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Clouds Over California
DevilDriver Lyrics
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Confront the evil river you can't control
Wicked ways and venomous eyes
Just human nature in disguise
Lost in this world, out on the edge
With death by our sides
Today I sworn that I wouldn't mourn ya
Clouds over California
If that's the way it's gonna be
I'm a saint in sinners eyes
Curse the clouds over California
This is the call to obey
Let the chaos reign
Bloodshot and weary-eyed
We took you in full of sin and pride
It'll take you and break you away
It'll tear you apart
Today I swore I wouldn't mourn ya
Clouds over California
If that's the way it's gonna be
I'm a saint in sinners eyes
Curse the clouds over California
This is the call to obey
Let the chaos reign
I'm a saint in sinners eyes
Curse the clouds over California
This is the call to obey
Let the chaos reign
If that's the way it's gonna be
I'm a saint in sinners eyes
Curse the clouds over California
This is the call to obey
Let the chaos reign
I'm a saint in sinners eyes
Curse the clouds over California
This is the call to obey
Let the chaos reign
The lyrics to DevilDriver's song "Clouds Over California" depict a struggle against the darkness that lies within human nature. The opening line, "Come forth for the cattle call" serves as an invitation for all to face their demons head-on, to confront the "evil river" that they cannot control. The "wicked ways and venomous eyes" serve as metaphors for the negative forces that exist in the world, often manifesting in the form of human nature. The singer acknowledges that these forces are not external, but rather "just human nature in disguise."
The chorus of the song reinforces the theme of facing one's inner demons, even in the face of death ("lost in this world, out on the edge, with death by our sides"). The line "curse the clouds over California" speaks to the struggle against these forces, even if it means being seen as a saint in the eyes of sinners. Ultimately, the song is a call to embrace the chaos and let it reign, to accept that darkness exists within us all and to fight against it regardless.
Line by Line Meaning
Come forth for the cattle call
Answer the summons to join in the madness.
Confront the evil river you can't control
Brace yourself to face an overwhelming and unstoppable force of darkness.
Wicked ways and venomous eyes
Being cruel and vicious is inherent to human nature and hidden behind false appearances.
Just human nature in disguise
People tend to conceal their malevolent intentions and deeds.
Lost in this world, out on the edge
Feeling aimless and isolated, hanging on the brink of despair.
With death by our sides
Death is an ever-present threat, lurking and watching us constantly.
Today I sworn that I wouldn't mourn ya
I promised myself that I wouldn't grieve over your passing.
Clouds over California
A metaphor for an oppressive and depressing atmosphere of despair.
If that's the way it's gonna be
If we can't change our fate, so be it.
I'm a saint in sinners eyes
I may be virtuous, but for the wicked, I'm just as depraved as they are.
Curse the clouds over California
Condemn the oppressive and despairing conditions.
This is the call to obey
This is a directive to submit to the chaos and hopelessness around us.
Let the chaos reign
Allow the disorder and confusion to take hold and obliterate any sense of order or meaning.
Bloodshot and weary-eyed
Having red, fatigued eyes from being worn out and overburdened.
We took you in full of sin and pride
We accepted you despite your faults and arrogance.
It'll take you and break you away
The experience of existing amidst such hardship can demolish even the strongest of individuals.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRADLEY JAMES FAFARA, JEFFREY KENDRICK, JOHN BOECKLIN, JON MILLER, MICHAEL SPREITZER, BRADLEY FAFARA
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@MauricioVarelaE
Lyrics:
Come forth for the cattle call
Confront the evil river you can't control
Wicked ways and venomous eyes
Just human nature in disguise
Lost in this world, Out on the edge
With death by our sides
Today I sworn that I wouldn't Mourn ya
Cloud over California
If that's the way it's gonna be the I'll fuckin' go it alone
I'm a saint in sinners eyes
Curse the clouds over California
This is the call to obey
Let the chaos reign!
Bloodshot and weary-eyed
We took you in full of sin and pride
It'll take you and break you away
It'll tear you apart
Today I sworn I wouldn't mourn ya
Clouds over California
if that's the way it's gonna be the I'll fuckin' go it alone
I'm a saint in sinners eyes
Curse the clouds over California
This is the call to obey
Let the chaos reign!
@elhefe83
This embodies everything that is awesome about extreme metal. Fast, aggressive, catchy as hell. Definetely one of the greats.
@plets1172
I remember when this came out. Still gives goosebumps.
@ap474
its music to escape the world
@jamesponder872
me to bro my kids introduced me to hold back the day when that come out probably about 13 and 11 I was instant devil driver fan !
@damienscythe4334
same dude!
@adventofknowledge
Headbanged in maths too this in my teens, absolutely awesome track. Even better that the teacher thought playing it to the whole class would embarrass me, "metal heads" were shunned back in my school (Chavs were the majority lol). Never sat there looking more defiantly proud.
@gocubs1815
"what's the weather like outside Dez?"
"CLOUDS OVER CALIFORNIA!!!"
"Thanks Dez"
@brentonm2640
gocubs1815 unfortunately i can only thumbs up this once
@-sentient-5550
gocubs1815 Brilliant...
@xmicfernzx
Lmfao hahhahahajhahaahah!!!