1) ALLERGY (アレルギー) is a sem… Read Full Bio ↴There are three artists known as allergy
1) ALLERGY (アレルギー) is a semi-active Japanese post-punk band. They have been active since 1981-1985 and then reunited in 2012.
2) ALLERGY is a noise-punk band from Gainesville, Fl
3) Lou Robinson aka Trackmaster Lou (From Scan 7, Separate Minds, Cratesavers & NASA) and Reggie Curry aka DJ Reggie
Icarus
Allergy Lyrics
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Gaining height too fast
Lose the ground beneath my feet
Escape reality at last
Pleasure and contentment
As I reach the sky
Clouds surround me shadowy
As I pass them by
Just like Icarus
Flying to the sun
Burn my wings to ashes
Molten wax; I'm gone
Ignored the warnings
Pushed them back
Invincible, I thought
I rode the last attack
Ignored the darkest prophecies
Ignored my cruel fate
Unswerving and courageous
Invulnerable state
Just like Icarus
Flying to the sun
Burn my wings to ashes
Molten wax; I'm gone
The lyrics to Allergy's song "Icarus" are a metaphor for the dangers of becoming too ambitious and ignoring the consequences that come with it. The main character is compared to the mythological figure of Icarus, who flew too close to the sun, melted his wings made of wax and feathers, and fell to his death. In the song, the character rises like a phoenix, indicating that they have a strong determination and desire to succeed. However, they gain height too fast, losing the ground beneath their feet and escaping reality. The character is consumed by the pleasure and contentment of reaching the sky, passing by clouds that surround them.
Despite warnings and prophecies, the character ignores their cruel fate and believes they are invulnerable. They rode the last attack, demonstrating their bravery and courage. The chorus repeats the metaphor of Icarus, describing how the character's wings burn and turn to ashes before they are ultimately gone. This symbolizes the consequences of becoming too caught up in one's ambition, ignoring warnings and the inevitable downfall that comes with it.
The song's message is cautionary yet powerful, urging listeners to not get too caught up in their ambition and to listen to warnings and advice from others. It highlights the consequences of neglecting caution and blindly pursuing one's goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Rising like a phoenix
Starting anew, with renewed energy and vigor
Gaining height too fast
Becoming successful too rapidly, without proper preparation
Lose the ground beneath my feet
Becoming disconnected from reality, losing touch with the things that brought you success in the first place
Escape reality at last
Finding relief from the stresses and pressures of everyday life
Pleasure and contentment
Feeling satisfied and happy
As I reach the sky
Achieving great success and reaching new heights
Clouds surround me shadowy
Feeling clouded or uncertain about the future, despite current success
As I pass them by
Moving past obstacles and challenges with ease
Just like Icarus
Referencing the tragic Greek myth of Icarus, who flew too close to the sun and fell to his death
Flying to the sun
Taking unnecessary risks and pursuing success blindly, without considering the consequences
Burn my wings to ashes
Suffering great losses or failure due to overreaching or ignoring warning signs
Molten wax; I'm gone
Being consumed and destroyed by one's own ambition or hubris
Ignored the warnings
Choosing to ignore advice or cautionary tales
Pushed them back
Defying those who warned against reckless behavior or overambition
Invincible, I thought
Feeling unstoppable and untouchable, despite any potential risks or dangers
I rode the last attack
Fighting back against any perceived threats or obstacles, even if it ultimately leads to destruction
Ignored the darkest prophecies
Refusing to accept or acknowledge warnings that one's actions may lead to disaster
Ignored my cruel fate
Choosing to believe that one's actions and decisions can change the course of fate or destiny
Unswerving and courageous
Being brave and committed to one's goals and ambitions, even in the face of great danger
Invulnerable state
Feeling impervious to any harm or damage, due to one's own confidence or ego
Contributed by Nora H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.