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The Devourer
Crimson Massacre Lyrics
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Maelstrom of wings and fear collide as
The usurpers wade through ranks of the
Fallen
Hallowed ground fades away under the
March of the dogmatic hordes
Swords drawn against impending odds,
Lost,
What was taken away, forbidden, for
Daring to forge a different vision
Gates shattered under the press of
Thousands, faces locked in an endless
Gaze of astonishment
Ill gotten trenchant thoughts dissolve
A stagnant alkaline kingdom
Seraphic legions repulse wave after
Wave of frenzied acolytes
Driven by thoughts of victory and
Conquest,
Ideals fouled and perverted by the
Twisted lust of the betrayer
Courage found through the strength of
Others
Frailty hidden through strength by
Numbers
Heaven's charges struggle push forth,
Or be fallen forever, and forgotten.
The lyrics of Crimson Massacre's The Devourer depict a battle between the forces of good and evil. The opening lines describe the chaos of battle, with wings and fear colliding as the usurpers - likely servants of the devil - fight against the fallen, possibly angels or followers of God. The hallowed ground under their feet fades away as they march forward, indicating that they are moving away from what is pure and holy.
The lyrics go on to describe the sword-wielding usurpers as being hell-bent on reclaiming what was once lost, potentially referencing the idea of the devil trying to regain control over people's souls. These usurpers had previously taken something away, something that was forbidden because it challenged the status quo, and they are now attempting to take it back. The gates they break down are likely those of Heaven, and the faces of those who witness their invasion are filled with astonishment.
The rest of the lyrics describe the battle in more detail, with the forces of good led by Seraphic legions pushing back against the frenzied acolytes of the betrayer. The battle is intense, and victory is not assured on either side. However, there is a sense of perseverance and hope, as Heaven's charges struggle to push forward no matter what, determined not to be forgotten.
Line by Line Meaning
Maelstrom of wings and fear collide as
A chaotic clash of wings and terror unfolds, as if two opposing forces are battling each other.
The usurpers wade through ranks of the Fallen
Those who have seized power aggressively move forward through a group of those who have fallen, perhaps suggesting a lack of respect for those who came before them.
Hallowed ground fades away under the March of the dogmatic hordes
Even the holy places lose their sanctity as an aggressive, unyielding group moves forward.
Swords drawn against impending odds, Hell-bent on reclaiming what was once Lost,
The fighters grasp their swords, preparing to fight even though the odds are against them. They are determined to win back something that was taken from them in the past.
What was taken away, forbidden, for Daring to forge a different vision
Something valuable was taken away or prohibited from the fighters, perhaps because they dared to have a unique or divergent vision.
Gates shattered under the press of Thousands, faces locked in an endless Gaze of astonishment
The gates break open under the weight of thousands, further cementing the idea of forceful entry. Those watching have a stunned expression on their faces.
Ill gotten trenchant thoughts dissolve A stagnant alkaline kingdom
Negative and piercing thoughts dissipate and destroy a stale and lifeless community.
Seraphic legions repulse wave after Wave of frenzied acolytes Driven by thoughts of victory and Conquest,
Angelic armies push back against successive waves of overexcited followers, whose desire is to win and triumph by any means necessary.
Ideals fouled and perverted by the Twisted lust of the betrayer
The leader or someone in charge may have twisted the group's values and morals to fulfill their own desires.
Courage found through the strength of Others
The artist has found bravery from the support of others rather than from within themselves.
Frailty hidden through strength by Numbers
Individual personal weakness is masked by collective strength in numbers.
Heaven's charges struggle push forth, Or be fallen forever, and forgotten.
Those who represent or are associated with heaven or purity are pushing forward through difficulty, or they will be defeated and left to be forgotten.
Contributed by Landon O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.