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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Time
Cadaverous Condition Lyrics
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and now our time comes
there will come a time
we said
but time only goes
the fading of the rainbow
the closing of a rose
we'll make the time
we vowed
but times already made
impatient as the twilight
elusive as the shade
and now our time comes
and now our time comes
we'll take the time
we both agreed
but time is only lived
the clock unwinds
and autumn leaves
run riot in the wind
and time just slips away
they say
like golden grains of sand
and the days and nights
we held so tight
escape from out our hands
and now our time comes
and now our time comes
and now our time comes
and now our time comes
and now it has gone
and now it has gone
The song "Time" by Cadaverous Condition is a poignant reflection on the fleeting nature of time and how we often fail to make use of it while it's still within our grasp. The opening lines repeat the phrase "and now our time comes" as though the singer is finally acknowledging that their time has arrived - whether that's the time to make a big decision, to take action on something, or simply to live in the present moment.
The lyrics then delve into the idea that we often talk about how "there will come a time" when we'll do something, but that time never seems to materialize. The lines "but time only goes / the fading of the rainbow / the closing of a rose" paint a vivid picture of the transience of life, and how we can't rely on time to wait for us to be ready. The singer vows to "make the time", but once again notes that time is already made - it's a force that carries on regardless of our wants and needs.
The verses continue to contrast the idea of making time versus simply living it; the singer acknowledges that they've agreed to take the time they need, but notes that "time is only lived / the clock unwinds". The imagery of autumn leaves running riot in the wind is both beautiful and unsettling, and serves as a reminder that time slips away from us all too easily. The final lines of the song echo the opening, only this time with a sense of resignation: "and now our time comes / and now our time comes / and now it has gone / and now it has gone". The repetition of "time comes" and "it has gone" underscores the cyclical nature of life, and serves as a sobering reminder that we can't take time for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
and now our time comes
We have reached a moment in our lives where we must face change
and now our time comes
Our time is running out and we must confront reality
there will come a time
We talked about a future time of change, but it is only a concept
but time only goes
Time moves forward with or without our consent
the fading of the rainbow
Nothing lasts forever, everything eventually fades away
the closing of a rose
Just like the petals of a flower, life comes to an end for all
we'll make the time
We promised to find time for each other, no matter what
but times already made
Our time together has already been allotted, we must seize the moment
impatient as the twilight
Time is fleeting, like the brief moment between day and night
elusive as the shade
Time is intangible, like trying to grasp a shadow
we'll take the time
We committed to spending time together, making memories was important to us
but time is only lived
Time is precious and must be experienced, not delayed or wasted
the clock unwinds
Time is ticking away, never to be regained
and autumn leaves
Like the changing of seasons, life also undergoes phases of transformation
run riot in the wind
Life is uncontrollable and chaotic, things may change at any moment
and time just slips away
We can't hold onto time, it slips away too quickly
like golden grains of sand
Time is valuable and fleeting, like grains of sand slipping through our fingers
and the days and nights
Every moment must be appreciated because it may be our last
we held so tight
We cherish the memories we've made together
escape from out our hands
No matter how much we wish to hold onto the past, it is gone forever
and now it has gone
Our time together has come to an end, it is time to say goodbye
and now it has gone
Time has passed, memories are all that are left
Contributed by Keira I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.