The Light
Disturbed [2015 - Immortalized] Lyrics


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Like an unsung melody
The truth is waiting there for you to find it
It's not a blight, but a remedy
A clear reminder of how it began
Deep inside your memory
Turned away as you struggled to find it
You heard the call as you walked away
A voice of calm from within the silence
And for what seemed an eternity
You're waiting, hoping it would call out again
You heard the shadow reckoning
Then your fears seemed to keep you blinded
You held your guard as you walked away

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light

An unforgivable tragedy
The answer isn't' where you think you'd find it
Prepare yourself for the reckoning
For when your world seems to crumble again
Don't be afraid, don't turn away
You’re the one who can redefine it
Don't let hope become a memory
Let the shadow permeate your mind and
Reveal the thoughts that were tucked away
So that the door can be opened again
Within your darkest memories
Lies the answer if you dare to find it
Don't let hope become a memory

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light

Sickening, weakening
Don't let another somber pariah consume your soul
You need strengthening, toughening
It takes an inner dark to rekindle the fire burning in you
Ignite the fire within you

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light

Don't ignore, listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again




Sometimes darkness
Can show you the light

Overall Meaning

In "The Light," Disturbed uses powerful language and vivid imagery to convey a message of hope and perseverance. The song suggests that, even in the darkest of times, there is always a glimmer of light to be found. The opening lines, "Like an unsung melody, the truth is waiting there for you to find it," set the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics encourage listeners to keep searching for answers and not to give up in the face of adversity.


The song is highly introspective, exploring the idea that our darkest memories may hold the key to overcoming our challenges. The line, "Within your darkest memories lies the answer if you dare to find it," invites listeners to confront their fears and embrace their pain as a way to move forward.


Throughout "The Light," Disturbed uses repetition to reinforce its message of hope. The chorus, which repeats the line "When you think all is forsaken, listen to me now," is a powerful reminder that even in the bleakest moments, there is always a way to find the light.


Overall, "The Light" is an inspiring song that encourages listeners to face their fears and hold onto hope, no matter what life throws their way.


Line by Line Meaning

Like an unsung melody
Similar to a tune that hasn't been sung, there is a truth that is waiting to be discovered.


The truth is waiting there for you to find it
There is a truth that is yet undiscovered, but it's waiting to be found by you.


It's not a blight, but a remedy
This truth is not a curse, but a cure that can heal you.


A clear reminder of how it began
The truth is a vivid memory of how everything started.


Deep inside your memory
The truth is something that lies within your subconscious mind.


Turned away as you struggled to find it
Even though you were bewildered, you disregarded this truth and kept searching.


You heard the call as you walked away
As you were walking away, you heard a voice calling you back towards the truth.


A voice of calm from within the silence
The voice that spoke to you in your silence was gentle and soothing.


And for what seemed an eternity
It felt like an endless wait to hear that voice again.


You're waiting, hoping it would call out again
You were waiting and yearning for that call to happen again.


You heard the shadow reckoning
You became conscious of your sins and shortcomings.


Then your fears seemed to keep you blinded
You were afraid and your fears prevented you from seeing the truth.


You held your guard as you walked away
You protected yourself and walked away from the truth.


An unforgivable tragedy
A traumatic event occurred that cannot be forgotten or forgiven.


The answer isn't where you think you'd find it
The solution is not where you expect to find it.


Prepare yourself for the reckoning
Psych yourself up to face the consequences that come with finding the truth.


For when your world seems to crumble again
When everything around you starts to fall apart once again.


Don't be afraid, don't turn away
Do not fear the truth or turn your back on it.


You’re the one who can redefine it
You have the ability to redefine the truth and make it work for you.


Let the shadow permeate your mind and
Allow the consequence of accepting the truth to influence your thoughts.


Reveal the thoughts that were tucked away
Bring to light the hidden thoughts you had kept buried for so long.


So that the door can be opened again
This will give you the chance to return and accept the truth.


Within your darkest memories
Buried deep within your past are the memories you would rather forget.


Lies the answer if you dare to find it
The truth is buried deep in your memories, waiting for you to have the courage to uncover it.


Sickening, weakening
Feeling disgusted and weakened by the situation.


Don't let another somber pariah consume your soul
Do not allow someone who is always gloomy to infect your spirit.


You need strengthening, toughening
You need to be strong and resilient enough to handle what is coming.


It takes an inner dark to rekindle the fire burning in you
Sometimes it takes embracing your shadows and flaws to reignite the passion in you.


Ignite the fire within you
Find that spark of light within your soul and let it glow.


Don't ignore, listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
Do not disregard this message, heed what I am saying (all hope is not lost).


You need never feel broken again
You do not have to be shattered to pieces again.


Sometimes darkness can show you the light
From time to time, difficult situations can reveal what has been hidden from you.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CADIUM MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: DAN DONEGAN, DAVID DRAIMAN, KEVIN CHURKO, MIKE WENGREN

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@Armcandy19

I don't discuss my feelings or past with my family because they don't understand my struggles.

I was homeless for 2years, and I lost custody of my Three older children due to issues with an ex.

It wasn't until December 2018 that I met my now wife, this song makes so much sense.
If it wasn't for all the pain and suffering I had to endure I would not be here now, no matter what took place in the past.

Disturbed have a way of touching peoples hearts with their lyrics, not just because they're a good band. I believe it's more because David and the rest are speaking/singing/writing from their own experiences.
Not many people are willing to step up especially men and say "I need help, I am struggling" It doesn't make you WEAK, it doesn't make you any LESS of a man to need someone.

This song and "A reason to fight" are amazing.. The Awareness you have all raised in regards to addiction/suicide/drepression/ptsd is outstanding.

Much love to you all,

Never give up
x



@jaguarxfr123

Lyrics
Like an unsung melody
The truth is waiting there for you to find it
It's not a blight, but a remedy
A clear reminder of how it began
Deep inside your memory
Turned away as you struggled to find it
You heard the call as you walked away
A voice of calm from within the silence
And for what seemed an eternity
You're waiting, hoping it would call out again
You heard the shadow reckoning
Then your fears seemed to keep you blinded
You held your guard as you walked away

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light

An unforgivable tragedy
The answer isn't' where you think you'd find it
Prepare yourself for the reckoning
For when your world seems to crumble again
Don't be afraid, don't turn away
You’re the one who can redefine it
Don't let hope become a memory
Let the shadow permeate your mind and
Reveal the thoughts that were tucked away
So that the door can be opened again
Within your darkest memories
Lies the answer if you dare to find it
Don't let hope become a memory

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light

Sickening, weakening
Don't let another somber pariah consume your soul
You need strengthening, toughening
It takes an inner dark to rekindle the fire burning in you
Ignite the fire within you

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light

Don't ignore, listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness
Can show you the light



@JC-bg6mq

LYRICS

Like an unsung melody
The truth is waiting there for you to find it
It's not a blight, but a remedy
A clear reminder of how it began
Deep inside your memory
Turned away as you struggled to find it
You heard the call as you walked away
A voice of calm from within the silence
And for what seemed an eternity
You're waiting, hoping it would call out again
You heard the shadow reckoning
Then your fears seemed to keep you blinded
You held your guard as you walked away

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light

An unforgivable tragedy
The answer isn't' where you think you'd find it
Prepare yourself for the reckoning
For when your world seems to crumble again
Don't be afraid, don't turn away
You’re the one who can redefine it
Don't let hope become a memory
Let the shadow permeate your mind and
Reveal the thoughts that were tucked away
So that the door can be opened again
Within your darkest memories
Lies the answer if you dare to find it
Don't let hope become a memory

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light, beautiful

Sickening, weakening
Don't let another somber pariah consume your soul
You need strengthening, toughening
It takes an inner dark to rekindle the fire burning in you
Ignite the fire within you

When you think all is forsaken
Listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness can show you the light

Don't ignore, listen to me now (all is not forsaken)
You need never feel broken again
Sometimes darkness
Can show you the light



@Furzkampfbomber

Congratulations. I don't know your backstory, but you have just proven to be stronger than most people.

And I know what I am talking about, having lost years of my life to depression, having to see all my dreams shutter and to face the reality that everything I wanted to achieve in life when I was young turned sour.

But fuck it. Let people laugh. Let them judge. Because you know what? We came back from a very bad and incredibly dark place. A place where many people would not come back from.

So the plans you had crumbled? Your life comes apart on the seams? Hell yeah, I know exactly how scary that it and how much it hurts. But please, always, always remember two things...

Suicide is a very permanent solution for a temporary problem.

And by not doing it, you already have shown that you are much stronger than all those people who are so proud of their supposedly successful lifes. Fuck them.



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@dramaends

Whether you wear your scars on your skin or on your soul, wear them with pride. They are not marks of what has been destroyed but reminders of what you have survived. Each line is a victory over what could have destroyed you, yet you won.

@commiedeer

Words to live by.

@schoermy1936

so goddamn right!!

@adamhewitt8949

dramaends never a truer word spoken

@notmagicok7612

wow... Great quote you should be a philosipher (im not being sarcastic)

@psychokiller8844

+dramaends but what if i cut myself?

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