Band members
* Howard Jones - vocals (1997–2004)
* Corey Unger - guitar, vocals (1997–2004)
* John Lynch - bass (2001–2004, 1997-2001 on drums)
* Justin Foley - drums (2001–2004)
Metamorph
Blood Has Been Shed Lyrics
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To the shallow heart of the man
Enraptured by the burning flames of animosity
The hammer falls and penetrates
And preys on my demons darkest desires
My soul is now a womb
Forever we embrace
I see my reflection on the bloodstained floor
A clenched fist that holds no compassion
Tranquility an escape
I will never know
Conception, the breeding
Labor, the pain I bear
Birth, of scorn reproduction
The lyrics of Blood Has Been Shed's song Metamorph are dark and intense, painting a picture of a man who is consumed by anger and aggression. The first two lines describe a stormy, ominous sky that seems to match the man's inner state. He is deeply entranced by feelings of hatred and hostility, like a flame burning within him that he cannot extinguish.
The hammer referred to in the second stanza is likely symbolic of the man's own aggression, as he is unable to control his own destructive thoughts and impulses. His demons are the source of his pain, and it seems as though he is haunted by them at all times. The line "my soul is now a womb" is an interesting one, suggesting that the man is giving birth to a new version of himself, one that is even more violent and destructive than before.
The final lines of the song are particularly graphic, describing the man's inner turmoil as a process of reproduction and birth. The idea of "scorn reproduction" suggests that he is creating something twisted and malevolent, something that will only bring more pain and misery into the world. The overall message of the song is one of darkness and despair, with the man seemingly trapped in a cycle of violence and anger from which there is no escape.
Line by Line Meaning
Dark clouds line the sky and descend
The singer feels a sense of foreboding and darkness descending upon them.
To the shallow heart of the man
The darkness is affecting someone who is not strong or deep enough to withstand it.
Enraptured by the burning flames of animosity
The darkness is fueled by hatred and hostility.
The hammer falls and penetrates
The artist is experiencing intense emotional pain, similar to being hit by a hammer.
And preys on my demons darkest desires
The darkness is feeding off of the artist's negative thoughts and emotions.
My soul is now a womb
The singer's innermost self is being transformed, like a gestating pregnancy.
You are flesh of my flesh
The singer feels a deep connection and unity with someone close to them.
Forever we embrace
Their bond is strong and enduring.
I see my reflection on the bloodstained floor
The artist is confronted with the violent consequences of their actions.
A clenched fist that holds no compassion
The artist is filled with anger and aggression towards others.
Tranquility an escape
The singer longs for a sense of peace and calm in their life.
I will never know
The artist has come to terms with the fact that they may never achieve this peace.
Conception, the breeding
The dark emotions within the singer are constantly brewing and growing.
Labor, the pain I bear
The singer is forced to endure the difficult process of managing their emotions.
Birth, of scorn reproduction
The negative feelings within the singer will continue to multiply and dominate their life.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DAVID MICHAEL EATON
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