1) Edge metal ba… Read Full Bio ↴There are 5 different bands with the name ARKANGEL:
1) Edge metal band from Brussels, Belgium.
Discography:
(EP - 1998) - Prayers Upon Deaf Ears
(CD - 1999) - Dead Man Walking
(CD - 2004) - Hope You Die by Overdose
(CD - 2008) - Is Your Enemy
2) ARKANGEL (Ven): Arkangel (originally formed under the name Power Age in 1977) is a legendary heavy metal band fronted by vocalist Paul Gillman that released their first album way back in 1981. They would become one of the most influencial bands in Venezuela and lead the national heavy metal scene during the '80. In 1984 Paul Gillman quit the band to pursue a solo career and was replaced by Mickey Tedeschi. One of many replacements that would happen in the future. Resulting in only 2 albums in 20 years. 2005 brought a reunion tour to celebrate their 30 year anniversary with most original members featuring guest appearances of Dio & Paul Di'Anno. After the reunion tour the pre-reunion lineup gets back together to write a new album that is entitled MMVII that will be out in 2008.
Arkangel (1981)
Rock Nacional (1982)
Represion Latinoamericana (1983)
La Respuesta, Single (1987)
No Más Aparencias, Single (1992)
Inmortal (1992)
El Angel de la Muerte (2000)
MMVII (2008)
Official site: http://www.arkangel-ve.com/
M-A page: www.metal-archives.com/band.php?id=2003
3) ArkAngel is a 1980s Christian progressive rock band which recorded one album, Warrior, which is considered a classic Christian Rock album. The band was fronted by Kemper Crabb. See http://www.kempercrabb.net and http://www.christianmusicarchive.com/artist.php?id=3102.
4) Arkangel (Py).
Metal From Paraguay / SouthAmerica.
http://www.myspace.com/arkangelpy
http://www.arkangelpy.com/
5) Arkangel is a christian metal band from Santa Cruz, Bolivia.
Twenty One Twenty Three
Arkangel Lyrics
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stripes for stripes,
burning for burning.
Twenty one
twenty three.
Carved into the mind of the oppressed.
The lyrics to Arkangel's song Twenty One Twenty Three are symbolic of the bitter cycle of violence, oppression, and retaliation that has plagued humanity for centuries. "Wounds for wounds, stripes for stripes, burning for burning" refers to the idea that violence and aggression only beget more of the same. It's a call for people to recognize this futility and look for alternative ways to create change. "Twenty one twenty three" likely refers to a specific year or event, but its meaning is left open to interpretation. It could signify a turning point in history, a moment of great upheaval, or a call to action.
The phrase "carved into the mind of the oppressed" speaks to the psychological impact of violence and oppression. When people are constantly subjected to violence and injustice, it can become engrained in their psyche and become a part of their identity. The "storm of revolution" that is mentioned at the end of the stanza implies that the only way to break this cycle is through collective action and a concerted effort to create real change.
Line by Line Meaning
Wounds for wounds,
Retaliation in the form of inflicting the same pain as punishment.
stripes for stripes,
The concept of 'an eye for an eye' in terms of physical punishment.
burning for burning.
Revenge by setting a similar fire as an act of punishment.
Twenty one
Refers to the year 2021, a significant period in the current era.
twenty three.
Refers to the year 2023, a future period in the current era.
Carved into the mind of the oppressed.
The idea of retaliation is ingrained in the mind of those who have been oppressed or wronged.
Before the storm of revolution
The retaliation may lead to a revolution or rebellion against the oppressors and their system.
Contributed by Brooklyn N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.