[2000] After the step of the years, maturity by means, and the contacts that left acquiring, the musical restlessness showed in a more creative and more personal project. C-Lekktor settles down formally as band with Rene Martínez's (Libre Experimento) integration initially as vocalist although finally he decides to participate only in the musical creation, leaving this way Marco in the vowels.
[2003] C-Lekktor makes its live official presentation on September 27 of 2003, at the 'Delirium Club' inside the First Collective Sampler 'Electro for the Masses' alternating with the projects 'Goliat' and 'Neuromantik'. This same year 'J. Förtran' is integrated to the live alignment of C-Lekktor participating in the electronic percussion and later developing the visual work for the band.
[2004] It leaves to the light the first demo-cd of C-Lekktor, called 'Re-a-Gression'. This first material has the intention of recapturing elements of the classic electro-ebm in a new context and adapted in the spectrum of the current scene. Starting of ' Re-a-Gression ' come off a series of successful presentations in the Mexican Republic and Mexico City, saying goodbye to the 2004 as opener live act of Decoded Feedback in their first concert in our country.
[2005] 2005 supposes a year of transition for the band. The whole year passes between the numerous performances with the composition and of new songs. Cause of the increasing demand by the music of C-Lekktor there is edited the maxi-cd 'Words of Evil' and the theme 'No Time (null version) ' for the Electro Map-Latam Compilation of the argentine label Null Republik. At the end of year sadly, but in good terms and due to the new priorities and obligations in his life René decides to leave the group.
[2006] At the beginning of 2006 two presentations take place for the first time out of Mexico in the cities of Huancayo and Lima in Peru. In this year C-Lekktor overcomes his number of live presentations in contrast with 2005, emphasizing the concerts as opener band of Hocico and Grendel. The fourth edition of the famous compilation Extreme Suendfall includes an exclusive version of 'No Time'. C-Lekktor shares credits on this cd with artists like Implant, Anne Clarke, Panzer AG, Monolith, Soman and Feindflug between others. In equal form two remixes are delivered for the albums of Disfuncion Organica and Dead Jump. Towards end of year C-Lekktor prepares two new cds to present itself in 2007: Rythmus Mortis and Cloned and Mutated.
[2007] To start off the New Year we returned to Peru and played live for the first time in Chile. We played two shows, once in the capital Santiago at the prestigious Disco Blondie with the repertoire of such bands as Nitzer Ebbm, VNV Nation, and Das Ich amongst others. The following show was carried out at “Club Secta” where we introduced a new demo called “Cloned and Mutated”; later resulting in a remix by C-lekktor including special guests adding additional exclusive tracks. On our return trip to Mexico we shared the stage with the band “Retractor”. We also participated in the organized event prepared by FKR2 for the release of our colleague Ainox. Who was unjustly detained by the authorities during the visit of the American president George W Bush. A few months after our return, we played amongst the legendary band Red Flag during the very first “Necropolis Fest” in Baja California. A side from the local music scene, we also involved painting, sculpting, literature, and performing arts. Behind the success of the first presentation of “Elektrocinetik II” (By Racso Agroyam and Dada-X) Part “B” was flastly pursued by Dada-X. It was around that time the band was invited by Disfuncion Organica for its new CD release in and around the Republic of Mexico. A few months before years end, J.Fortran departed from the group for personal motives. However, by years end Markko was the invited DJ in the “Military Fashion Show” organized by “bio-dezibel”.
[2008] This year we are taking precedence, returning strong, taking back our earlier presence by extending our contact with the public through our website www.clekktor.com. And with the new integration of band member “Alekkx”, who will take part in composing, programming, vocals, and of course the webmaster we leave no room to waste his great professional and personal skills (our hack intruder). Without doubt, we know he will bring new fresh ideas we welcome you alekkx.
An Empty Soul
C-Lekktor Lyrics
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Unlimited treasures, a greedy life that you can buy
Exterior beauty, internal pride, a life of vanity
I want it all, I'll take it all at any cost
I sold my soul, a part of me, an empty soul
What do you want I be
My empty soul, a part of me
What do you want I be
Others' possessions, dark desire, a life full of envy
Eternal fame, frivolous being, a shallow life
I sold my soul, my empty soul to get all this
The price was high, an eternity into the hell
So how do you feel after having sold your own convictions?
I hope you feel better, having all these vanal things
And why you aren't so happy? Are you satisfied?
But the truth is that we don't need it
This crap is just an illusion
I sold my soul that consists of my mind
I sold my soul that consists of my feelings
Forbidden pleasures, all the lust that you can wish
Unlimited treasures, a greedy life that you can buy
Exterior beauty, internal pride, a life of vanity
I want it all, I'll take it all at any cost
Can you see the thirst on my heart?
Now is dry, is longing to beat
I can't find a litle relief for the distress
That lives in my mind
I sold my soul to feel satisfaction
But everything I did was in vain
I sold my soul, I shame of myself
And for this I'm going to the hell
So how do you feel after having sold your own convictions?
I hope you feel better, having all these vanal things
And why you aren't so happy? Are you satisfied?
But the truth is that we don't need it
This crap is just an illusion
In the song An Empty Soul by C-Lekktor, the lyrics speak to the consequences of sacrificing one's values and convictions for material possessions and societal expectations. The first verse reads "Forbidden pleasures, all the lust that you can wish. Unlimited treasures, a greedy life that you can buy. Exterior beauty, internal pride, a life of vanity. I want it all, I'll take it all at any cost." This illustrates the desire for material wealth and surface-level beauty in exchange for a loss of self and internal fulfillment. The repetition of "I sold my soul" emphasizes the irreversible nature of these choices and the feeling of being trapped in a self-imposed prison.
The second verse speaks to the lure of others' possessions and eternal fame, but also the realization that these things are empty and frivolous. The line "But the truth is that we don't need it" emphasizes that true happiness and fulfillment come from within, not from external validation or possessions. The chorus repeats the same desire for material wealth and beauty, but there's a shift in tone with the line "Can you see the thirst on my heart? Now is dry, is longing to beat." This contrasts with the previous lines by acknowledging the inherent emptiness that comes from chasing these worldly desires.
Overall, the lyrics of An Empty Soul serve as a cautionary tale about the dangers of sacrificing one's values for material gain. The repetition of "I sold my soul" reinforces the message that these choices have long-lasting and irreversible consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Forbidden pleasures, all the lust that you can wish
Desiring things that are forbidden or morally wrong, including excessive desire for pleasure
Unlimited treasures, a greedy life that you can buy
A life filled with the pursuit of wealth and material possessions
Exterior beauty, internal pride, a life of vanity
Pursuing physical appearance and pride for personal gain
I want it all, I'll take it all at any cost
A willingness to do whatever it takes to obtain everything desired
I sold my soul, a part of me, an empty soul
Selling a part of oneself and feeling spiritually hollow as a result
What do you want I be
A question posed as to what should the singer value or pursue
My empty soul, a part of me
Acknowledging the diminished sense of self
Now I’m in a hole
Feeling trapped and unable to escape the negative consequences of previous choices
Others' possessions, dark desire, a life full of envy
A preoccupation with what others have and a desire to have it at any cost
Eternal fame, frivolous being, a shallow life
The desire for unending recognition, shallow pursuits, and a lack of substance in life
The price was high, an eternity into the hell
The ultimate price for giving up one's values is eternal suffering
So how do you feel after having sold your own convictions?
Questioning how one feels after compromising one's personal standards
I hope you feel better, having all these vanal things
Suggesting that material possessions may provide temporary satisfaction but not long-term happiness
And why you aren't so happy? Are you satisfied?
Raising the question of whether material possessions alone are sufficient for happiness
But the truth is that we don't need it
Asserting that material possessions are unnecessary for true happiness
This crap is just an illusion
Referring to the false belief that material possessions can provide lasting fulfillment
Can you see the thirst on my heart?
Expressing the want for something, perhaps a sense of purpose or fulfillment
Now is dry, is longing to beat
Feeling emotionally depleted and having a desire for renewal
I can't find a little relief for the distress
Experiencing emotional turmoil and being unable to find relief
That lives in my mind
The distress is constantly on the artist's mind
I sold my soul to feel satisfaction
Selling one's beliefs/values for the sake of temporary satisfaction
But everything I did was in vain
Feeling a sense of futility and regret for past actions
I shame of myself
Feeling guilt and remorse for past actions
And for this I'm going to the hell
Believing that past actions have spiritual consequences
Contributed by Miles H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.