The Swiss rock/metal-threepiece was formed in Zurich by the guitar-playing frontlady in 2001 and soon made a loud impact at the «Universal Breakthru Contest», recorded an EP as well as a video and gave their international debut at the «Pentaport Festival» in Incheon, South Korea amongst reknowned bands like «Muse» and «Testament».
Current band members:
Nina Treml (vocals, bass, guitar; 2001–)
Tommy Vetterli (guitar; 2011–)
Diego Rapacchietti (drums; 2009–)
Former band members:
Scott Loren (drums; 2001–2007)
Christoph Dubach (bass; 2001–2008)
David Preissel (drums; 2007–2008)
Michi Brugger (drums; 2008–2009)
Maddy Madarasz (bass, backing vocals; 2008–2011)
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Anhedonia
69 Chambers Lyrics
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No not deceit
That make a stricken heart expire
Bereft of meaning
Misery on display
It seems best to conclude the fight
But tell me who if not you
Could pull that head out of the noose?
Anhedonia
It ain’t what you say, it’s what you don’t do
Anhedonia
You’ve had it coming cause
The truth is ugly like you
A sugar-coated
Smile won’t do the job
Let it freeze you into cold blind doubt
You play the cheapest
Cheap trick of them all
It seems best to close everything out
But tell me who if not you
Could choose the actions that you do?
Anhedonia
It ain’t what you say, it’s what you don’t do
Anhedonia
You’ve had it coming cause
The truth is ugly like you
You might have given some more blood
Dragged yourself through some more mud
Though you can’t recall ever pushing your luck
It keeps eating you up
You feel stuck
You feel fucked
But you’re not the victim
Slowly the poison the bloodstream fills
It’s not the lies, it’s the truth that kills
Anhedonia
It ain’t what you say, it’s what you don’t do
Anhedonia
You’ve had it coming cause
The truth is ugly like you
Ugly like you
The lyrics of 69 Chambers' 'Anhedonia' speak about the after-effects of a traumatic experience that leaves the heart feeling empty and hopeless. The first stanza emphasizes that it's not necessarily disgrace or deceit that cause pain, but rather the feeling of being stripped of all meaning, leading to misery being showcased. The second stanza lightly throws blame as it asks who else but the individual can pull themselves out of an emotional noose.
The song continues to emphasize that smiling with a sugar-coated tongue won't make the unbearable pain dissipate. Instead, it's easier to act in apathy, which is why some would rather shut everything out. The chorus repeats itself, stating that anhedonia or the inability to feel pleasure or joy is not just what someone says out loud, but rather the actions they choose to take. The bridge is filled with anger towards the self; the individual seems to regret the lack of action they took to change things. The final repetition of the chorus solidifies the idea that truth is always uglier than lies and that anhedonia can consume anyone, leading them to feel trapped and stuck.
Line by Line Meaning
It’s not disgrace
The cause of a broken heart is not due to shame
No not deceit
Deceit is not the reason for a broken heart
That make a stricken heart expire
It is something else that causes a broken heart to fail
Bereft of meaning
A broken heart has lost its sense of purpose
Misery on display
The sadness someone feels can be seen by others
It seems best to conclude the fight
It feels like the best option is to give up
But tell me who if not you
Can you think of anyone else who could do this?
Could pull that head out of the noose?
Could save someone from their own destructive behavior?
Anhedonia
The inability to feel pleasure
It ain’t what you say, it’s what you don’t do
Your lack of action is more damaging than your words
You’ve had it coming cause
Whatever is happening is deserved
The truth is ugly like you
The reality of the situation is unpleasant, like the person experiencing it
A sugar-coated
Presented in a sweet and agreeable manner
Smile won’t do the job
A fake happy expression is not enough to solve the issue
Let it freeze you into cold blind doubt
Allowing the problem to overwhelm you leads to confusion and uncertainty
You play the cheapest
You resort to the most basic and ineffective strategy
Cheap trick of them all
This strategy is the worst of all possible options
It seems best to close everything out
Shutting down and withdrawing from the situation seems like the best choice
Could choose the actions that you do?
Is anyone else responsible for the choices you make?
You might have given some more blood
You could have made more of an effort
Dragged yourself through some more mud
You could have endured more hardships
Though you can’t recall ever pushing your luck
You don't remember taking any risks
It keeps eating you up
The problem continues to consume you
You feel stuck
You feel trapped and unable to progress
You feel fucked
You feel hopeless and doomed
But you’re not the victim
Despite feeling oppressed, you are not blameless in the situation
Slowly the poison the bloodstream fills
The destructive influence gradually takes hold
It’s not the lies, it’s the truth that kills
It's not the falsehoods that are harmful, but the harsh reality
Ugly like you
The situation is unpleasant, just like the person dealing with it
Contributed by Colin N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Taurus84
That part from 3:00 is sick! I love that
PrologSound
great production, great songs..congratulation on the new album!
Hitherside
I'm a huge admirer of Tommy's guitar style and precise technique for more than 20 years. To my opinion, he has written some of the best solo's and riffs ever. This song and album proves again that he is a master musician (as is Nina and Diego). Really hope you guys get the recognition you deserve. Awesome work! Hope to see you live soon! Sam - Hitherside
Guilherme Terapeuta Holístico
Gata demais.....\m/ long live to Heavy Metal and Rock'n Roll.....\m/
César broch
Me quedo con ellos. música, voz y estilo unicos.
Adriano Ovejero
Incredible band
tapary
Great project Tommy T. Baron!!!
Oracle Covers
Maddy Madaràsz left the band a while ago, they're now a three-piece band. Other guitarist is Tommy Vetterli. Nina's husband... He's actually the one that recorded or mixed the album, I think. Now, nina's the bass player/lead vocals, Tommy's the guitar player and Diego's always drumming out loud :p
MisanthropistForLife
69 chambers is one of, if not the best band for this decade....
marcilio joao
love band