Torn
A River Crossing Lyrics
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Before you see a touch of light
Someone decides you′ll never live
A normal life just cruelty
An attempt undignified
Without warmth or safety
You're innocent but there′s no choice
No dignity scared eyes
Tremendous fear you are despised
And all you see is a cynic smile of insanity
To be sacrificed destructive means
Hit and torn silent screams
The evil sworn will never rest
It called your name you're lost in pain
Its an endless time a ruthless crime no humanity what a tragedy
Can you hear the the scream in the dark
Always be there for you near or far
Can you hear the scream
The song "Torn in 2-3" by A River Crossing tells the story of a person who is born into a life of darkness and cruelty, where they are denied the chance to live a normal life. The lyrics depict the harsh and inhumane treatment that this person receives, with no sense of dignity, safety or warmth. The lyrics show how this person is forced into a senseless fight with no fair chance of winning or having their rights respected. The depiction is of a lost, broken and helpless soul, who is torn apart by the destructive means of their captors, with their screams going unheard.
The chorus is a cry for help - to be heard, to be seen, and to be reached out to. It is a plea to have someone to turn to, someone who can see beyond the darkness and offer a glimmer of hope. The song is a powerful and harrowing reminder of the struggles that some people face, and a call to action for people to take notice of these voices.
The lyrics are written in a way that is both beautiful and chilling. The songwriter has managed to capture the pain and suffering of the singer in a way that is relatable and emotive. The song is an anthem for those who are facing difficult times, and who need a voice to rise above their struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
When darkness falls into life
Life becomes dark and bleak. There is no light.
Before you see a touch of light
Hopelessness sets in before any glimmer of hope.
Someone decides you'll never live
Your fate is predetermined by another.
A normal life just cruelty
The idea of a normal life is far-fetched, replaced by hardship and torment.
An attempt undignified
An unworthy and undignified struggle to survive.
Without warmth or safety
No sense of comfort or protection, completely exposed.
You're innocent but there's no choice
You are blameless but left without any options.
A senseless fight without a right
Your struggle has no meaning or purpose, and there is no justice to be found.
No dignity scared eyes
You are stripped of any respect or honor, living in constant fear.
Tremendous fear you are despised
You are hated and viewed with contempt, causing immense terror.
And all you see is a cynic smile of insanity
Your tormentors derive pleasure from your pain and suffering, appearing insane and malicious.
To be sacrificed destructive means
Your life is considered expendable, even if it means resorting to brutal methods.
Hit and torn silent screams
You are physically assaulted and wounded, yet your cries go unheard.
The evil sworn will never rest
The forces of malevolence will never relent, taking pleasure in their cruel acts.
It called your name you're lost in pain
You have been singled out for suffering, and are now trapped in agonizing torment.
It's an endless time a ruthless crime no humanity what a tragedy
Endless suffering, inflicted without mercy or compassion, with no humanity in sight, is an unspeakable tragedy.
Can you hear the scream in the dark
Are you aware of the cries of agony in the shadows?
Always be there for you near or far
I will be a constant source of support, whether physically or emotionally distant.
Can you hear the scream
Be aware of the call for help and support from those in distress.
Writer(s): Felix Baumann, Jonas Nissen, Livio Meister, René Scherer
Contributed by John H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@endryu80
I'll just leave it here. Great piece of music
when darkness falls into life
before you see a touch of light
someone decides you`ll never live
a normal life just cruelty
an attempt undignified
without warmth or safety
you're innocent but there's no choice
a senseless fight without a right
no dignity scared eyes
tremendous fear you are despised
and all you see is a cynic smile of insanity
to be sacrificed destructive means
hit and torn silent screams
the evil sworn will never rest
it called your name you're lost in pain
its an endless time a ruthless crime no humanity what a tragedy
can you hear the the scream in the dark
always be there for you near or far
can you hear the scream
@crossingportals2611
CROSSING PORTALS salutes the excellent music of RIVER CROSSING... great music guys! 🤘
@pete6974
Beautiful song. Perhaps my fav from this band.
@endryu80
I'll just leave it here. Great piece of music
when darkness falls into life
before you see a touch of light
someone decides you`ll never live
a normal life just cruelty
an attempt undignified
without warmth or safety
you're innocent but there's no choice
a senseless fight without a right
no dignity scared eyes
tremendous fear you are despised
and all you see is a cynic smile of insanity
to be sacrificed destructive means
hit and torn silent screams
the evil sworn will never rest
it called your name you're lost in pain
its an endless time a ruthless crime no humanity what a tragedy
can you hear the the scream in the dark
always be there for you near or far
can you hear the scream
@tonelistens2715
Love their music. Dark, melancholic and ambient but still 'rough' just the way I like it. Vocals are also supreme, wow!
@djamildjazi6092
A think it's the new rock progressive contemporary
Mila DZ.....republic .
@wildmanwarner842
Finally something with vocals on this channel, this is great!
@lucky__888
God bless this kind of Music... 🙏
@dathioz
That drum sound is amazing ... love this and the Forsaken EP is a masterpiece
@hosseinjavidiniroomand
How lucky I am to have found this video. It is very useful for me as a composer to watch these videos. Thanks for sharing. I got good ideas🙏⚘❤🙏
@sofa-lofa4241
Loved it 😍... Cheers!