Chris Balay - Vocals
Julian Rodriguez - Guitar
Brian McGraw - Bass
Ben Kazenoff - Drums
2. Sludge/crust band from Portland, Oregon. (Changed name to Bastard Feast in 2013)
Square and Compass
Elitist Lyrics
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My eyes adjust to the sequence
Everything and everyone around me has been restored
I can finally see what's beyond the surface
Patterns and numbers laid in front of me
I now define them
I walk, i walk to the place where i found
Serenity and true divinity in my soul
In this world it's patterns that take control
Patterns and numbers laid in front of me
I now define them
Patterns and numbers laid in front of me
I now define them
In this world it's patterns that take control
In this world it's patterns that take control
Hold on this world is changing
Can i hold on
There's nothing left for me
Hold on this world is changing
Can i hold on there's nothing left for me
Through the unknown
I pave the way to what will be come
Through the unknown i pave the way to what will become
There's nothing left for me
The lyrics in Elitist's song Square and Compass seem to be about a personal awakening and realization of the patterns and control in the world. The singer describes their eyes adjusting to a sequence and being able to see beyond the surface, where they discover patterns and numbers that they can now define. They walk to a place where they found "Serenity and true divinity in my soul," suggesting that this awakening has brought a sense of inner peace and understanding.
The singer then mentions talking to scholars who have shaped the world and the importance of patterns in this control. This idea of patterns and control is repeated throughout, with the singer asserting that "In this world it's patterns that take control." However, the song ends on a somewhat ambiguous note, with the repeated phrase "Hold on this world is changing" and the assertion that "There's nothing left for me." This could suggest a sense of uncertainty about the future or a feeling of detachment from the world now that the singer has this newfound understanding.
Overall, the lyrics to Square and Compass seem to be about personal growth and awakening, with a focus on the patterns and control in the world. The ending leaves the listener with a sense of uncertainty, but the journey described throughout the song suggests that this person has found a certain peace in their newfound understanding.
Line by Line Meaning
Awake
I am now alert and conscious
My eyes adjust to the sequence
My vision adapts to the pattern, order or sequence of things around me
Everything and everyone around me has been restored
My surroundings are now repaired and rejuvenated
I can finally see what's beyond the surface
I am currently able to comprehend the underlying or deeper meaning of things
Patterns and numbers laid in front of me
There are several recurring patterns and numerical figures ahead of me
I now define them
I am now able to make sense of these patterns and numbers
I walk, i walk to the place where i found
Serenity and true divinity in my soul
I am walking towards the location where I once found peace and transcendence
I talk, i talk with scholars who shaped
In this world it's patterns that take control
I converse with the intellectuals who have influenced our world and come to understand how patterns dictate the course of our existence
Hold on this world is changing
Can i hold on
There's nothing left for me
I am apprehensive about the changes happening in the world and feel that I have nothing to hold on to
Through the unknown
I pave the way to what will be come
Through the unknown i pave the way to what become
Despite the uncertainty of what lies ahead, I am forging a path towards what the future holds
There's nothing left for me
I have reached a point where I feel like there's nothing left for me in this current state of affairs
Contributed by Zoe S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
holyshiet787
i love the whole song but the part @ 2:17~2:44 is just...i don't know...to say amazing,it's not enough its just beautiful :)
Sokolovich
holyshiet787 i love that part too!
Ryan Riddle
Nope, I did too, and AILD is my favorite band. This album is epic.
Darrell Cosey
Acute state of consciousnes,,720degrees of knowledge...Keeping a steady eye on things never missing a beat...This song is pure royalty(i love it)
virusofthedeath
You did a fucking good job pal, we support ya. :)
BlueDragonscale
this song makes me wanna smoke a joint and run in the blinding sunlight
xeyon
best song hands down
Stan Smith
great album indeed but i'm expecting more Guthrie Govan-ish guitar solo like what Julian did on Odeon and his album preview of Polarity
mentalparasite666
i dont see how anyone rips on any of Elitist's material. The usual complaint i hear is that they sound like mediocre metalcore which isn't true at all. Elitist are on the top of their game. They havn't taken a single misstep
BANGOUT
this is way better than AILD's album in my opinion. I mean yeah AILD is awesome but their new album just didn't capture my attention like this one did. Reshape Reason is just perfection.