A band f… Read Full Bio ↴At least three bands have gone by the Black Tongue moniker:
A band from Hull, England. Founded in January 2013, the band features members of Infant Annihilator and Mister Sister Fister, Namely Alex Teyen (vocals), Eddie Pickard (guitar, vocals), Aaron Kitcher (drums), James Harrison (guitar), Lloyd Newton (bass guitar). Constantly labelled as one of the most original and groundbreaking bands in the underground scene, these up-and-comers have amassed numerous endorsement deals, and various label interests almost since day one. Their debut EP “Falsifier” has been rated 11/10 and 9.5/10 by independent reviewers and is receiving a ton of praise from both deathcore and traditional metal fans alike.
Musically combining aspects of deathcore with sludge/doom metal. This style is often referred to as "downtempo deathcore".
Black tongue is also rock band from Copenhagen, Denmark. The line-up consists of: Cristian Olesen (guitars, vocals), Rune Nielsen (bass guitar), Snakebite (drums), and Jonas Skovsbøl (guitars). The band recorded their first self named EP in May 2009. The EP contained 4 tracks and the band is currently unsigned.
http://www.myspace.com/blacktonguedk/
An American act is also named Black tongue
Blight
Black Tongue Lyrics
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I awake in Hell
What have I done?
I cannot look in the mirror
The man I see looking back isn't me
The voice inside my head is not my own
Every reflection is a fucking blasphemy
What kind of existence is this?
Fear has befallen me
I can't believe that every cloud I see has a silver lining
When everything keeps getting worse
And in this life that we grasp
There is no turning back
The decisions we make have a lasting effect
How can we be so wide awake yet still asleep?
Free my mind of misery
I still suffer
Draw the poison from my flesh
End my sorrow
Set me free
Stepping out of the light into the darkness
Turning around to find the door is closed
Breaking through the veil beyond the plains of despair
I awake in Hell
I can't believe that every cloud I see has a silver lining
When everything keeps getting worse
And in this life that we grasp there is no turning back
The decisions we make have a lasting effect
How can we be so wide awake yet still asleep?
The lyrics of Black Tongue's song Blight are a reflection of the internal struggles of an individual who has found themselves in a state of hopelessness and despair. The opening line "I break through the veil beyond the plains of despair" paints a vivid picture of an individual who has transcended beyond the point of mere sadness and has entered a realm of complete agony. The use of the word "veil" and "plains" gives a sense of a journey that has culminated in a destination that is both bleak and shrouded in mystery.
The individual then reflects on the actions that have led to their current state of being, questioning "What have I done?" and expressing their inability to face themselves in the mirror. The use of the phrase "The man I see looking back isn't me" highlights the psychological turmoil that the individual is experiencing, manifesting as a sense of disassociation from one's own being. The individual further emphasizes their lack of control over their thoughts, stating "The voice inside my head is not my own," which adds to the sense of isolation and despair.
The overarching theme of the song is the powerlessness that one feels in the face of life's difficulties. The line "How can we be so wide awake yet still asleep?" reflects the internal conflict that arises when one wants to take control of their life but is held back by fear and uncertainty. The lyrics of Blight are an honest and profound representation of the inner battles that we all face at some point in our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I break through the veil beyond the plains of despair
Moving past a bleak point in life and onto something new
I awake in Hell
Realizing that life has become a nightmare
What have I done?
Regret over past actions
I cannot look in the mirror
Ashamed of oneself
The man I see looking back isn't me
Feeling like a stranger to oneself
The voice inside my head is not my own
Being controlled by something else
Every reflection is a fucking blasphemy
Feeling like a sin for existing
What kind of existence is this?
Questioning the purpose of life
What part of the lie did I miss?
Feeling like the truth has been hidden from them
Fear has befallen me
Being overwhelmed with anxiety
I can't believe that every cloud I see has a silver lining
Feeling hopeless even when there's supposed to be a positive outlook
When everything keeps getting worse
Feeling like nothing is going right
And in this life that we grasp There is no turning back
Realizing the finality of choices made
The decisions we make have a lasting effect
Understanding the gravity of choices made
How can we be so wide awake yet still asleep?
Wondering how one can be so aware but oblivious at the same time
Free my mind of misery I still suffer
Seeking relief from emotional pain
Draw the poison from my flesh End my sorrow Set me free
Wanting to escape from the physical and emotional pain
Stepping out of the light into the darkness
Leaving what was once good for something unknown
Turning around to find the door is closed
Feeling trapped with no way out
Breaking through the veil beyond the plains of despair
Overcoming hopelessness and despair
I awake in Hell
Realizing that life has become a nightmare
I can't believe that every cloud I see has a silver lining
Feeling hopeless even when there's supposed to be a positive outlook
When everything keeps getting worse
Feeling like nothing is going right
And in this life that we grasp there is no turning back
Realizing the finality of choices made
The decisions we make have a lasting effect
Understanding the gravity of choices made
How can we be so wide awake yet still asleep?
Wondering how one can be so aware but oblivious at the same time
Contributed by Chloe Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Genderqueer Gorehound
This band's stuff just comes straight for your soul and rips into it without mercy and flays its remains in every other direction. I love it.
MattMoultonMusic
I can't stop listening to this song
Dragunov Chan
Me too
Danny L.
3:30 might be my favorite part of this album. thanks for uploading!
PROMETHERION
YESSSS!!!!!!!!!!
bike4aday
@LUGAL KI EN The vocals at 3:07 crack me up every time haha
LUGAL KI EN
@WhisperToYourGhost his growls at 3:16 are probably one of my favorite parts of this album tho, from 3:00 min is the best part of this album imo.
LUGAL KI EN
@WhisperToYourGhost I'm with you, 3:00 is insane but I always like the groove-iness at 3:30 too
WhisperToYourGhost
3:30? how does your legs not fall off at 3:00?! CHEESE AND RICE
vengfull zealots corner
Love this song