2) Female fronted 80s heavy metal band from Japan. Alkaloid was formed in July 1984 in Tokyo and features female vocalist "Angel".
3) Alkaloid is the producer name of Rob Kanters. He started producing under this name since 2005 and hooked up with Unfinished Monkey Records in 2006. Blending dubstep, jungle, breakcore with ska, gypsy and many different other styles, he guarantees to set the dancefloor on fire.
4) ALKALOID CREW are DJ O-MAN(also konwn as BeYonD), JIN, and ALKALOID dancers. ALKALOID is the PSY-TRANCE project, and the concept of the project is providing dramatic and enjoyable stages for everyone. By its unique style, ALKALOID had a big influence on the clubs in Japan, and the members perform in various parts of Japan. And they also have performed at reception parties and fashion shows of top international brands like 'JET SET' to which Kate Bosworth belongs. In the beginning of 2007, they had performed at the new year party in Beijing, China, and last December, they performed as ALKALOID CREW in a 12th anniversary party of velfarre. In recent years, they had performed with various artists in Japan and international artists. and moreover ALKALOID DANCER performed with Infectedmushroom and YOJI BIOMEHANIKA. So, ALKALOID DANCERs must be the originators of trance dancers in Japan!! In 2006, O-MAN was chosen as the 16th place of the best DJ rank in the music magazine "LOUD", and last year, he got 12th place!!! O-MAN's play style is crossover of PSY-TRANCE and various genres like TECHNO and HARD HOUSE, etc, and he also took Electro Sound to his play because he thought it has a large influence on club music. As DJ BeYonD, he also plays various genres like TECHNO and HOUSE. Those tracks and dance make "ALKALOID LIVE STYLE" wonderful and those would be the new PSY-TRANCE style!! http://alkaloid.syncl.jp/
Clusterfuck
Alkaloid Lyrics
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Why bother at all
The odds are never good
So why
Set yourself up for greatness
Block out every flaw
Declare yourself the law
But then again -
Are we but amoebas
That tread the mill of time?
No way to Shangri-La
Unless you start to climb
Raise cathedrals for man
Tear them down in disgust
Not because we can
But because we must
Raising Eden from dust
Since our downfall began
Not because we must
But because we can
Utopia
All well and good
Project what's missing
Unto your inadequate world
Make no mistake
You're all alone
When the drama unfurls
Go ahead
Be a god
Then face the inevitable
Decay
Wretchedness
Clusterfuck
Failure
All is dead
Clusterfuck
Disaster
Clusterfuck
All for nothing
Clusterfuck
From the ashes of man
Crawls a god in disgust
Not because he can
But because he must
Raises temples of lust
Starts again without a plan
Not because he must
But because he can
The lyrics delve into deep philosophical questions about human existence and the pursuit of greatness in the face of overwhelming odds. The singer questions the purpose of reaching for the sky and bothering with it at all when the odds are never in our favor. This sense of futility is juxtaposed with a call to set oneself up for greatness, block out flaws, and declare oneself the law - despite the evident incoherence and fragility of human endeavors.
The imagery of amoebas treading the mill of time evokes a sense of insignificance and the constant struggle for progress without a clear destination. The lyrics suggest a constant cycle of raising and tearing down cathedrals for man, symbolizing human ambition and the inevitable downfall that follows. The repetition of "Not because we must, but because we can" highlights the inherent complexity and contradictions in human nature.
As the song progresses, the idea of creating utopia from the inadequacies of the world is presented as a lonely and futile pursuit. The lyrics challenge the listener to consider the consequences of elevating oneself to a godlike status, only to face decay, wretchedness, and ultimately, a clusterfuck of failures and disasters. The repeated refrain of "All for nothing" emphasizes the sense of emptiness and disillusionment that accompanies human ambition and the pursuit of power.
In the final verses, the lyrics introduce a god figure who raises temples of lust and starts anew without a plan, highlighting the cyclical nature of human history and our tendency to repeat the same mistakes. The act of creation and destruction is portrayed as a necessary but ultimately futile endeavor, as humanity continues to grasp for greatness only to be met with inevitable decay and disappointment. The imagery of a god crawling from the ashes in disgust underscores the self-destructive tendencies of humanity and the complex interplay between ambition, power, and the enduring human spirit.
Line by Line Meaning
Why should we reach for the sky
Questioning the point of striving for greatness
Why bother at all
Wondering if the effort is worth it
The odds are never good
Awareness of the challenges ahead
So why
Questioning the purpose
Set yourself up for greatness
Preparing for success
Block out every flaw
Ignoring imperfections
Lie away every incoherence
Covering up inconsistencies
Declare yourself the law
Assuming control and power
But then again -
Reflecting on a different viewpoint
Are we but amoebas
Questioning humanity's significance
That tread the mill of time?
Suggesting the cyclical nature of existence
No way to Shangri-La
No easy path to paradise
Unless you start to climb
Advocating for effort and perseverance
Raise cathedrals for man
Building monuments to humanity
Tear them down in disgust
Destroying them out of frustration
Not because we can
Not for the sake of capability
But because we must
Out of necessity
Raising Eden from dust
Creating beauty from chaos
Since our downfall began
Acknowledging humanity's decline
Not because we must
Not due to obligation
But because we can
Because of our ability
Utopia
Ideal perfection
All well and good
Seeming positive at first glance
Project what's missing
Imagining a better world
Unto your inadequate world
Comparing reality to an ideal
Make no mistake
Do not misunderstand
You're all alone
Facing challenges independently
When the drama unfurls
When chaos and conflict arise
Go ahead
Proceed with your actions
Be a god
Assume a position of power
Then face the inevitable
Confront the unavoidable consequences
Decay
Deterioration and decline
Wretchedness
Extreme misery
Clusterfuck
Complete chaos and disaster
Failure
Lack of success
All is dead
Total destruction
Disaster
Catastrophe
All for nothing
Results in vain
From the ashes of man
Emerging from destruction
Crawls a god in disgust
A deity emerges with disdain
Not because he can
Not due to capability
But because he must
Out of necessity
Raises temples of lust
Building structures of desire
Starts again without a plan
Begins anew without preparation
But because he can
Because of his ability
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Florian Magnus Maier, Hannes Grossmann
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Amon
Lyrics:
Why should we reach for the sky
Why bother at all
The odds are never good
So why
Set yourself up for greatness
Block out every flaw
Lie away every incoherence
Declare yourself the law
But then again
Are we but amoebas
That tread the mill of time?
No way to Shangri-La
Unless you start to climb
Raise cathedrals for man
Tear them down in disgust
Not because we can
But because we must
Raising Eden from dust
Since our downfall began
Not because we must
But because we can
Utopia
All well and good
Project what's missing
Unto your inadequate world
Make no mistake
You’re all alone
When the drama unfurls
Go ahead
Be a god
Then face the inevitable
Decay
Wretchedness
Clusterfuck
Failure
All is dead
Clusterfuck
Disaster
Clusterfuck
All for nothing
Clusterfuck
From the ashes of man
Crawls a god in disgust
Not because he can
But because he must
Raises temples of lust
Starts again without a plan
Not because he must
But because he can
Linus Klausenitzer
Hey everyone! Thanks for you great feedback so far! It was a lot of effort to make this album happen so it's motivating to see that you share our excitement for this song.
I am thinking about making a bass playthrough for this song. Would you also like to see that?
Honey Badger
Do bears shit in the woods??? Of course we’d love a play through! 💪 🤘 🎸 🧙♂️
cL0NcK
Go for it!
Liam Mews
PLEASE!!!
M. Swaiti666
You guys are geniuses!
Ryan Miller
I recently saw Obscura on the last tour and I kept thinking during the set, "I hope Alkaloid does another album." So amped to hear the the whole thing. Praise Azathoth!
DaMaGeRR
Most anticipated album of the year. Alkaloid is soooo underrated. Awesome song <3
Nicholas Jones
That’s the zenith passage for me but this is gonna be on my shopping list too
FRUMESS
Lol nah
The Loony Magnet
I don't understand why, they have that awesome obscura aura. They should have more credit