Learn to Fly : Ascent
Bloodlet Lyrics

The lyrics to "Learn to Fly: Ascent" by Bloodlet are about a character who is obsessed with himself, his image and his perceived greatness. He is constantly staring at himself in the mirror, and his confused gaze is a reflection of his eventual downfall. Despite this, he refuses to let anyone hold him down and takes on the crown of power, only to struggle with the burden of maintaining it. He dreams about being chosen and having a God complex, and in his obsession to be seen, he risks his life by driving with his eyes closed. The lyrics suggest that he has not yet learned how to fly, and that his dreams of greatness may ultimately result in his own destruction, like a martyr dying for his cause.

The lines "just six miles, the crow flies, he fell in love with its disease" refer to the character's proximity to his obsession, his love of the disease of ego and power that surrounds him. The following lines "not for the faint of heart, not for the ill at ease, a never-ending subconscious thorn in the side" suggest that the path to greatness, if taken in such a way, is filled with difficulty and hardship, and for the character, a constant burden that he cannot shake. The lyric "he dreams he is chosen" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the character's unwavering belief in his own destiny.

Overall, the lyrics to "Learn to Fly: Ascent" paint a picture of a character who is consumed by his dreams of greatness, yet blinded by his own ego and self-obsession. His perceived sense of self-importance clouds his judgment and leads him down a dangerous path, all the while dreaming of the glory that he believes he deserves.