Chrysalis
Equestrian Lord Lyrics


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This day is going to be perfect
The kind of day of which I've dreamed
Since I was small
Everyone will gather 'round
As I take my rightful crown;
They cower as I rule over them all

This day was going to be so perfect
The kind of day of which I've dreamed
Since I was small
My wedding bells, they ring for someone else
And I am left here in this hell

I am locked away inside this prison cell
There's no escape as far as I can tell
Someone, help me
Escape this cruel fate
Too late, it seems
All hope will fade away...

Come 'round and praise me now;
My minions burst on through the gate
And I ascend unto the throne
Shining Armor; your precious love
Is under my control

Feasting off your love
My powers growing stronger;
Rivaled by Celestia's own
Princess Cadance, your time is running low
Please hurry now before she gains control

The changeling swarm prepares for the attack
Now gather up your forces and fight back
We fight, to win
We're never giving in
Retreat, the hate
Is vanquished once again...





(solo: Diego)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Equestrian Lord's song Chrysalis talk about someone who dreams of a perfect day, a day where they rule over everyone and take their rightful crown. This person feels entitled to control everyone, and as they ascend to the throne, they expect everyone to come and praise them. However, things don't go as planned. The person's wedding bells ring for someone else, leaving them in a cruel fate. They are locked away inside a prison cell with no escape in sight, begging for help.


Despite their desperate plea, their powers continue to grow stronger. They feast off other people's love, and they plan to take over the world by defeating Celestia's powers. Princess Cadance's time is running out, and they must hurry before she gains control. The changeling swarm prepares for the attack as everyone else gathers their forces and fights back. In the end, love and hope overcome hate and evil.


The song is a reference to the Changeling Queen Chrysalis, the primary antagonist in the My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic finale of season 2. The Changeling Queen Chrysalis is an insect queen-like creature who feeds off the love of others.


Line by Line Meaning

This day is going to be perfect
I have been envisioning this day to be perfect for so long.


The kind of day of which I've dreamed
This is the exact kind of day I have always imagined.


Since I was small
Ever since I was young, I wanted a day like this.


Everyone will gather 'round
All those I know and love will be there with me, celebrating this special moment.


As I take my rightful crown;
I am about to receive the honor and respect I have earned.


They cower as I rule over them all
Everyone is beneath me, and they fear my power and authority.


My wedding bells, they ring for someone else
Although I thought I was getting married, someone else will be taking part in that ceremony.


And I am left here in this hell
I am stuck in this terrible situation and cannot escape.


I am locked away inside this prison cell
I am physically trapped and cannot leave my current location.


There's no escape as far as I can tell
I have not found any way to get out of this place or situation.


Someone, help me
I am calling out for aid from anyone who can assist me and make my situation better.


Escape this cruel fate
I want to get away from this terrible circumstance that has befallen me.


Too late, it seems
I fear that I may have missed my chance to avoid this negative outcome.


All hope will fade away...
I am quickly losing faith that anything will change or improve.


Come 'round and praise me now;
Everyone should gather around me and give me the respect and admiration I deserve.


My minions burst on through the gate
Those who serve me are making their presence known and displaying their loyalty.


And I ascend unto the throne
I am taking my rightful place as the ruler and leader of my realm.


Shining Armor; your precious love
I am taking control of the affection and admiration that Shining Armor has received from others.


Is under my control
I have the power to manipulate and control Shining Armor's feelings and actions.


Feasting off your love
I am thriving and becoming more powerful by absorbing the love and affection of others.


My powers growing stronger;
As I continue to absorb love and admiration, my abilities are becoming even more potent.


Rivaled by Celestia's own
Although I may be growing in power, there is still someone else who is just as strong and respected as I am.


Princess Cadance, your time is running low
I am giving a warning to my rival that their time to hold onto their power and authority is almost up.


Please hurry now before she gains control
I am urging my followers to take action before Princess Cadance can take back what is hers.


The changeling swarm prepares for the attack
My army is gearing up and getting ready to launch an assault.


Now gather up your forces and fight back
Those on my side need to band together and push back against our enemies.


We fight, to win
No matter what, we will do whatever it takes to come out on top.


We're never giving in
We refuse to back down or allow our enemies to have the upper hand.


Retreat, the hate
We must retreat and try to regroup when we encounter negative emotions and setbacks.


Is vanquished once again...
We have once again succeeded in quashing the hate that threatens to overtake us.




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Comments from YouTube:

Sr Foxley

Definitely the most metal version of this song I've heard. Awesome!

abzde

Listening to your music made my day feel a little better. Thanks for keeping at your music. I really appreciate having the chance to hear it.

Harold Shepherd

The perfect Christmas present. I now have a new favorite Equestrian Lord song. Keep this up, you'll blow everypony away one day. \m/ 

timfortune9

I just made a comment a few nights ago about the lack of Metal about Chrysalis.
And this shows up. A truly excellent early Christmas gift.

Kate Walker

Why yes, I've always wanted to hear This Day Aria performed by Metallica. :D Thank you, Equestrian Lord!

Purman99

This has the old classic heavy metal feel to it

Kevinerino

Awesome work guys! Good to finally hear something new from you! ^^ Can't wait to see what you come up with for the upcoming year :D And by the way, you want a high resolution version of the last picture, your signature picture :3 Cause I could do that ^^ (ifyoudidntknowimadeyourbannerC:)

EquestrianLord

Sure! I'd love to see what you come up with :)

Kevinerino

Sweet! I'll see if I can get working on it some time :D

MANNY~EmberDim

That was amazing, Man! Awesome job!

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