After two demo tapes in 1990 and 1991, the band were picked up by French label Adipocere Records, which made possible the band's first two commercial releases, 1993's Up Through the Linear Shades 7" and 1994's Longing For Scarlet Days EP. In 1995, Beyond Dawn released their critically acclaimed full length debut Pity Love on Candlelight Records. Soon after, the band began work on an album intended to be a departure from the doom metal music they were becoming known for, but their record label was less than pleased with the band's drastic change in sound and they were soon in search of a new label. They eventually signed with Misanthropy Records and released Revelry in 1998 to more critical praise. Beyond Dawn eventually resumed work on the would-be 1996 album and, after adding additional material and overdubs, released In Reverie in 1999 on Eibon Records, which would also be reissued in 2005 with two bonus tracks included. During the latter half of 1999, they released Electric Sulking Machine on the Peaceville label, which soon became a favorite amongst fans and remains sought after due to its limited pressing.
Due in part to the limited commercial success of Frysh, the band went on hiatus in 2003 to focus on other projects. Some time later, several tracks from Frysh were remixed by various electronic and EBM artists and released in the form of the double LP We're Down With Species of Any Kind in 2005. The band remains on an indefinite hiatus.
Bloody Comeback
Beyond Dawn Lyrics
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So completely well I don't know why indecision and a pair of clear blue eyes
I must admit it only looks stupid now
Unawake when it hits me with an unrealistic rush of surprise
With my open mind I'm down with species of any kind of sidewalk
On the rainsoaked pavement I leave my fear behind
Sometimes I feel free in a world of coincidence
The lyrics of Beyond Dawn's song, "Bloody Comeback," suggest a sense of liberation and the singer's propensity towards embracing various forms of life. The first stanza indicates that the singer feels free enough to twist and get up, and is well enough to experience a lack of indecision which seems a result of a pair of clear blue eyes. Perhaps, there is an allusion to their lover or a woman who has had a significant impact on their lives. However, as the singer looks back, they now realize that their actions could have looked stupid.
The second stanza describes how the singer feels free in a world of coincidence, surrounded by distant and careless individuals. It seems that they do not feel a sense of attachment to anyone or anything, but they do not seem to be distressed by it either. On the rain-soaked pavement, the singer leaves their fear behind, indicating that they are not afraid to face whatever comes their way. They are willing to embrace any species of life that crosses their path, including different forms of humans and animals.
In essence, the song intends to suggest that life is full of coincidences and surprises, and instead of feeling afraid, one should embrace all forms of life with open arms.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I feel free enough to twist my and gets up
There are times when I feel liberated to contort my body and stand upright without hesitation.
So completely well I don't know why indecision and a pair of clear blue eyes
Despite feeling good, I am uncertain of the reason behind it, and it may have to do with another individual's gaze on me.
I must admit it only looks stupid now
Looking back, I can acknowledge that my actions at the time may have seemed foolish or misguided.
Unawake when it hits me with an unrealistic rush of surprise
Sometimes I am caught off guard and overwhelmed by unexpected sensations or experiences that feel almost surreal.
With my open mind I'm down with species of any kind of sidewalk
I posses a flexible mindset and am comfortable navigating any type of environment or situation.
On the rainsoaked pavement I leave my fear behind
In the damp city streets, I am able to shed any trepidation or apprehension and embrace the moment.
Sometimes I feel free in a world of coincidence
Occasionally, I experience a sense of liberty within a universe where chance occurrences greatly influence our circumstances.
Distant and careless unfurls around me
I am surrounded by an atmosphere that appears aloof and detached from my personal being.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: EINAR SJURSO, ESPEN INGIERD, PETTER HAAVIK, TORE GJEDREM
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