1) Arena is a British … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) Arena is a British progressive rock band founded in 1995 by Clive Nolan and Mick Pointer (drummer in Marillion's original line-up). All of the band's lyrics are written by Nolan.
Musically the band's style ranges from symphonic to hard rock. Some of the band's recent albums have a similar sound to another of the bands that Nolan has participated in, Shadowland.
Guitarist Jonathan "John" Mitchell has been involved in several other projects like KINO (the UK band), The Urbane, It Bites and Frost*. In these bands he sings in addition to his usual guitar duties.
2) Arena is a breakcore pop act from Russia that released their 4-track EP "Poptrip" in December 2006.
And in 2008 they released another 4-track EP "The Hero of Hyrule".
3) Arena is a Greek punk band from Agrinio
4) Arena is a vaporwave artist from Austin, Texas
Sirens
Arena Lyrics
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I hear myself speak
My breath is in my hands
I cry out your name
Silently calling
I feel so at peace
And the time to surrender
Is the time you will take hold of me
What did you feel, were you sad or afraid
Searching your thoughts
for reasons or meanings
And the choices you made
Silently calling
In a field of dreams
Where memories fade
They keep passing through
this soulless maze
What did you do when you woke today
What did you feel, were you sad or afraid
Searching your thoughts for hope or relief
Looking for safety in the falling leaves
Splinters of virtue
From splintering hearts
The door is always closed
As it was from the start
Masters of freedom
Masters of light
Will you ever let me go
Take away this second sight
What did you do when you woke today
What did you feel, were you sad or afraid
Searching your thoughts
for warnings and traps
Nothing in your life will be the same!
Hanging to the sail
Caught behind the storm
Wait for the waves to come
Know the fear
Hide behind your smile
Crying for mercy
Hanging to the mast
Caught behind the storm
Wait for the sea to foam
Climb....Climb....Climb up to me
Hanging to the sail
Far beyond the storm
Lightning across the sky
Catch the rope
Cling to hope
Watch as our lives flash by
Hanging to the mast
Beyond the storm
Saltwater burning
Shield your face from whiplash sprays
Hold your breath and
Neptune will make his next move
Hanging to the rail
Caught within the storm
Watch for the jagged land
Follow a line
From another time
Washed up on stone and sand
Grab the mast
Caught within the storm
Reach for a helping hand
We could share this calm experience now
In shadows I can see the light
I whisper your name
But it's lost in the night
Watching reflections of my own solitude
Heartfelt indifference
towards actions and truths
In shadows I can see light
I whisper your name
In the night
Spare me from those sirens' lies
Spare me from this grand illusion
Spare me from those weeping eyes
And promises of absolution
Shall I stand without defense
Now that death is all around me
Did you hope for my surrender
Leaving me to die on the
bloodstained ground
It's only a lifetime
Where heroes need heroic deeds
It's only a lifetime
Where children dream of breaking free
Follow the cause
Follow the signs
Drawn by a song to our own demise
It's only a lifetime
Dragged across the rocks by the sirens' whisper!
The lyrics of "Sirens" by Arena speak of the search for meaning and hope amidst the uncertainties of life. The singer's voice is filled with pain yet also resignation as he recognizes the inevitability of fate. He silently calls out, wishing to be heard and to find peace. The memories of the past and the choices made replay in his thoughts, searching for hope and relief. The splinters of virtue and splintering hearts speak of the pain and chaos of life, while the masters of freedom and light represent a possible glimmer of hope for redemption. The metaphor of hanging to the mast behind the storm conveys the singer's feeling of desperation and vulnerability. The sirens' whispers, however alluring, are also deceitful and can lead to destruction.
The song's overall theme is one of human vulnerability in the face of the inevitable, and the search for hope and redemption in the midst of chaos. The lyrics evoke a sense of struggle and a yearning for meaning in the face of imminent danger. The imagery is also poetic, with metaphors and vivid descriptions of the sea, sail, and storm conveying both the beauty and danger of nature. The repeated question "What did you do when you woke today?" is a reminder that every choice has consequences, and that life is fleeting and uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
Silently calling
Expressing a deep longing or desire without making any noise
I hear myself speak
Listening to my inner thoughts and emotions
My breath is in my hands
Feeling anxious, nervous, or scared
I cry out your name
Looking for comfort, support, or affection from someone special
I feel so at peace
Finding inner calm, tranquility, or serenity
And the time to surrender
Accepting, giving up, or letting go of something that cannot be changed or controlled
Is the time you will take hold of me
Realizing that the only way to move forward is to face your fears, insecurities, or doubts
What did you do when you woke today
Reflecting on your actions, decisions, or emotions from the past or the present
What did you feel, were you sad or afraid
Questioning your own feelings, thoughts, motivations, or expectations
Searching your thoughts
Examining your own mind, heart, or soul
for reasons or meanings
Trying to find explanations, justifications, or interpretations for what has happened or is happening
In a field of dreams
Exploring the possibilities, opportunities, or potentials of your imagination or creativity
Where memories fade
Acknowledging that memories can be fleeting, changing, or unreliable
They keep passing through
Experiencing a sense of timelessness or detachment from reality
this soulless maze
Feeling lost, confused, or overwhelmed by the complexities, challenges, or contradictions of life
Splinters of virtue
Recognizing that even good intentions or noble deeds can cause pain, suffering, or resentment
From splintering hearts
Acknowledging that love, trust, or compassion can be fragile, vulnerable, or easily broken
The door is always closed
Feeling trapped, confined, or restricted by circumstances, expectations, or choices
As it was from the start
Accepting that some things cannot be changed or undone
Masters of freedom
Referring to those who are free from fear, doubt, or pain
Masters of light
Referring to those who have found enlightenment, wisdom, or truth
Will you ever let me go
Feeling trapped, confined, or restricted by external or internal factors
Take away this second sight
Wishing to be blind, ignorant, or unaware of what is happening or what might happen
Hanging to the sail
Struggling to survive, persevere, or resist amidst chaotic, unpredictable, or dangerous situations
Caught behind the storm
Feeling trapped, confined, or restricted by uncontrollable or unpredictable forces
Wait for the waves to come
Bracing for impact, waiting for the worst, or accepting one's fate
Know the fear
Experiencing intense, paralyzing, or overwhelming anxiety, panic, or terror
Hide behind your smile
Hiding or suppressing one's true feelings, thoughts, or emotions behind a facade or a mask
Crying for mercy
Begging, pleading, or praying for help, forgiveness, or salvation
Hanging to the mast
Holding onto something solid, stable, or reliable amidst chaos, uncertainty, or danger
Wait for the sea to foam
Bracing for impact, waiting for the worst, or accepting one's fate
Climb....Climb....Climb up to me
Reaching out, calling out, or seeking help, guidance, or support from someone else
Far beyond the storm
Having transcended or overcome the chaos, uncertainty, or danger of a difficult situation
Lightning across the sky
Experiencing a sense of awe, wonder, or shock at the grandeur, power, or beauty of nature
Catch the rope
Seizing an opportunity or a lifeline amidst chaos, uncertainty, or danger
Cling to hope
Holding onto the belief, faith, or trust that things will get better, that help will come, or that one will survive
Watch as our lives flash by
Witnessing or experiencing a moment of heightened awareness, clarity, or insight about one's own life or existence
Saltwater burning
Feeling pain, discomfort, or irritation from exposure to seawater or tears
Shield your face from whiplash sprays
Protecting oneself from harm, injury, or damage caused by sudden, violent movements or forces
Hold your breath and
Preparing for impact, bracing oneself, or gathering strength
Neptune will make his next move
Referring to the Roman god of the sea, suggesting that fate, destiny, or external forces are beyond one's control
Caught within the storm
Feeling trapped, confined, or restricted by uncontrollable or unpredictable forces
Watch for the jagged land
Being alert, cautious, or attentive to potential dangers, risks, or threats
Follow a line
Following a path, a trajectory, or a direction that leads towards safety, security, or salvation
From another time
Referring to a different era, a different reality, or a different self
Washed up on stone and sand
Finding oneself on a new, unfamiliar, or inhospitable place, both physically and emotionally
Grab the mast
Seizing an opportunity or a lifeline amidst chaos, uncertainty, or danger
Reach for a helping hand
Asking, seeking, or accepting help, guidance, or support from someone else
We could share this calm experience now
Finding solace, comfort, or relief in the companionship, empathy, or kindness of another person
In shadows I can see the light
Discovering beauty, grace, or hope amidst darkness, pain, or suffering
I whisper your name
Calling out, longing for, or seeking comfort, support or affection from someone special
But it's lost in the night
Feeling unheard, unnoticed, or ignored by someone else
Watching reflections of my own solitude
Contemplating, analyzing, or experiencing one's own isolation, separation, or loneliness
Heartfelt indifference
Feeling apathetic, dispassionate, or unconcerned despite one's own emotions or feelings
towards actions and truths
Reacting, responding, or coping with reality, facts, or consequences with a sense of detachment, resignation, or acceptance
Spare me from those sirens' lies
Rejecting, resisting, or avoiding false promises, temptations, or illusions that can cause harm, deceit, or betrayal
Spare me from this grand illusion
Refusing, denying, or dismissing unrealistic, idealistic, or fanciful notions, beliefs, or expectations that are not grounded in reality
Spare me from those weeping eyes
Avoiding, rejecting, or dismissing expressions of guilt, pity, or sorrow from someone else
And promises of absolution
Being offered, seeking, or promising forgiveness, redemption, or salvation from someone else
Shall I stand without defense
Taking responsibility, accepting accountability, or facing the consequences of one's own actions or decisions without excuses, justifications, or denials
Now that death is all around me
Acknowledging, accepting, or facing the real, imminent, or inevitable possibility of death, loss, or grief
Did you hope for my surrender
Expecting, needing, or wanting someone else to give up, yield, or submit to one's own demands, expectations, or desires
Leaving me to die on the bloodstained ground
Abandoning, ignoring, or neglecting someone who is helpless, vulnerable, or wounded
It's only a lifetime
Perspective that life is ephemeral, temporary, or fleeting
Where heroes need heroic deeds
Acknowledging the need, demand, or expectation for acts of courage, bravery, or heroism in certain situations or circumstances
Where children dream of breaking free
Referring to the innocence, imagination, or purity of childhood dreams, fantasies, or aspirations
Follow the cause
Pursuing a goal, a purpose, or a mission with passion, commitment, or intensity
Follow the signs
Recognizing, interpreting, or trusting the omens, symbols, or messages that guide one's own journey or destiny
Drawn by a song to our own demise
Being seduced, captivated, or entranced by something that leads to destruction, downfall, or ruin
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: LEIF JORDANSSON
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Vladimir Dragiev
The magic, the drama, the beauty & the secret of life revealed in a single Song - that grabs you and leaves you transformed forever! Thank you Arena!!! Thank you!!!
Free Spirit
Amazing song, have loved it for years but only just discoverd it on here. Have been a huge fan of Clive Nolan since way back, mega talented guy
Tarik Najab
Indeed This is a real Masterpiece!!! Love it !!!
MANU 10
I discovered Arena one year ago, ohhhh my god!! What a band!! Every album is a diamond... Lets enter in the discography if u love neoprog.
MANU 10
@Martin 482 i have to listen some of these. Today, for me, im spanish, there three bands at the top:
1. MARILLION
2. IQ
3. ARENA
and there others like Pendragon, Satellite, Clepsydra, Red sand, Sylvan, quidam...very good too. Hugs!! And up Rock neoprog!
Billy Crawshrimp
I suggest you go check out frost*
valeri7366
@MANU 10 and Mystery. !
MANU 10
@valeri7366 Im listening Mystery... great band!!!! Do u like prog?
valeri7366
@MANU 10Marillion and Mystery are great band ( Marillion and Fish )
Dave Locke
the live version of this is seriously brilliant music ,,