Chuck Schaaf - Guitar, Vocals
Alan Short - Guitar
Jay Minish - Guitar
Reid Raley - Bass, Vocals
Phillip Schaaf - Drums, Vocals
Illuminate the Decay
Deadbird Lyrics
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underneath the stars
the soul swims
from these cosmic shores
light the path
within the mind
to illuminate
to release ourselves
fall from the cradle of comfort
binding
bleed into the river
giving back what's taken
storm within shapes
our dreams
our soul
this tomb
we live in
takes our breath
and steals our hope
walk down twisted path
with no way back
this time
must push forth
following the moon
seeking truth
from the ancient secret source
buried deep inside our blood.
The opening lines of Deadbird's song Illuminate the Decay speak to the idea of finding solace and escape from the mundane through the beauty and vastness of the cosmos. As one gazes up at the stars in the night sky, they are transported away from the confines of their earthly existence and into a realm where the soul can freely roam. The chorus's line "light the path within the mind to illuminate" suggests that through this experience, one can gain a new perspective and shed light on the darkness that often lingers within. This could refer to personal struggles or societal issues, but either way, the idea is that through this cosmic journey, one can gain clarity and release themselves from the constraints of time and space.
The second verse delves further into the idea of breaking free from comfort and embracing the struggle that comes with confronting one's demons. The line "bleed into the river, giving back what's taken" could suggest the idea of sacrificing oneself to something greater or acknowledging the pain and suffering that must be endured as part of the process. The imagery of a storm shaping our dreams and our soul suggests that the struggle is necessary to forge something stronger and more resilient within us. Ultimately, the song encourages the listener to press onward, even when faced with uncertainty or difficulty, in search of a deeper truth buried within.
Overall, Illuminate the Decay is a song about growth, transformation, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world.
Line by Line Meaning
lay back
Position yourself comfortably and relax
underneath the stars
Gaze up into the night sky and take in the beauty of the stars
the soul swims
The essence of our being flows and moves
from these cosmic shores
From the infinite mysteries and wonders of the universe
light the path
Create illumination for the way forward
within the mind
Within our consciousness and cognitive abilities
to illuminate
To bring light and insight to the darkness
to release ourselves
To let go of constraints and limitations
from time
From the linear construct of time as we understand it
fall from the cradle of comfort
Leave behind the ease of familiarity
binding
Restrictive and confining
bleed into the river
Merge and connect with the flowing current of life
giving back what's taken
Returning what was previously received
storm within shapes
The tempestuous emotions and thoughts within mold and influence
our dreams
Aspirations and desires
our soul
The very core of our being
this tomb
Our physical vessel and mortal existence
we live in
That we inhabit for a finite period of time
takes our breath
The burden and weight of existence can be suffocating
and steals our hope
Zaps our optimism and faith in what could be
walk down twisted path
Journey upon a challenging and nonlinear road
with no way back
No option for retreat or reversal
this time
In this moment, in this life
must push forth
Must forge ahead, despite difficulty and hardship
following the moon
Guided by cosmic forces and intuition
seeking truth
Pursuing understanding and authenticity
from the ancient secret source
From a profound and mysterious origin rooted in history
buried deep inside our blood.
Embedded within our very genetic makeup and ancestry.
Contributed by Reagan I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
B Hibz
How did I miss this release?? Twilight Ritual was awesome!