Humble Ledger
Eidola Lyrics


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First we must prove we can work
That we are deserving of the penance and the sacred dirt
′Cause our constitution is buried in the soil
While our ambition seeks to ascertain and toil in the high

Do you really know what's real anymore?
Do you really know what′s real?
Then we must move
Invite ourselves as conduits
To congregate in lieu
Of all the disparity we hold in our hearts
And the unanswered questions that tear us apart

Do you really know what's real anymore?
Do you really know what's real?

I could show you everything I know
But I was told that honest art is dead
You could give me a bed when I′ve got nowhere to go
But you were told that good nature is all in your head

When will we lead ourselves to water
And drink our souls clean in the well?
When will we see our sins as fodder
Transcend the judgement and bid farewell?

When we are one
We will discern a meaning
When we are one




We are consecrated
We are consecrated

Overall Meaning

The song "Humble Ledger" by Eidola speaks about the struggle to prove oneself and the need to regard the world we live in with authenticity. In the first verse, the lyrics emphasize the importance of hard work and earning one's place in society. The line "our constitution is buried in the soil" could refer to the idea that an individual's identity and values are rooted in their environment and upbringing; however, it is easy to lose sight of this when trying to achieve one's aspirations in life. The following line, "while our ambition seeks to ascertain and toil in the high," highlights the difficulty of balancing these two competing forces. The lyrics are a reflection of the modern age, where individuals are constantly striving for success but can struggle to stay grounded in who they are.


The second verse discusses the importance of coming together as a community to address the issues that weigh heavy on our hearts. The lyrics mention "all the disparity we hold in our hearts" and "the unanswered questions that tear us apart," which suggest that there is an unspoken disconnect amongst people that can only be resolved through collective efforts. By doing so, the lyrics imply that we can rediscover what is real and what truly matters.


The chorus repeats the question "Do you really know what's real anymore?" before stating that "when we are one, we will discern a meaning." The message is clear - when we come together and see things as they are, we can find a sense of purpose and significance in our lives. Ultimately, the song is an appeal to stay true to oneself and to recognize the power of unity in finding meaning and direction in life.


Line by Line Meaning

First we must prove we can work
We need to work hard to prove ourselves worthy


That we are deserving of the penance and the sacred dirt
We need to show that we deserve to make amends and be purified


'Cause our constitution is buried in the soil
Our essence and values are deeply rooted in nature


While our ambition seeks to ascertain and toil in the high
While we strive for greatness and success


Do you really know what's real anymore?
Are you unsure of what is true and genuine?


Then we must move
We need to take action


Invite ourselves as conduits
We need to welcome and facilitate change


To congregate in lieu
To gather together and replace


Of all the disparity we hold in our hearts
To eliminate the division and conflict we feel within


And the unanswered questions that tear us apart
And the unresolved issues that cause rifts between us


I could show you everything I know
I am willing to share my knowledge with you


But I was told that honest art is dead
However, some believe that genuine expression is no longer valued


You could give me a bed when I've got nowhere to go
You could offer me refuge when I have nowhere else to turn


But you were told that good nature is all in your head
But some say that kindness and compassion are not practical or necessary


When will we lead ourselves to water
When will we take ourselves to the source of purity and wisdom?


And drink our souls clean in the well?
And cleanse our spirits and minds of impurities?


When will we see our sins as fodder
When will we view our mistakes and wrongs as fuel for change and growth?


Transcend the judgement and bid farewell?
Rise above criticism and move on?


When we are one
When we are united


We will discern a meaning
We will find purpose and understanding


We are consecrated
We are purified and sanctified


We are consecrated
We are purified and sanctified




Writer(s): Andrew Michael Wells, Brandon Daniel Bascom, James Lawrence Johnson, Matthew Eric Hansen, Matthew Stephen Dommer

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