His music has been described as a blend of gothic rock, industrial, metal, EBM and 80’s influences into a modern, melodic electro-rock sound. Some reviewers have described it as “Gothtronica” while Anders simply refers to it as “Electronic Rock”.
Regardless of the genre you wish to classify his music, the listeners continue to grow worldwide on a daily basis. In 2007 Anders was nominated for “Band of the Year” by Gothic Beauty Magazine readers alongside Lacuna Coil, Skinny Puppy, and an artist he lists as one of his earliest influences, Gary Numan.
Over the last few years, his fan base has crossed over into the horror film genre, where he has contributed music to over 12 films. The Horror network, FearNet.com referred to Anders’ work as “wickedly inventive” while Pseudopod.org, the world’s premier horror fiction podcast has used Anders’ "Bloodletting On the Kiss” as their show opening for the past 4 years.
Anders has performed at many festivals and dark music events such as Convergence, The Ann Rice Halloween Ball, Black Sun Festival, Goth Stock, Eccentric Festival, Cirque Macabre, Bar Sinister and multiple performances at the infamous “Dracula’s Ball” event in Philadelphia.
In 2008, Anders’ single, “There Will Be Blood” climbed to the top 20 of the German Alternative Music (or DAC) Charts, which prompted him to pursue more opportunities outside the USA. In 2009, he signed with Danse Macabre Records in Europe. His first official worldwide release “Infinite Gaze to the Sun” is expected to be released in January of 2010.
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Rosaries and Requiems
Anders Manga Lyrics
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Burden of my days
Devotion can wait
The bite is deeper than before
Poison meet the vein
Too numb for the pain
Voices of mercy have begun
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fire and fortune
Cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
I am the hunter I'm the prey
Delusion win
Illusions can betray (you)
I know you've traveled oceans far
My memory a scar
That won't fade away
Voices of mercy have begun
Singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fire and fortune
Cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
The lyrics of Anders Manga's "Rosaries and Requiems" are highly suggestive of a person torn between their faith and the world. The singer seems to be struggling with the burden of their devotion and tries to keep pace with their faith, despite being overwhelmed by their daily routine.
The song suggests that the singer is fighting against their own identity, as they acknowledge that they are the hunter and the prey in this situation. They are trying to overcome the delusions and illusions that hold them back while dealing with the painful memories that continue to haunt them. There are several references to blind faith in the song that suggest the singer sees their religion as a curse rather than a blessing. Perhaps this is why they associate rosaries and requiems with fire and fortune.
Despite feeling trapped by their devotion, there seems to be a glimmer of hope for the singer. The voices of mercy that they hear singing their name signify a change in attitude. They have begun to question their beliefs and seek answers to the questions that have long plagued them. Overall, the song is a powerful exploration of faith, doubt, and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
This path was trampled once before
I've been down this road before
Burden of my days
My past mistakes still weigh heavily on me
Devotion can wait
I'm not ready to commit to anything yet
The bite is deeper than before
The pain is more intense than it used to be
Poison meet the vein
I'm willingly succumbing to my harmful desires
Too numb for the pain
I've become desensitized to the harm I'm causing myself
Voices of mercy have begun / Singing my name / Rosaries and requiems
Despite my reckless behavior, some are still praying for my salvation
Visions of fire and fortune
I dream of achieving great success and wealth
Cursed by blind faith / Rosaries and requiems
But I feel trapped by the expectations of my faith
I am the hunter I'm the prey
I'm caught in a cycle of chasing my desires, only to be harmed by them
Delusion win / Illusions can betray (you)
My fantasies can lead me astray from reality and the truth
I know you've traveled oceans far / My memory a scar / That won't fade away
I recall someone who has left me with deep emotional wounds that have yet to heal
Voices of mercy have begun / Singing my name / Rosaries and requiems
And even though I may feel lost and hopeless, some still hope for my redemption
Visions of fire and fortune
But my ambitions continue to blind me from acknowledging my inner turmoil
Cursed by blind faith / Rosaries and requiems
And the clash between my faith and my desires continues to torment me
Writer(s): Anders Manga
Contributed by Kaelyn C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@bernardurizaorozco7539
This path was trampled once before
Burden of my days
Devotion can wait
The bite is deeper than before
Poison meet the vein
Too numb for the pain
Voices of mercy have begun
Singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fire and fortune
Cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
I am the hunter I'm the prey
Delusion win
Illusions can betray (you)
I know you've traveled oceans far
My memory a scar
That won't fade away
Voices of mercy have begun
Singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fire and fortune
Cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
Voices of mercy have begun
Singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fire and fortune
Cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
@herglawrmr33
[Verse 1]
This path was trampled once before
Burden of my days
Devotion can wait
The bite is deeper than before
Poison meet the vein
Too numb for the pain
[Chorus]
Voices of mercy have begun singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fires and fortune cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
[Verse 2]
I am the hunter and the prey
Delusions win
Illusions can betray you
I know you've traveled oceans far
My memory a scar
That won't fade away
[Chorus]
Voices of mercy have begun singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fires and fortune cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
Voices of mercy have begun singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fires and fortune cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
@izzyforeal
I think it's his best song. The music is mesmerizing.
@shadowknight20042002
Still Loving the song in 2022
@vrenamazer
this song is incredibly good, that's the definition of modern goth-sound for me
@daytonroberts5335
I’ve had this song playing at work through the entire plant for the last two years and anytime it comes on the whole plant gets stoked
@bernardurizaorozco7539
This path was trampled once before
Burden of my days
Devotion can wait
The bite is deeper than before
Poison meet the vein
Too numb for the pain
Voices of mercy have begun
Singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fire and fortune
Cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
I am the hunter I'm the prey
Delusion win
Illusions can betray (you)
I know you've traveled oceans far
My memory a scar
That won't fade away
Voices of mercy have begun
Singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fire and fortune
Cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
Voices of mercy have begun
Singing my name
Rosaries and requiems
Visions of fire and fortune
Cursed by blind faith
Rosaries and requiems
@ObsideoVir
Your music is awesome. I'm surprised you don't have a larger following.
@BingleMcPingle
This is easily the most interesting song I've heard in ten years.
@kimhansen7852
This song is so beautiful it brings me to tears. Wonderful work, Anders.
@izzyforeal
FANTASTIC!
@StephenSternGoth
And there it was again the sense of being watched in from the shadows I knew Gabriella felt it too and she squeeze my hand tighter