The debut EP 'Challenger Deep' including four new songs was released on June 24th 2015. Two out of four songs were instrumental while two others had vocals done by Joona. Soon after the release of the debut EP Cyranoi expanded from a soloproject to duo in July 2015 when Joona Jaakkola joined Cyranoi as a permanent vocalist. At that time they also began writing their second EP titled 'Exist'. Writing was done by the end of fall after which began recording process for 'Exist'. Second EP 'Exist' was released on February 24th 2016 including five new songs and two tracks featuring guest guitar solos by Sithu Aye and Niklas Turunen (Assemble The Chariots).
Challenger Deep
Cyranoi Lyrics
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And you turn into grey
Repetitious life is your cage
You feel you can't run away
Everyday you walk the streets
And bow your head down
And ask yourself, "Why am I here?"
It's all hell for me, please help me
I need someone or I'm done
Am I just a ghost, can't no one hear me?
Am I irrelevant, is this really how it is?
This road we go is full of stones
So please just hold on
Take my word it's worth in the long run
This world will fuck you up
If you don't stand and fight for your life
Stand and fight for your life
I keep drowning and drowning, I can't breathe
With the last bit of strength, I reach my hand
I take a hold of what I have, I won't give it away
No no, not so easy, hey this time I'll stand
Be the light in your life
This hell will surely pass by
Just keep your eyes peeled, stay steady
When we fall, down we fall, take a grip and hold
These demons don't control your life
When we fall, down we fall, take a grip and hold
Find your light and don't let go
These tidal waves, your demons shattering
Your ship is constantly being hit by these
But remember this, whatever gets your way
Smooth seas don't make good sailors
When we fall, down we fall, take a grip and hold
These demons don't control your life
When we fall, down we fall, take a grip and hold
Find your light and don't let go
Don't let go, don't let go, never ever let go
These tidal waves, these tidal waves
You are stronger than them they won't wash you away
The lyrics of "Challenger Deep" by Cyranoi speak to the struggles of feeling trapped in a repetitive and monotonous life, where one feels like they cannot escape. The singer is asking for help, feeling unheard and irrelevant, and drowning in despair. However, the song encourages the listener to hold on and fight for their life, to find their inner strength and be the light in their own life. The imagery of rough seas and tidal waves symbolize the challenges and demons that can shatter one's life, but the message is clear - don't let go and find your way to overcome them.
Overall, "Challenger Deep" is a song of hope and empowerment. It acknowledges the pain and difficulty of life and encourages the listener to keep fighting, to not give up, and to find their way through the rough waters.
Line by Line Meaning
In the darkness you lay
You are lying in darkness
And you turn into grey
You feel dull and lifeless
Repetitious life is your cage
You feel trapped in the monotony of your everyday life
You feel you can't run away
You feel like you have no escape
Everyday you walk the streets
Every day you go outside
And bow your head down
You feel defeated and hopeless
And ask yourself, "Why am I here?"
You question the purpose of your existence
There's no reason to stay
You feel like there is no reason to keep going
It's all hell for me, please help me
You are in a state of despair and need assistance
I need someone or I'm done
You feel like you cannot make it on your own
Am I just a ghost, can't no one hear me?
You feel invisible and ignored
Am I irrelevant, is this really how it is?
You wonder if your existence has any significance
This road we go is full of stones
Life is difficult and full of obstacles
So please just hold on
Don't give up
Take my word it's worth in the long run
Trust that things will get better in the future
This world will fuck you up
The world can be cruel and hurtful
If you don't stand and fight for your life
If you don't take action to improve your situation
Stand and fight for your life
You must be resilient and determined
I keep drowning and drowning, I can't breathe
You feel overwhelmed and suffocated
With the last bit of strength, I reach my hand
You make a final effort to save yourself
I take a hold of what I have, I won't give it away
You refuse to let go of what you have left
No no, not so easy, hey this time I'll stand
You are determined to overcome your struggles
Be the light in your life
Find a source of positivity in your life
This hell will surely pass by
Believe that things will improve in the future
Just keep your eyes peeled, stay steady
Be alert and focused
When we fall, down we fall, take a grip and hold
When you feel defeated, hold on and don't give up
These demons don't control your life
Don't let your negative thoughts and emotions take over
Find your light and don't let go
Find positivity and hold onto it tightly
These tidal waves, your demons shattering
Your struggles and negative thoughts are overwhelming
Your ship is constantly being hit by these
You are constantly facing challenges and obstacles
But remember this, whatever gets your way
No matter what challenges you face
Smooth seas don't make good sailors
Overcoming challenges makes you stronger
Don't let go, don't let go, never ever let go
Don't give up
These tidal waves, these tidal waves
Your struggles and negative thoughts
You are stronger than them they won't wash you away
You are capable of overcoming your struggles
Contributed by Wyatt F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Brenden Coyle
IVE BEEN LOOKING FOR A SOUND LIKE THESE GUYS FOR WHAT SEEMS LIKE 15 PLUS YEARS.. ALL I CAN SAY IS "THANK YOU" PLEASE KEEP YOUR STYLE DONT CHANGE A BIT..
Erik Kangas
damn this is like one big beautiful melodic jam session with a side of tasty grooves.
Cyranoi
***** Thanks mate!
Felix Benavides
I found it. Every now and again I come back to this album
M P
This is so sick!! Best EP I've heard in a while. So many amazing influences I hear in this and you guys have such a solid unique sound. I love the instrumentals!! Vox are great too.. Only down side to this EP is the fact that its not longer.. SOOO fucking awesome!! \,,/ keep it up!!!
🔥🔥🔥✌✌✌👊👊👊🎶🎶🎵🎵🎤🎤🎸🎸
Cyranoi
+jamaica4lifes Oh my god.. thank you so much!! We are so stoked to release our second EP in early 2016, stay tuned!
N P
I still jam this album all the time aswell as exist. This one though! 2019 in Greece!
Matty M.
awesome mixture between metalcore and melodic death metal, this is very impressive! and the mix is really tasty \m/
Cyranoi
+Matty M Thank you so much! Just wait for our second EP, it's going to be even tastier in every aspect :)
Xiando
JESUS! EPIC !!! This band has good future!