Chemicals
Diary Of Dreams and Diorama Lyrics


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Lost in words of anticipation
Lost in words of revelations
23 and 5 resulting
Equally absorbed their sigh

And I need my chemicals
I need your chemicals
Are my dreams gone?
Are my words forgiven?
Are my deeds undone?
Am I now forgiven?

The walls of this chamber
were made to set you free
So soft, so clean
My friend, where have you been

I'm a revolutionary
A christian fairy tale
I'm a missionary
A visionary anarchist

I'm a full moon fever
I'm a non-believer




I have hope and I regret
I accept and I neglect

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Diary of Dreams's song, "Chemicals," seem to center on a sense of disorientation and confusion, as the singer questions the status of their dreams, words, and deeds. They also express a desire for the chemicals of another person, possibly as a means of coping with these feelings. The first stanza paints a picture of someone who is lost in their thoughts, with both anticipation and revelations overwhelming them. The numbers "23 and 5" are unclear in their significance, leaving the listener with a sense of ambiguity and uncertainty. The second stanza is a series of questions, further reflecting the singer's confusion and lack of clear direction. The final stanza seems to suggest that the singer sees themselves as a blend of contradictory elements - a revolutionary who is also a Christian fairytale, a missionary who is a visionary anarchist, and a non-believer who still holds onto hope and regret.


Overall, "Chemicals" is a song that captures a sense of internal turmoil and conflict, with disparate elements clashing against each other. The lyrics are striking in their use of paradox and the blending of seemingly incompatible ideologies and beliefs.


Line by Line Meaning

Lost in words of anticipation
I am feeling anxious and excited about something that is going to happen in the future.


Lost in words of revelations
I am consumed with thoughts and realizations about things that were previously unknown to me.


23 and 5 resulting
These numbers are significant to me and are causing something to happen or to have happened.


Equally absorbed their sigh
Two people are feeling the same way and expressing it through a shared sigh.


And I need my chemicals
I am dependent on something (possibly drugs or medication) to help me cope with my emotions or to feel a certain way.


I need your chemicals
I am reliant on someone else to provide me with what I need (possibly in a romantic or codependent relationship).


Are my dreams gone?
I am questioning whether my hopes and aspirations for the future are no longer possible or have been lost.


Are my words forgiven?
I am unsure whether what I have said in the past has been forgiven or forgotten by someone else.


Are my deeds undone?
I am questioning whether my actions in the past can be fixed or undone in some way.


Am I now forgiven?
I am wondering if I have been absolved of my wrongdoings or if someone has forgiven me.


The walls of this chamber were made to set you free
This space was created to provide a sense of liberation or escape from something.


So soft, so clean
The environment is pure and comforting or easy to be in.


My friend, where have you been
I am curious about where someone I care about has been or has disappeared to.


I'm a revolutionary
I am actively fighting for change and seeking to improve or overturn the status quo.


A christian fairy tale
I believe in a religious story or myth that others may view as fanciful or unrealistic.


I'm a missionary
I am attempting to spread a message or a belief system to others.


A visionary anarchist
I have a strong vision for the future that may involve the dismantling of existing systems or hierarchies.


I'm a full moon fever
I am experiencing intense and heightened emotions, possibly tied to the lunar cycle or a specific event.


I'm a non-believer
I do not subscribe to a particular belief system or ideology.


I have hope and I regret
I am able to have optimism for the future while also grappling with feelings of disappointment and remorse for the past.


I accept and I neglect
I acknowledge certain aspects of my life or behavior while also ignoring or neglecting others.




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Lew Breeze

2019: Diary of Dreams doing a brief and rare USA tour:
May 04, 2019 Boston, MA @Convergence 25

May 06, 2019 Tampa, FL @ The Orpheum

May 10, 2019 Denver, CO @ 3 Kings Tavern

May 11, 2019 Los Angeles, CA @ Catch One

May 12, 2019 San Diego, CA @ Music Box



Sanato Zen

Lost in words of anticipation
Lost in words of revelations
23 and 5 resulting
Equally absorbed their sigh

And I need my chemicals
I need your chemicals

Are my dreams gone?
Are my words forgiven?
Are my deeds undone?
Am I now forgiven?

The walls of this chamber
Were made to set you free
So soft, so clean
My friend, where have you been

And I need my chemicals
I need your chemicals

Are my dreams gone?
Are my words forgiven?
Are my deeds undone?
Am I now forgiven?

And I need my chemicals
I need your chemicals

I'm a revolutionary
A christian fairy tale
I'm a missionary
A visionary anarchist

I'm a full moon fever
I'm a non-believer
I have hope and I regret
I accept and I neglect

And I need my chemicals
I need your chemicals

Are my dreams gone?
Are my words forgiven?
Are my deeds undone?
Am I now forgiven?

And I need my chemicals
I need your chemicals

Are my dreams gone?
Are my words forgiven?
Are my deeds undone?
Am I now forgiven?

And I need my chemicals
I need your chemicals



All comments from YouTube:

Alexandre Pereira

One of their best tracks ever!

David Druxius

Me too 2020 Best Track ever !!

Curratum

Wow, I remember being moderately depressed and moody in my late teenage years, listening to this some 15 years ago. Still a kickass tune, though!

Tyrant Revolver

Bought this album way back when - and this is probably one of the greatest industrial or dark electronic songs ever created. Its quite brilliant.

The WhiteCat

Amazing song! I wish I could've found this band earlier!

Xentrifuge

One of our All-time favorites!✖️

Sarke2

My favorite Diary of Dreams track

Solid Snake

Are my dreams gone ? Are my words forgiven ? Are my deeds undone ? Am I now forgiven ?

jemaje2

Temazo

Sergio MIllan Gonzalez

I came to this song again after a long long time. I feel so sad now. I don't know why I thought in this track now... It just came to my mind because of the pain I feel inside, i guess...

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