1. An Australian … Read Full Bio ↴There have been at least two bands called Custard:
1. An Australian indie rock band.
2. A German power-metal band.
1. Custard are an Australian indie rock band formed in 1989 in Brisbane, Queensland. The band is colloquially known as "Custaro" due to frequent misreadings of their name.
2. Custard is a German power-metal band founded in 1987. They have released four full length albums so far (the latest in 2008).
Imprisoned
Custard Lyrics
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Sweat and blood an dying flesh, under these chains
I can't remember the reason why I'm here
I can't remember my own face at all
I came from far away, where are my friends now?
Smell the stench of their remains, pumped up with lead.
I can't remember my mothers'voice so I can't fall asleep
I can't remember my own voice at all
I'm a prisoner of war, haven't seen the sun for years
Never felt like this before much too proud for silent tears
What about my home, am I a forgotten man?
This is what I can't deny, I'm locked up in a cage of pain
Words of deliverance are words unspoken
My skin is hot, my throat is dry. When will it out?
I can't remember...
I'm a prisoner...
The lyrics of Custard's "Imprisoned" tell the story of a prisoner of war who has been held captive for so long that he cannot remember his own identity or the reason why he is imprisoned. The first verse describes his physical situation - he is trapped behind a wall that cannot be broken, under chains, and surrounded by the stench of death.
The second verse delves into his internal struggle, as he realizes that he has lost all sense of who he is and where he came from. He longs to remember the sound of his mother's voice so he can find comfort and rest, but even his own voice is a mystery to him.
The chorus brings a sense of hopelessness to the song, as the singer laments his fate as a forgotten man. He wonders if he will ever see his home again and fears that he is trapped in a never-ending cycle of pain and despair.
The final verse speaks to the power of words and the desperation of the prisoner to be released from his captivity. He is burning up and struggling to speak, hoping that someone will hear his cries for help and free him from his prison.
Overall, "Imprisoned" is a powerful and emotional song that explores the feelings of isolation and despair that come with being held captive. It is a poignant reminder of the enduring human spirit and the need for hope in even the darkest of situations.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm staring at a wall, which can't be broken
I am confined and trapped with no escape or way out.
Sweat and blood an dying flesh, under these chains
I am physically suffering and in pain due to being bound and restrained.
I can't remember the reason why I'm here
I have lost all memory and sense of purpose for being in this situation.
I can't remember my own face at all
I have become so detached from my identity that I cannot recognize myself.
I came from far away, where are my friends now?
I have been separated from those closest to me with no knowledge of their whereabouts.
Smell the stench of their remains, pumped up with lead.
The brutal violence and loss of life around me is overwhelming and traumatic.
I can't remember my mothers'voice so I can't fall asleep
The absence of a loved one is affecting my ability to find any sense of comfort or rest.
I can't remember my own voice at all
The extent of my detachment from myself has left me unable to recall even the basic aspects of my being.
I'm a prisoner of war, haven't seen the sun for years
I have been held captive and isolated from the outside world for an extended period of time.
Never felt like this before much too proud for silent tears
The emotional toll of the situation is profound, but I am too proud to show weakness through crying.
What about my home, am I a forgotten man?
The lack of any communication or knowledge about my family and homeland is causing me to feel abandoned and neglected.
This is what I can't deny, I'm locked up in a cage of pain
The suffering and agony of my physical and emotional confinement is inescapable and overwhelming.
Words of deliverance are words unspoken
The hope of being freed from this situation remains unspoken and unlikely to come to fruition.
My skin is hot, my throat is dry. When will it out?
The physical and emotional strain of my confinement is taking a toll on my body and spirit, leading me to question when the situation will improve.
I can't remember...
The loss and erasure of my identity and memories is profound and all-consuming.
I'm a prisoner...
The overwhelming sense of confinement, isolation, and suffering is all-encompassing and inescapable.
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