Liquid Anatomy
Alkaloid Lyrics
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In holy matrimony
With metaplasia
Eyes that form
Where there′s truth to behold
Wings born from the need to fly
Flesh under will
Bodily be my magic
My alchemy
Secret my soul
Liquid my anatomy
Somaesthesia
Awakens to sentience
Hyperplasia its vessel
What the mind conceives
From Akasha's unseen flow
Becomes one
With Malkuth′s pantheon
Ever-morphing shapes that grow
The spiritual eschaton has begun
Bodily be my magic
My alchemy
Secret my soul
Liquid my anatomy
Ever-morphing shapes that grow
The spiritual eschaton has begun
My alchemy
My anatomy
The opening lines of Alkaloid's song Liquid Anatomy refer to synesthesia, which is the neurological phenomenon of experiencing a sensory input as more than one type of stimulation. The lyrics suggest that the condition is in "holy matrimony" with metaplasia, which is the transformation of one cell type into another. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for transformative experiences that unlock new ways of perceiving the world. The subsequent lines describe the emergence of new senses, represented by "eyes that form" where truth can be perceived and "wings born from the need to fly". This implies an elevating, almost transcendent experience.
As the song continues, the body is referred to as "my magic, my alchemy". This suggests that the human form can be seen as a vessel for transformation, much like the transmutation of base metals into gold. "Secret my soul, liquid my anatomy" compounds this metaphor of the body being a container for something greater. The final lines, "ever-morphing shapes that grow, the spiritual eschaton has begun" suggests a journey of personal transformation that extends to something greater; perhaps even to something spiritual.
Line by Line Meaning
Synethesia
A mingling of the senses in a way that allows the seeing of holy matrimony between Synethesia and Metaplasia.
In holy matrimony
The merging of Synethesia and Metaplasia in a spiritual union.
With metaplasia
A process of cellular transformation which results in a change of form or function.
Eyes that form
The creation of bodily organs that witness the truth.
Where there's truth to behold
The presence of truth that calls for observation.
Wings born from the need to fly
The creation of wings that possess the desire for flight.
Flesh under will
The dominance of human will over the body's flesh.
Bodily be my magic
The ability to perform magic through the power of the body.
My alchemy
The mechanism for transmutation and transformation.
Secret my soul
The protection of one's soul from external access or damage.
Liquid my anatomy
The fluidity and ease of movement inherent in the body's structure.
Somaesthesia
The ability to feel sensations within one's body.
Awakens to sentience
The realization of consciousness within one's own body.
Hyperplasia its vessel
The expansion of cells within the body to increase its capacity.
What the mind conceives
The creation of thought within the mind.
From Akasha's unseen flow
The inspiration that comes from an invisible, spiritual source.
Becomes one
The unity and harmony that comes from combining the mind with the unseen spiritual source.
With Malkuth's pantheon
The joining of the mind with the earthly or physical realm.
Ever-morphing shapes that grow
The constant changes and evolution in the physical and spiritual realm.
The spiritual eschaton has begun
The start of a new era of spiritual understanding and transcendence.
My alchemy
The mechanism for transmutation and transformation.
My anatomy
The physical structure of the body that can be transformed through alchemy.
Writer(s): Johannes Grossmann, Florian M Maier
Contributed by James O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Lyrics :
Synethesia
In holy matrimony
With metaplasia
Eyes that form
Where there’s truth to behold
Wings born from the need to fly
Flesh under will
Bodily be my magic
My alchemy
Secret my soul
Liquid my anatomy
Somaesthesia
Awakens to sentience
Hyperplasia its vessel
What the mind conceives
From Akasha’s unseen flow
Becomes one
With Malkuth’s pantheon
Ever-morphing shapes that grow
The spiritual eschaton has begun
My alchemy
My anatomy
@nhixsram9100
Lyrics :
Synethesia
In holy matrimony
With metaplasia
Eyes that form
Where there’s truth to behold
Wings born from the need to fly
Flesh under will
Bodily be my magic
My alchemy
Secret my soul
Liquid my anatomy
Somaesthesia
Awakens to sentience
Hyperplasia its vessel
What the mind conceives
From Akasha’s unseen flow
Becomes one
With Malkuth’s pantheon
Ever-morphing shapes that grow
The spiritual eschaton has begun
My alchemy
My anatomy
@sebastianarmas897
This song took a few listens for it to grow on me, but now it’s an amazing track! I still think Alkaloid’s heavier side is better, but I wouldn’t mind more songs like this in the future. It actually fits the album very well.
@zackerick4753
is no one gonna mention how orgasmic Morean's vocal are when the drums and everything kick in?
@sdiabr6792
I don't know the current lineup
Are muenzner and grossman still in the band?
@maaaaaap
yes
@NightOwlparallax
The beginning reminds me the save room theme (peace of mind) of resident evil 1
@EchoLog
Behemoth - Chant for Eschaton
Alkaloid - Liquid Anatomy
Gimme more songs talking bout eschaton yo
@kylecrane5751
This is amazing.
@mushfiquemahi9429
Strong opeth vibes
@operaticandroid459
BOI!!!!!