Described as "an ethereal mixture of darkwave and electro," "thumping drumbeats followed by cavernous vocals," "euphonious guitar and warm, subdued keyboards," BATZZ in the Belfry draws from a number of influences, but unashamedly delivers music in the traditions of goth, darkwave and ethereal.
Out of the Storm
Batzz in the Belfry Lyrics
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With words without knowledge?
Brace yourself like a man;
I will question you,
And you shall answer me.
Where were you when I laid the earth's foundation?
Tell me, if you understand.
Who stretched a measuring line across it?
On what were its footings set,
Or who laid its cornerstone--
While the morning stars sang together
And all the angels shouted for joy?
The lyrics to Batzz in the Belfry's song Out of the Storm are highly symbolic and evocative, exploring themes about the existential nature of life and our place in the cosmos. The song opens with a question that implies a sense of challenge: "Who is this that darkens my counsel with words without knowledge?" This line evokes a sense of reckoning and accountability, as if the singer is confronting some entity that has sought to undermine their worldview or their belief in the natural order of things.
The second stanza is more of a rhetorical flourish, building up the mythic power of the singer as they ask a series of questions about the creation of the Earth. The use of the word "brace" in the command "Brace yourself like a man" suggests that the singer is issuing a challenge to the listener, daring them to confront the vastness and complexity of the natural world. The subsequent questions about the Earth's creation evoke the image of a wise and all-knowing creator who has orchestrated the universe with a kind of divine artistry. Meanwhile, the reference to "morning stars" and "angels" portrays a sense of exaltation and joy at the sheer magnificence of the natural order.
Overall, the lyrics to Out of the Storm are a powerful reflection on the mysteries of the universe and the eternal questions that have vexed humanity for millennia. By engaging with these themes in such a poetic and evocative way, Batzz in the Belfry have crafted a song that is as spiritually resonant as it is musically compelling.
Line by Line Meaning
Who is this that darkens my counsel
Who are you to question my wisdom and understanding?
With words without knowledge?
Your words are ignorant and lack any real understanding.
Brace yourself like a man;
Prepare yourself and be strong, for I am about to confront you.
I will question you,
I will interrogate you and demand answers.
And you shall answer me.
You are expected to answer truthfully and directly.
Where were you when I laid the earth's foundation?
Where were you when I created the world's basic structure and foundation?
Tell me, if you understand.
If you claim to know, tell me.
Who marked off its dimensions? Surely you know!
You must know who measured and set its boundaries.
Who stretched a measuring line across it?
Who determined the size and scope of the world?
On what were its footings set,
What foundation was used to stabilize the world?
Or who laid its cornerstone--
Who placed the fundamental starting point for the world's creation?
While the morning stars sang together
The stars in the morning sky sang together at this wondrous event.
And all the angels shouted for joy?
Even the angels rejoiced at the incredible act of creation.
Contributed by Max M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.