Their music can be classified as Crossover Prog (or Art Rock) according to the ProgArchives gurus and has been found to be close to a female fronted Porcupine Tree. It has received considerable attention from its release, with notable reviews from Ravenheart Music, Strutter'zine, Music Street Journal, and is also "album of the month" at newears.org. These reviews compare Delusion Squared's music to Porcupine Tree but also to Anathema, Pineapple Thief, Ayreon, and Phideaux.
Faith Mission
Delusion Squared Lyrics
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The nightmares are gone
I′m feeling at peace within
Outside is a lake, black waters surrounding
Our ark as a nest
We're quietly preparing
Following
The innate orders
If you want peace, prepare for war
If you want peace, prepare for war
If you want peace, prepare for war
If you want peace, prepare for war
Like many children encased in a womb
We are getting stronger, devices of doom
A cog in the machine, forgetful of odds
(But why am I feeling like I′m a betrayer?)
A hammer of fate in the hands of the gods
(But why the revulsion, the mysterious fear?)
Becoming
Relentless soldiers
The lyrics to Delusion Squared's song Faith Mission suggest a message about the duality of war and peace, and the inner conflict that comes with being part of a system that demands sacrifice for a higher purpose. The opening lines, "We are all the same, soldiers or pilgrims, the nightmares are gone, I'm feeling at peace within" suggest a sense of unity and inner peace. However, the surrounding black waters and the fact that they are preparing for something implies there is still a looming threat.
The use of the phrase "If you want peace, prepare for war" emphasizes the idea of a necessary sacrifice or preparation for the sake of a larger goal. However, the following lines suggest a sense of confusion and betrayal. The lines "A cog in the machine, forgetful of odds, (But why am I feeling like I'm a betrayer?) A hammer of fate in the hands of the gods (But why the revulsion, the mysterious fear?)" indicate an inner conflict that comes with being part of a larger system of war and sacrifice. The final line, "Becoming relentless soldiers" implies a sense of duty and commitment despite this conflict.
Overall, the lyrics of Faith Mission explores the tensions between the promise of peace and the reality of war, as well as the internal demons that come with being part of a larger system with complex goals and methods.
Line by Line Meaning
We are all the same, soldiers or pilgrims
We're all on this journey together, no matter our background or purpose.
The nightmares are gone
After facing our fears, we're now free from the things that once held us back.
I′m feeling at peace within
We have found inner peace, despite the chaos that surrounds us.
Outside is a lake, black waters surrounding
The world can be dark and scary, but we have a safe haven.
Our ark as a nest
We have created a home, a place of safety and comfort.
We're quietly preparing
We're working hard in silence, doing what needs to be done.
Following
We're listening to our instincts and doing what feels right.
The innate orders
Our natural instincts and intuition are guiding us.
If you want peace, prepare for war
Sometimes we need to fight for what we believe in, in order to find peace.
If you want peace, prepare for war
We must be ready for whatever challenges come our way, in order to maintain peace.
If you want peace, prepare for war
We cannot be complacent if we want to achieve lasting peace.
If you want peace, prepare for war
We can't ignore the possibility of conflict if we truly want to create a peaceful world.
Like many children encased in a womb
We're still developing, growing stronger despite being in a challenging environment.
We are getting stronger, devices of doom
Our struggles are making us stronger, arming us with the tools to overcome adversity.
A cog in the machine, forgetful of odds
Sometimes it's easy to forget that we're a part of something bigger, and lose sight of our individual goals and aspirations.
(But why am I feeling like I′m a betrayer?)
Despite our progress, we may still have doubts or feel like we're betraying something or someone by pursuing our own happiness and success.
A hammer of fate in the hands of the gods
Our destiny may not always be in our own hands, but we still have a role to play in shaping it.
(But why the revulsion, the mysterious fear?)
Even when we're doing what we know is right, we may still feel afraid or uncertain about the future.
Becoming
We're evolving and growing, becoming something greater than we thought possible.
Relentless soldiers
We're determined to keep moving forward, no matter what obstacles may come our way.
Writer(s): francois toutain
Contributed by Andrew N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.