Dark Illumination, founded in 1991, is the latest in an astounding new wave… Read Full Bio ↴Dark Illumination, founded in 1991, is the latest in an astounding new wave of German electronic acts, loosely grouped in a category often referred to as "intelligent body music" - a mixture of percolating rhythms, uplifting dance beats, and industrially dark noises; comparable to the works of Forma Tadre, Haujobb, and Clock DVA. Additionally, Dark Illumination's lyrics convey a strong sense of social conscience. Even the band's debut CD encourages society to Realize the Error, acknowledging the mistakes we have made, and the effects those mistakes have on others (for example, the unemployment caused by the unanticipated growth of modern technology).

The main force behind Dark Illumination is vocalist Daniel Gamradt, whose programming prowess is mightily augmented by the keyboard and electronic wizardry of Thomas Kruger. The band was discovered by Zoth Ommog together with the help of the industrial music mag, Surface Magazine.

Realize the Error was the duo's startling debut, becoming a huge success in all of the electronic and industrial clubs in Europe.

Another Mystery
Dark Illumination Lyrics

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We don’t know where we come from
we know that our time will come
this beauty and this grace of space
shall life be full of useless days
where will we go
where will we be
where do we come from
and how can I feel that we’ll never know

and we’ll never see the eternal mystery.

This is another misery and another mystery
this is another theory and another tragedy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dark Illumination's song Another Mystery delve into the existential questions of life and death. The singer expresses the uncertainty that comes with not knowing where we come from, where we are going, and what happens after we die. The use of the words "misery" and "tragedy" conveys the frustration and sadness that comes with this lack of knowledge. The idea that life may be full of "useless days" suggests a sense of nihilism that comes with not having a clear purpose or understanding of our existence.

The repetition of the phrase "another mystery" emphasizes the idea that this is not a new concept, but rather an ongoing theme throughout human history. The use of the word "eternal" implies that this mystery will never truly be solved or understood. The question of how to cope with this uncertainty is left unanswered, leaving the listener to contemplate their own beliefs and mindset towards the unknown.

Line by Line Meaning

We don’t know where we come from
Our origin remains a mystery to us.

we know that our time will come
We are aware that we will die at some point.

this beauty and this grace of space
The majesty and elegance of the cosmos.

shall life be full of useless days
Is our existence just a series of pointless moments?

where will we go
What happens after death?

where will we be
What is our ultimate destination?

where do we come from
What is the source of our being?

and how can I feel that we’ll never know
Our inability to comprehend the mysteries of the universe leaves us with a sense of hopelessness.

and we’ll never see the eternal mystery.
Some questions will remain unanswered forever.

This is another misery and another mystery
The human condition is one of constant confusion and uncertainty.

this is another theory and another tragedy
Attempts to explain our existence are often met with disappointment.