The band's sound has been described as "Soundgarden, Tool, Black Sabbath, Oceansize and Pink Floyd taking copious amounts of mind-altering substances and venturing on a trip through time and space (to another dimension), and back again." Their music is characterised by guitarist Sel Balamir's effects pedals, extended heavy sections, atmospheric compositions and philosophical lyrics.
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Half Life
Amplifier Lyrics
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Head full of distortion
Condition returning
Verdict never learning
Is it late in the evening?
Or early in the morning?
Is it late in the evening?
Disorientation
Like the sound of a gunshot
New modifications
To the buzzing of a chainsaw
Sleeping through the daytime
Working through the night time
Sleeping through the daytime
Working through the night time, night time
Laces tied
Wings pumped up with blood
But who keeps bleeding me dry?
Each and everyday
Face the world or take the asp
Been living upon a dirty guitar
Can't you taste my incoherence?
Today is not the same as yesterday -
And I've been on the trail
Been on that trail
Been on that trail
For months and months now
For months and months now
For months and months now
Each moment a crossroads
You'd better be careful
To the left is Jesus
To the right The Devil singing:
Half a life to enjoy it
Half a life to regret it
Half a life to enjoy it
Half a life to regret it, gret it
The lyrics of Amplifier's "Half Life" explore themes of confusion, disorientation, and addiction. The opening line, "Woke up with a hard-on, head full of distortion," sets the tone for the rest of the song, suggesting a state of physical and mental discomfort. The song seems to be about someone who is struggling with addiction or some other form of compulsion, possibly related to their creative work ("been living upon a dirty guitar"). They are torn between enjoying the fruits of their labor ("half a life to enjoy it") and feeling regret for the toll it takes on them ("half a life to regret it").
The lyrics are filled with vivid, sensory details that convey a sense of urgency and chaos. The singer describes feeling disorientated, like the sound of a gunshot, and hearing the buzzing of a chainsaw. They are constantly on the move, sleeping through the daytime and working through the night, giving the impression that they are caught in some kind of endless cycle. The phrase "Each moment a crossroads" suggests that they are constantly faced with choices, and that they are aware of the consequences that come with each one.
Overall, "Half Life" is a haunting portrait of someone who is caught in the grip of addiction or other forms of destructive behavior. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who is struggling to find their way in the world, and who is constantly questioning whether they are making the right choices.
Line by Line Meaning
Woke up with a hard-on
Woke up feeling a strong sensation of sexual arousal
Head full of distortion
Feeling confused and disoriented
Condition returning
Symptoms or issues are returning
Verdict never learning
Not learning from past experiences or mistakes
Is it late in the evening?
Questioning whether it is late at night or early in the morning
Or early in the morning?
Questioning whether it is early in the morning or late at night
Disorientation
Feeling confused and disoriented
Like the sound of a gunshot
Causing a sudden shock or jarring sensation
New modifications
Making changes or alterations
To the buzzing of a chainsaw
Adding to the loud and rough noises
Sleeping through the daytime
Sleeping during the day
Working through the night time
Working during the night
Laces tied
Shoes are tied
Wings pumped up with blood
Feeling energized and ready
But who keeps bleeding me dry?
Wondering who is taking advantage or causing harm
Each and everyday
Every day
Face the world or take the asp
Either confront the reality of the world or retreat from it
Been living upon a dirty guitar
Using music as a crutch or coping mechanism
Can't you taste my incoherence?
Expressing confusion or lack of clarity
Today is not the same as yesterday -
Acknowledging that things have changed
And I've been on the trail
Been following a path or journey
Been on that trail
Continuing on that path
For months and months now
For a long time
Each moment a crossroads
Every moment is a decision point
You'd better be careful
Need to be cautious
To the left is Jesus
Choosing the path of righteousness or spirituality
To the right The Devil singing:
Choosing the path of temptation or sin
Half a life to enjoy it
Only have a limited time to enjoy things
Half a life to regret it
May also have regrets or negative consequences
Half a life to enjoy it
Limited time to enjoy things
Half a life to regret it, gret it
May also have regrets or negative consequences
Contributed by Arianna S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.