Mark Engles (dredg guitarist), Chris Robyn (Far drumm… Read Full Bio ↴Black Map is:
Mark Engles (dredg guitarist), Chris Robyn (Far drummer) and Ben Flanagan (The Trophy Fire vocalist/guitarist) playing bass and singing.
Formed in 2013
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Code
Black Map Lyrics
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fight the fear, of a mighty fall.
You got your code, from some broken book,
it trips you up, every time you look.
It's a long way out.
You give yourself a leer,
You, you give yourself a leer,
you're living on your knees now.
Change your shape, so you can fit the mould,
so much desire, but you always will hold.
You got your code, from some broken book,
it fucks you up, every time you look
It's a long way out.
You give yourself a leer,
can you feel that?
You, you give yourself a leer,
you're living on your knees now.
You, you gave yourself a leer,
can you feel that?
You, you gave away your reason,
you're living, on your knees now.
You're...
Living on your knees now.
You're...
Living on your knees now.
The lyrics to Black Map's song Code are about the struggle of living according to a strict set of beliefs or principles, and the fear of failure that comes with it. The opening lines advise to be careful and watch your step so as to avoid faltering. The fear of failing can be overwhelming, especially if there is a perceived "mighty fall" at risk. However, the second verse encourages the listener to "change your shape" in order to conform to the norm, despite still desiring something different. The code referred to is from a "broken book," which the singer can't help but reference constantly, ultimately leading to self-sabotage.
The chorus reiterates the idea of living life on one's knees, as a result of giving away one's reason and sacrificing individuality for conformity. The repeated use of the word "leer" seems to indicate a mocking tone towards the self who has given up, as if there is a lack of respect for a person who lives this way.
Overall, the song seems to encourage breaking free from the code and living life on one's own terms, despite the risk of failure. The repeated "long way out" line suggests that this path may not be easy or straightforward, but is still worth pursuing.
Line by Line Meaning
Watch your step, so you won't slip at all,
Be cautious and careful to avoid falling or making mistakes
fight the fear, of a mighty fall.
Confront your fear of failure or a big setback
You got your code, from some broken book,
You acquired your beliefs or principles from an unreliable or flawed source
it trips you up, every time you look.
It causes you to stumble or fail whenever you refer to it
It's a long way out.
The path to your goal or success is difficult and uncertain
You give yourself a leer,
You give yourself a contemptuous or sardonic look
can you feel that?
Are you aware of the negative thoughts or emotions you have towards yourself?
You, you give yourself a leer,
You constantly mock or belittle yourself
you're living on your knees now.
You're subjugating yourself and living a powerless or servile life
Change your shape, so you can fit the mould,
Adapt your personality or behavior to conform to societal or external expectations
so much desire, but you always will hold.
You have many aspirations or wants but you're hindered by your own limiting beliefs and attitudes
it fucks you up, every time you look
It seriously damages or harms you whenever you reference it
You, you gave yourself a leer,
You continue to ridicule, deride, or sneer at yourself
you gave away your reason,
You surrendered your logic or rationality to conform to irrational or oppressive beliefs or influences
you're living, on your knees now.
You're living a life of submission or subservience to others or external forces
You're...
You are
Living on your knees now.
Residing or existing in a state of submissiveness or weakness
You're...
You are
Living on your knees now.
Residing or existing in a state of submissiveness or weakness
Contributed by Elijah P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.