@Assis239
Adoro essa banda!
@LibraryTech666
She's a goddess!!! Love her!