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
Defining Me
Eyes Wide Open Lyrics
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Into the darkest corner of my mind
Where shadows fill the sunlight
Everything seems so right
Pulling every lever in my sight
I dare you just step inside
Where your nightmares come alive
This is where your nightmares come alive
Alive, alive, alive
Looking for something new
I brave the harshest winter
Defining, designing
Deep down I think there's more of me
Reroute the path
The wrath
Holds me no more
I tell you
Just stay outside
From my inner sanctum so malign
A way of hate by my design
This is a realm where night and day collide
In the eye of the storm
I will confide
Looking for something new
I brave the harshest winter
Defining, designing
Deep down I think there's more of me
Reroute the path
The wrath
Holds me no more
No more no more no more
I brave the harshest winter
No more no more
Defining me
No more no more
I brave the harshest winter
The song "Defining Me" by Eyes Wide Open is a hauntingly beautiful introspective look into the darkest corners of one's mind. The lyrics are written in the first person, and the singer invites the listener to step inside the shadows that fill every corner of their mind. The song's opening lines speak of the darkness within us all and the desire to explore it despite the dangers of such an exploration.
The chorus is where the song's theme becomes clear, stating that the singer is looking for something new and is willing to brave the harshest winter to find it. The winter is seen as a metaphor for the harshest periods in life, where we are forced to confront our demons and the darkest aspects of ourselves to move forward. The bridge then delves deeper into the inner struggle of the singer, hinting at their realization that they are the source of their own pain and that they hold the power to overcome it.
The song's title is fitting, as it speaks to the idea that we are constantly defining ourselves through our experiences and struggles. The singer's journey throughout the song shows that the process of defining oneself is not an easy task, but it is ultimately worth it to find one's true self.
Line by Line Meaning
Step inside
Come with me
Into the darkest corner of my mind
Let's explore the most hidden parts of my thoughts
Where shadows fill the sunlight
Where darkness prevails over light
Everything seems so right
In this place, things feel good and perfect
Pulling every lever in my sight
I'm giving you full access to my innermost secrets
I dare you just step inside
I challenge you to come with me and explore my inner thoughts
Into a place where demons seem divine
We'll go to a place where even the darkest things seem valuable
Where your nightmares come alive
A place where your fears become reality
This is where your nightmares come alive
Welcome to my innermost fears and struggles
Alive, alive, alive
This place is full of energy and emotion
Looking for something new
I'm searching for change and growth
I brave the harshest winter
I'm willing to endure hardship and challenges to find what I'm looking for
Defining, designing
I'm creating a new version of myself
Deep down I think there's more of me
I believe that I have untapped potential and hidden strengths
Reroute the path
I'm changing my course in life
The wrath
My anger and negative emotions
Holds me no more
I won't be controlled by these emotions anymore
I tell you
Listen to me
Just stay outside
Don't follow me into this dark place
From my inner sanctum so malign
From the darkest and most private parts of myself
A way of hate by my design
I've created a path of negativity for myself
This is a realm where night and day collide
This is a place where opposites clash
In the eye of the storm
In the midst of chaos and turbulence
I will confide
I will share my deepest secrets and fears
No more no more no more
I won't tolerate this anymore
Defining me
I'm defining who I am becoming
I brave the harshest winter
I'm willing to face harsh conditions to find my true self
Contributed by Alexis H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Joseph Sabatino
I don't think I've gone a single day for a whole year without listening to this. Never will get old. This is what Swedish melodic metal is all about. This is right up there with In Flames and Soilwork. Imagine a show with that lineup. I would jizz in my shorts.
Гелий Изюмов
Самая замечательная музыка, которую я когда-либо слышал.
The most beautiful music I ever heard.
Robin DeLucia
Such a talented band. Love these guys 💜
Stephan
Me and my wife, we met the guys in Augsburg two years ago. They had become one of our favorite bands. In this evening we have started to live our life with "eyes wide open". ;-)
Braydon Addison
Keep up the awesome work gents!! Great tunes as usual!
hMsT
What a great gem of melodic metalcore. Love from the first (sight) listening :)
BlackValorEP
I randomly stumbled across this and I'm so glad I did. This is amazing ! Glad to have listened to this and glad to now be a follower !
Douglas Jean
Absolutely fantastic!!! ✊😲
Artem H
guys, we are very much waiting for you in Ukraine, you are incredibly cool .... your music fits us in spirit !!!
Daniel Lengauer-stockner
Keep up the awesome work 🤘🤘 Greetings from Austria🤘🤘🤘💪