Formed back in 2011 by guitarists Kristofer Strandberg, Erik Engstrand and … Read Full Bio ↴Formed back in 2011 by guitarists Kristofer Strandberg, Erik Engstrand and bass player Jesper Lindgren in Karlstad, Sweden.
Eyes Wide Open has since carved their way into the halls of Swedish Metal. Pointed out as a Melodic death metal or metalcore band by different genre purist, but Eyes Wide Open’s soul lies within the melody, big choruses and their catchy riffs.
With ”And so it begins” the Eyes Wide Open trilogy is finally complete. Starting with ”Revelations” to tell us whats about to come if we continue to leech on this planet and ”Aftermath” how we may or may not live through it.
”And so it begins” takes on the perspective of today, where we stand with all of our problems like wars, environmental disasters and our addiction to luxury. Will the revelations come true?
With the sudden departure of vocalist Patrik Fahlin, Eyes Wide Open had to evolve and Erik stepped up as their new vocalist.
Erik says: People probably thought we were done for when Patrik left us, but we pulled through big time. And now I don´t hesitate to say we are better than ever. With ”And so it begins” we prove ourselves among the top players and now I´m just thrilled to get out there to kick some ass.
Eyes Wide Open
Erik Engstrand – Vocals
Kristofer Strandberg – Guitars
Jesper Lindgren – Bass
Karl Adamsson – Drums

Death of Technology
Eyes Wide Open Lyrics

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Go!
Reversing back to day one
Facing bothers of history
Nature seems to have won
This is death of technology
(This is death of technology)
Going back to primal
Facing troubles from the past

Overthrown by tidals
Did we really think this would last?
So, I go
Search for a different place
For the human race
So, I go
In search for the perfect embrace
For the human race
Survival for all mankind
Rest upon our tilted minds
Addiction slaves roams the earth
Struggling life in serenity
This is death of technology
So, I go
Search for a different place
For the human race
So, I go
In search for the perfect embrace
For the human race
I need to find this place
For the human race
So, I go
To find the gilded falcon

So, I go

In search for the perfect embrace
For the human race

Overall Meaning

The song "Death of Technology" by Eyes Wide Open appears to be a commentary on the current state of society's reliance on technology and how it has negatively affected the world. The lyrics speak of "reversing back to day one" and facing "bothers of history," suggesting a desire to return to a simpler time before the rapid advancements of technology. The mention of nature "winning" implies that technology has caused harm to the environment, further adding to the negative consequences of technology.

The chorus, which repeats the lines "So, I go / Search for a different place / For the human race / In search for the perfect embrace / For the human race," seems to signify a desire for change and improvement. The last verse speaks of the "addiction slaves" roaming the earth and the "struggling life in serenity," implying that our dependence on technology has led to a disconnected and unfulfilling life. The repeated phrase "this is death of technology" further emphasizes the overall theme of the song.

Line by Line Meaning

Reversing back to day one
Returning to the beginning of time

Facing bothers of history
Confronting the issues of the past

Nature seems to have won
The power of nature has triumphed over technology

This is death of technology
The end of technological advancement

Going back to primal
Returning to primitive ways

Facing troubles from the past
Dealing with problems of past mistakes

Overthrown by tidals
Overpowered by natural forces

Did we really think this would last?
Was the expectation of technology's longevity unrealistic?

So, I go Search for a different place For the human race
Looking for a new environment for humanity’s survival

In search for the perfect embrace For the human race
Seeking an ideal shelter for humankind

Survival for all mankind Rest upon our tilted minds
The fate of human survival depends on our judgment

Addiction slaves roams the earth Struggling life in serenity This is death of technology
Society is addicted to technology, which has resulted in dissatisfaction and anxiety.

I need to find this place For the human race
Desire to discover a secure home for humanity

So, I go To find the gilded falcon
Looking for a rare and valuable natural resource

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