Originating as a duet of multi-instrumentalists, Apollyon and Aggressor, Aura Noir grew into a full-scale band when Blasphemer of Mayhem joined their cause.
Over the time, the band's recordings featured several notable guests, including Fenriz of Darkthrone on vocals.
Soon after releasing "The Merciless" (2004) on Darkthrone's label Tyrant Syndicate, Aggressor got into an accident (fell from the roof of a four-story building in Oslo), which left his lower half temporarily paralyzed. He spent several months in the hospital but is already playing guitar again. In 2008, Aura Noir released "Hades Rise," which boasted a guest appearance by Danny Corrales of Autopsy and Abscess.
Snake
Aura Noir Lyrics
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The realm of sweet snakes that tortured me.
If everlasting burdens should enter
Such, as the everlasting torment of hell.
Sweet rape, honor these,
The souls of sweet snakes that denoured me.
If glorious destruction would embalm
"Even the earth can't grant us a common grave."
The lyrics of Aura Noir's song "Snake" depict a chaotic and violent world where the singer is tormented by the sweet scent and souls of the snakes around them. The snakes represent a force that is both enticing and destructive, causing everlasting burdens and torment. The use of the word "rape" suggests that the singer feels violated and powerless in the face of these forces. Despite the destruction and chaos, there is a reverence for the snakes and their power, as they are honored and embalmed in moments caressed by enlightened ones.
The final line, "Even the earth can't grant us a common grave," highlights the sense of isolation and despair felt by the singer. They are unable to find solace even in death, as they are unable to find a common resting place. This line also suggests a larger theme of individualism and the struggle for identity within a chaotic world.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweet scent colored these,
This situation seems pleasant, but it is actually tainted and corrupted.
The realm of sweet snakes that tortured me.
I was under the control of deceitful and treacherous individuals.
If everlasting burdens should enter
In the event of facing long-lasting and unbearable hardships,
Such, as the everlasting torment of hell.
It would be like experiencing the never-ending agony of the afterlife punishment.
Sweet rape, honor these,
This violent violation deserves recognition and respect.
The souls of sweet snakes that denoured me.
My soul was devoured by these cunning and insincere people.
If glorious destruction would embalm
If magnificently catastrophic destruction were to occur,
Such, as the moments caressed by enlightened ones.
It would be like the serene and blissful moments experienced by the wise.
"Even the earth can't grant us a common grave."
Our animosity and hostility toward each other are so intense that even death cannot bring us together in peace.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CARL MICHAEL EIDE, OLE JORGEN MOE
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