Cadaverous Condition became known within the neofolk scene mostly thanks to their split with American neofolk artists Changes; Time. In 2007 they released a full length Death Folk release; Songs Of The Crooked Path.
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Shine
Cadaverous Condition Lyrics
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there could be a future, I see it bright, I don't see
it clear
there is a place, I'm part of it with you
there is joy and all the pleasure
and there is also something I longed for
but all that's left is me here in despair
hear the serenade
this serenade of my soul
my tearful words for you to shine
maybe you are present right now
and maybe I point at you right now
and if you are not
I wish it would be
that you would listen to my wail
I want to wave farewell to my lament
forget all my pain, my waking hours
I'll wake you in the morning
in a time when luck is mine
I await a time for me to shine
The first line of the song, "nowhere will be world, but inside," is a reflection on the concept of inner peace and happiness. The idea being that true happiness can only be found within oneself and the external world may not bring true fulfillment. The following lines continue to explore the singer's thoughts and feelings on their life and their hopes for the future. They mention a bright future, but it's unclear and uncertain. Despite this, the singer remains optimistic and focuses on the joy and pleasure that can be found in life.
They also express a desire to be with someone they care about and to see them shine. This is seen in the line "hear the serenade, this serenade of my soul, my tearful words for you to shine." The use of the word "serenade" suggests a song or plea for the person to shine and be happy, while the tears convey the depth of emotion that the singer has for this person.
The song then ends on a positive note, with the singer expressing a hope for a time for them to shine. This can be seen as a metaphor for their own life, and a wish to find their own happiness and meaning. Overall, the lyrics of the song are introspective and emotional, touching on themes of hope, love, and inner peace.
Line by Line Meaning
nowhere will be world, but inside
The future may be uncertain, but I feel that the only place where true happiness can be found is within oneself.
there could be a future, I see it bright, I don't see it clear
Even though there may be potential for a brighter future, it can be difficult to envision what it will look like.
there is a place, I'm part of it with you
There is a special place that exists where the singer feels connected and included with someone else.
there is joy and all the pleasure
This special place brings immense joy and pleasure to the artist.
and there is also something I longed for
Although the special place brings happiness, there is still a feeling of yearning for something else.
I'd give it all up, I'd throw it all away
The singer is willing to give up everything for a chance at true happiness.
but all that's left is me here in despair
Despite the willingness to sacrifice everything, the singer is left feeling hopeless and despondent.
hear the serenade
The artist is calling for attention and asking to be heard.
this serenade of my soul
The artist is expressing the deep emotions and desires of their inner being.
my tearful words for you to shine
The artist is sharing their tears and pain in the hopes that someone else can find happiness and joy.
maybe you are present right now
The singer is acknowledging the possibility that someone is listening to their plea for happiness.
and maybe I point at you right now
The artist is directing their words towards someone in particular.
and if you are not
If no one is listening, the singer still has hope that their words can reach someone who needs to hear them.
I wish it would be
The singer is expressing a desire for their words to have an impact on someone's life.
that you would listen to my wail
The singer is begging for someone to hear their cries and pain.
I want to wave farewell to my lament
The artist wants to say goodbye to their sadness and move on to something better.
forget all my pain, my waking hours
The artist wants to leave behind all the hurt and suffering they've experienced in their waking life.
I'll wake you in the morning
The singer has hope that things will get better and a new day will bring new opportunities for happiness.
in a time when luck is mine
The singer is looking forward to a future where they can finally have good luck and happiness.
I await a time for me to shine
The artist is eagerly anticipating a time when they can finally achieve their own personal happiness and success.
Contributed by Avery F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.