The Curse
Disturbed Lyrics
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Just a time bomb ticking inside
No hope for the hopeless,
I can see the pieces all laid out in front of me
No point even asking why
Couldn't help even if you tried
Step aside or you might just be the next contestant
Devastation, Obliteration
Are all to the point of Exacerbation
There's no explaining my situation now,
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
Too dark for forgiveness, I
Can't seem to do anything right
When I try to rebuild I see my humble shelter
Just fall to the ground again
Object to the evil eye
No point to let anyone try
Take heed my friend lest you be torn asunder
Like all that's become of me
Decimation, Disintegration
Now beyond the point of imagination,
There's no explaining my situation now
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
I've held on too long just to let it go now, (Will my inner strength)
Will my inner strength get me through it some how (Defying the curse)
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
The lyrics to "The Curse" depict a person who is on the brink of self-destruction. They feel marked for demolition and like a time bomb ticking inside. They see no hope for themselves and can see the pieces of their life laid out in front of them. They have been cursed, and this has led to their devastation and obliteration, to the point where there's no explaining their situation. Despite this, they refuse to let go and are determined never to be overcome.
The theme of the song is undoubtedly one of resilience and determination in the face of adversity. The singer is facing an almost insurmountable challenge, but they are determined not to give up or let the curse defeat them. The lyrics advise added a warning to those who might question why this is happening to the singer. It suggests that some things cannot be explained, and sometimes it's better to accept something rather than try to understand it.
Interesting facts about "The Curse" include that it is the fourth single from Disturbed's fourth studio album "Asylum." The song is also the shortest track on the album, with a runtime of just over four minutes. The song's genesis came from lead vocalist David Draiman, who was going through a difficult time in his life when writing the album. The music video for the song features footage of live performances of the song, giving it a raw feel that complements the song's power. The album debuted at number-one on the Billboard 200 chart, and the band toured the world supporting the album, including playing at the 2011 Download Festival in the UK.
Chords:
Verse: B5 - C#5 - D#5
Chorus: B5 - D#5 - C#5 - D#5
Line by Line Meaning
Marked for demolition, I'm
I am destined for destruction and ruin.
Just a time bomb ticking inside
I am full of internal turmoil and anxiety that will eventually explode.
No hope for the hopeless,
I am in a hopeless state with no recourse for improvement.
I can see the pieces all laid out in front of me
I am fully aware of the impending disaster that awaits me.
No point even asking why
There is no use in trying to understand or reason with my current situation.
Couldn't help even if you tried
No one can help me escape from this fate, no matter how much they try.
Step aside or you might just be the next contestant
If you get too close to me, you may become a victim of the destruction that follows me.
To feel the Brutality!
You will experience the full force of the destruction that follows me.
Devastation, Obliteration
Complete destruction and annihilation.
Are all to the point of Exacerbation
My situation has reached the point of extreme aggravation.
There's no explaining my situation now,
My situation is inexplicable and beyond comprehension.
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I am frustrated and cannot understand why I am plagued with such misfortune.
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
I have fought for too long to give up now.
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
I am relying on my own inner strength to pull through this difficult time.
Defying the curse that has taken hold
I am rebelling against the fate that has been imposed upon me.
Never surrender,
I will never give up or accept defeat.
I'll never be overcome!
I will emerge victorious and not be defeated by my situation.
Too dark for forgiveness, I
My actions have taken me to a point where forgiveness is impossible.
Can't seem to do anything right
I cannot seem to make any progress or achieve any successes.
When I try to rebuild I see my humble shelter
Every attempt I make to rebuild is shattered by further disaster.
Just fall to the ground again
My efforts are always in vain and result in failure.
Object to the evil eye
I am rebelling against the curse and any ill-will directed towards me.
No point to let anyone try
I do not want anyone to try and save me because it is a lost cause.
Take heed my friend lest you be torn asunder
Beware, my fate may also befall you if you get too close to me.
Like all that's become of me
I have become a victim of the curse and am now in a state of destruction.
Decimation, Disintegration
Complete ruin and disintegration.
Now beyond the point of imagination,
My situation has surpassed the point of what people can comprehend or imagine.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAN DONEGAN, DAVID DRAIMAN, MICHAEL WENGREN, MIKE WENGREN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@paidian40
Marked for demolition, I'm
Just a time bomb ticking inside
No hope for the hopeless,
I can see the pieces all laid out in front of me
No point even asking why
Couldn't help even if you tried
Step aside or you might just be the next contestant
To feel the Brutality!
Devastation, Obliteration
Are all to the point of Exacerbation
There's no explaining my situation now,
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
Too dark for forgiveness, I
Can't seem to do anything right
When I try to rebuild I see my humble shelter
Just fall to the ground again
Object to the evil eye
No point to let anyone try
Take heed my friend lest you be torn asunder
Like all that's become of me
Decimation, Disintegration
Now beyond the point of imagination,
There's no explaining my situation now
Why does this shit keep happening to me?
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
I've held on too long just to let it go now,
Will my inner strength get me through it some how
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
I've held on too long just to let it go now, (Will my inner strength)
Will my inner strength get me through it some how (Defying the curse)
Defying the curse that has taken hold
Never surrender,
I'll never be overcome!
@alternativerockemo6783
imagine not experiencing "Decadence", "Dehumanized" and "Pain Redifined" as a kid from Need For Speed Underground game series in the early 2000's
imagine not discovering "Stricken" and "Sons of Plunder" as a heavy as fuck Nu-Metal banger for the first time when the Nu-Metal scene was still hyped around 2000's
Imagine not discovering "Voices" and "Deify" music videos on Youtube in 2009 when Youtube was still very new and interesting on the internet
imagine not looking actively for more Disturbed songs after getting excited, discovering and enjoying "Prayer", "Liberate", "Believe", "Rise", "Breathe", "Bound", "Devour", "Mistress", "Darkness" of the Album Believe.
imagine not disovering "Land of Confusion" and "Guarded" from the album Ten Thousand Fists when it just came out in 2005
Imagine not discovering the song "Indestructible" when it came out in 2008 and binge playing it over and over
Welp everyone has their own different experience how they got introduced to Disturbed but in the end we all came to enjoy this band
@masonthompsen9209
Favorite workout song. Been battling obesity for nearly 3 years now.
@sirroderic4794
Best of luck brother
@masonthompsen9209
Quick update: I've lost 20 pounds since this posting. Feeling a lot better and finally found cardio that works for me. For some reason the elliptical will raise my heart rate to the proper numbers without making me feel like I can't breath, so that's been working for me!
@sirroderic4794
@@masonthompsen9209 great to hear, I've also been losing some weight the past few months, mostly form barely eating anything
@ryanshelton4636
I think everybody was obese till Disturbed came out with the flames😎
@markbroderickmatthew
Damn thought this was only my workout song😂
@emanuelaracic2608
Damn. Every track off Indestructible is straight up banger.
@kfire2567
Except Enough, Torn, Haunted, and Deceiver to a lesser extent. Everything else is great.
@BeastMode-4422
@Sue Hnin same
@NATEDOG
@@kfire2567 haunted is the only song of theirs i REALLY don’t like