1) Eldritch are an Ita… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists with the name Eldritch:
1) Eldritch are an Italian progressive metal band who have been around since the early/mid 1990's. Their sound could be described as a blend of new metal with the technique and dynamics of the old-skool disciplines.
Having started out with a predominantly progressive sound - their 1998 "El Nino" release is considered essential listening to any rock/metal fan.
Not one to repeat themselves, their sound is fresh and evolves with each new release within the metal context, losing none of the heaviness.
2) Eldritch are a Japanese thrash metal band who have been around since the late 80's. They released their sole full-lenght album entitled "Blood Breed Calls My Name" in 1993.
The Deaf And The Blind
Eldritch Lyrics
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Can'trun away from the fire
Besieged and bolted it can't be life
And you wait for the twilight coming on...
Victims of hate whose aim can't be found
CHORUS
Can anybody stop these fights
We play the deaf and the blind
Torture and slaughters on TV screens
Use the remote everything's allright
Peace keeping countries can't change things
How can they be so blind not to see...
They're killing their race, brothers will die
Their god will follow in silence from the sky
CHORUS
Can anybody stop these fights
We play the deaf and the blind
Does anybody hear children crying
We play the deaf and the blind
They're killing their race, brothers will die
Their god will follow in silence from the sky
CHORUS
Can anybody stop these fights
We play the deaf and the blind
Does anybody hear children crying
We play the deaf and the blind
The song "The Deaf And The Blind" by Eldritch is a political commentary on the state of humanity, particularly in times of war and violence. The opening lines, "Can't move a step you'll get outta bounds, can't run away from the fire," suggest a feeling of being trapped and powerless. The following lines, "Besieged and bolted it can't be life, and you wait for the twilight coming on," convey a sense of hopelessness and waiting for something to change.
The chorus of the song, with its repeated line of "We play the deaf and the blind," highlights the idea that society as a whole is turning a blind eye and deaf ear to the atrocities happening around us. The use of the word "play" suggests that this is a deliberate choice made by people, rather than a lack of awareness or knowledge. The second verse takes this idea further, pointing out that even when we are confronted with the horrors of war and violence through media, we use the "remote" to distance ourselves and pretend that everything is alright.
The final lines of the song, "Does anybody hear children crying, we play the deaf and the blind," serve as a haunting reminder that it is often innocent civilians who suffer the most in times of war, and that our collective apathy only contributes to their suffering.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't move a step you'll get outta bounds
If you try to take action, you risk going beyond what is socially acceptable.
Can't run away from the fire
You can't escape from the problems that threaten to destroy you.
Besieged and bolted it can't be life
Being stuck and trapped is not really living.
And you wait for the twilight coming on...
As darkness approaches, you feel helpless and uncertain about what the future holds.
Struck bodies that lay down on the ground
The casualties have already fallen, and it's too late to save them.
Victims of hate whose aim can't be found
People have been harmed by an unknown perpetrator, and the reasons are unclear.
Can anybody stop these fights
Is there anyone who can put an end to the conflict and bring peace?
We play the deaf and the blind
By remaining ignorant and indifferent to the suffering of others, we are guilty of perpetuating the violence.
Torture and slaughters on TV screens
The violence and suffering is all around us, and it's even used as entertainment.
Use the remote everything's all right
Even though we see these horrifying images, we can simply change the channel and pretend it doesn't exist.
Peace keeping countries can't change things
Even organizations meant to bring peace and security are powerless to stop the fighting.
How can they be so blind not to see...
It's bewildering how the people who could make a difference fail to take action or acknowledge the problem.
They're killing their race, brothers will die
By continuing the violence, people are not just hurting strangers, but their own kind and even family members.
Their god will follow in silence from the sky
People who believe in a higher power will be abandoned by it and left to suffer the consequences of their actions.
Does anybody hear children crying
Can anyone feel compassion for the most vulnerable victims of the conflict?
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