Arx Atrata's debut album 'Oblivion', released 13.12.2013, was written and recorded between autumn 2010 and autumn 2013.
Legacy
Arx Atrata Lyrics
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And constellations crawl across dark skies
Our time here grows ever shorter
And the silence of the void beckons us all
We are given just one life
And each day our fate is left in our hands
Choosing whether to build or to destroy
With each moon that passes
A life drifts away
With each moon that passes
Souls slowly decay
We may not pass into legend
But we will be noted for our deeds
Shadows of today cast into eternity
And our abstract marks on the world
Shall become our legacy
The changes that we wrought
Shall live on forever
Monuments to dreams of the dead
And when we return to the earth
And leave life to others
Our spirit remains and endures
The song "Legacy" by Arx Atrata reflects on the ephemeral nature of human life while also acknowledging the potential for personal impact and a lasting legacy. The lyrics begin by invoking the passing of time, referencing both the movement of celestial bodies and the inevitability of death. The song then turns to the idea that our lives are influenced by personal choice, that we can either create or destroy, and that those choices have a ripple effect on the world around us. As each day passes, the singer reminds us, we are one step closer to death and to leaving a legacy behind.
The chorus of "Legacy" focuses on the idea of leaving something behind that will endure beyond the finite span of a human life. The lyrics suggest that while not everyone may attain legendary status, everyone has a chance to make a meaningful impact, to leave a mark on the world. This is described as an abstract mark, something that won't necessarily be tangible or visible, but that nonetheless represents something important about who we are and what we've done. The song ends with the idea that while our physical bodies may return to the earth after we die, our spirits and legacies will live on.
This song could be interpreted in different ways, but it seems to convey messages of existentialism and the importance of living a purposeful life. We are all given limited time on this Earth and it is up to us to make the most of it. Our choices will determine what kind of legacy we leave and what impact we have on those around us. Ultimately, the song encourages listeners to make the most of their lives, to create something meaningful, and to leave something behind that will endure beyond their own mortality.
Line by Line Meaning
As the sun rises and falls
As time passes by
And constellations crawl across dark skies
The universe moves on
Our time here grows ever shorter
Our life on earth is brief
And the silence of the void beckons us all
Death is inevitable
We are given just one life
We have only one chance
And each day our fate is left in our hands
Our destiny lies in our own hands
Choosing whether to build or to destroy
Our actions shape our future
As the tides of time crawl across the sands
Time keeps moving on
With each moon that passes
With the passing of time
A life drifts away
A life ends
Souls slowly decay
The life force fades away
We may not pass into legend
We may not become famous
But we will be noted for our deeds
Our actions will be remembered
Shadows of today cast into eternity
Our actions have lasting consequences
And our abstract marks on the world
Our achievements and contributions
Shall become our legacy
Will be our lasting impact on the world
The changes that we wrought
The effects of our actions
Shall live on forever
Will have a lasting impact
Monuments to dreams of the dead
Testament to what once was
And when we return to the earth
When we die
And leave life to others
Our time on earth ends
Our spirit remains and endures
Our memory lives on
Writer(s): arx atrata
Contributed by Maya O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
fenrizara
Followed the band on Spotify because of this song. Beautiful.
Homero Kemmerich
I first heard this song earlier this week, and I can't stop thinking about it. Amazing atmosphere. Congratulations.
Arx Atrata
Thank you!
Gemeiner Hexenpriester
I almost forgot about this band, last time hear it back in 2015, this track is new for me, what an excellent job
Farid Akash 9
when I first heard it since August 2016.
.not a day goes by that I don't listen to legacy.. thank you arx atrata and John rushworth
Arx Atrata
Thank you for your support!
Nikita
just chills
VinterVegan
Awesome!!
spiralEyedGhost
FUCK!
so sick!
preordered mine!
and i can NOT wait!
Baerghet Trulmaelder
1:42 - 2:15 Holy motherfatherfucking fuck!! GOOSEBUMPS!!