Deals Death is a Melodic Death Metal band from Sweden.

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Deals Death was created in 2008 in Borlänge, Sweden. The debut album "Internal Demons" (with a guest solo from Alexander Kouppala EX-CHILDREN OF BODOM) was recorded at Boomtown studios and mixed by Peter Tägtgren. Back then, members from SABATON were part of the lineup. They played alot of shows including one with the symphony orchestra of Dalarna. After some time Deals Death found new blood in Gothenburg and have had its base there for over 2 years now. The second album "ELITE" was recorded in May 2010 and has still not gotten an official releasedate. ELITE is mixed and mastered by the guitarrist of SCAR SYMMETRY, Jonas Kjellgren.

Illumination
Deals Death Lyrics

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I reach for the strength
In my damaged soul
Weakened by the values
Set by us all
Life was nothing worth
Without the fix
Fill me up
Or leave me to die

[Chorus:]
Insomnia takes its toll
Don't let me fade anymore

My existence is shaken
To the very core
Altered I stand
With all the answers gone
Your reaction is my illumination
To find serenity

[Chorus:]
Insomnia takes its toll
Don't let me fade anymore

[Solo]

Your reaction is my illumination
I'll find serenity

[Chorus:]
Insomnia takes its toll
Don't let me fade anymore

[Chorus:]
Insomnia takes its toll

Don't let me fade anymore
Don't let me fade anymore

Overall Meaning

The song "Illumination" by Deals Death is a solemn reflection on the state of the singer's soul. The lyrics speak of a person whose strength has been sapped by the pressures of society and whose life has lost its meaning. The singer pleads for something to fill the void or let them die. The chorus brings up the toll insomnia is taking on their body and the desperation to not fade away any further.

The second verse expands upon the idea that the singer's existence has been deeply shaken, and they now stand altered without any answers. However, the chorus shifts the focus to the reaction of others, and how that can aid in the quest for serenity. The solo emphasizes the heavy emotions and turmoil of the singer's mind.

Through the use of metaphors and repetition, "Illumination" creates a sense of despair and struggle with mental health. The longing for someone to help or for an answer is palpable throughout the song, making it a powerful and emotional piece.

Line by Line Meaning

I reach for the strength
I am searching for inner strength

In my damaged soul
My soul is damaged and in need of healing

Weakened by the values
The societal values have weakened me

Set by us all
These values are set by all of us

Life was nothing worth
Life had no value

Without the fix
Without a solution or a way to cope

Fill me up
Provide me with what I need

Or leave me to die
Without that, I feel like I might as well die

[Chorus:]

Insomnia takes its toll
Insomnia is affecting me mentally and physically

Don't let me fade anymore
Don't let me slip away or lose myself further