In Lust We Trust
Esa Lyrics
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1. Beauty is the beast
2. Father of a son
3. Tell me this night is over
4. Calleth you cometh I
5. A virgin like you
6. Interlude
7. Tired of being an object?
8. Disease
9. Vendelay
10. 2000 light-years of darkness
11. The most radical thing to do
The title of the album, In Lust We Trust, is a play on the phrase "In God We Trust," highlighting the theme of sexual desire and carnal pleasures. The opening track, "Beauty is the Beast," sets the tone with its dark, brooding atmosphere and lyrics that liken love to a dangerous, wild animal. The second track, "Father of a Son," is a poignant ballad about a man coming to terms with his own mortality and the legacy he leaves behind for his child.
"Tell Me This Night Is Over" is a haunting and emotional track about the pain of separation, while "Calleth You Cometh I" is a cover of the classic folk song by the British duo, The Ark. "A Virgin Like You" is a provocative and evocative song that explores themes of innocence and temptation, while the "Interlude" provides a brief moment of respite with its ethereal, atmospheric soundscapes.
"Tired of Being an Object?" is a hard-hitting commentary on objectification and misogyny, while "Disease" delves into the dark, destructive aspects of love and lust. "Vendelay" is a playful and catchy track that explores the joys and pitfalls of online dating, while "2000 Light-Years of Darkness" is a hypnotic, trance-like journey through the depths of space and the human psyche. The album closes with "The Most Radical Thing to Do," a defiant and empowering anthem that urges the listener to reject conformity and find their own path in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Beauty is the beast
The societal norm that values and prioritizes external appearance is destructive and dangerous.
Father of a son
The responsibilities and expectations of fatherhood can be overwhelming and daunting.
Tell me this night is over
Desperate plea to end a difficult or challenging period of time.
Calleth you cometh I
A call to action or invitation to pursue a desired outcome or person.
A virgin like you
Addressing societal expectations and double standards around sexual experience and behavior.
Interlude
A brief pause or break in the overall narrative or theme.
Tired of being an object?
Questioning and challenging the systemic objectification and dehumanization of certain groups of people.
Disease
Experiencing a deep sense of dis-ease or discomfort, possibly related to physical or mental health.
Vendelay
A play on words referencing the famous musical canon, representing a creative element in the midst of darkness or chaos.
2000 light-years of darkness
A metaphorical journey through a long period of emotional or psychological darkness and turmoil.
The most radical thing to do
Challenging the status quo and embracing non-conformity as a means of creating positive change in the world.
Contributed by Olivia G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.