Although the success of their former bands, Believer, Sacrament and Sardonyx had won them world-wide recognition in the thrash and metal genres, the members of Fountain of Tears had not fully tapped their musical potential.
Like many groups consisting of talented and driven individuals, dedication to the project was tested through periods of hardship and uncertainty. Family commitments, careers, school, circumstances of life and conflicting schedules prevented the members from meeting more than once per week, and set-backs had considerably lengthened the writing and recording process. Final editing and mastering for the album was completed in early 1999, and the band, relieved and somewhat exhausted, held a listening party for a very enthusiastic audience.
Fountain of Tears released their second album - Fate on February 13th and is currently preparing for live performances.
With My Fears
Fountain of Tears Lyrics
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Where do I belong
Down in the earth in the dark of the night
I descend from the world into my cave
I see up above all my dreams in the light
But alone I return into my cave
Where do I belong
I'll return to my cave with my fears
Fire flowed in my soul burning tears
Where do I belond
Where do I belong
Time overlaps with the pain in my heart
And the sickness it spreads into my soul
I climb from my hole reaching ever in vain
For the coming of peace into my soul
I'll return to my cave with my fears
Fire flowed in my soul burning tears
Once I was twisted I was there
Far away I see the light
Hope lies there
Where do I belong
Where do I belong
Down in the earth in the dark of the night
I descend from the world into my cave
I climb from my hole reaching ever in vain for the coming of peace into my soul
I'll return to my cave with my fears
Fire flowed in my soul burning tears
Once I was twisted I was there
Far away I see the light
Hope died there
The lyrics of Fountain of Tear's song "With My Fears" exude a feeling of being lost in life and searching for one's place in the world. The repetition of "Where do I belong?" emphasizes the singer’s confusion and desperation for an answer. The verses create a vivid picture of someone descending into a dark cave, leaving the light behind. It portrays a sense of running away from the harsh realities of life and escaping into a safe, solitary place that offers refuge from fear and pain. However, even with the feeling of security, the singer's fears burn like fire inside their soul, causing them to return to their caves in despair. The line "Time overlaps with the pain in my heart" conveys the idea that as time passes, so does the pain, leaving a deep impression on the soul.
As the song progresses, the singer's hopelessness is palpable. "I climb from my hole reaching ever in vain for the coming of peace into my soul" suggests that the pursuit of peace seems never-ending for them. Towards the end, the line "Hope died there" creates a melancholic atmosphere, indicating that the singer has lost all hope of finding a way out of their pain and fears.
Line by Line Meaning
Where do I belong
Questioning one's place or purpose in life
Down in the earth in the dark of the night
Feeling isolated and alone, retreating from the world
I descend from the world into my cave
Withdrawing from society and personal relationships
I see up above all my dreams in the light
Having aspirations and goals, but feeling unable to reach them
But alone I return into my cave
Feeling unsupported and disconnected from others
I'll return to my cave with my fears
Facing and coping with personal anxieties and worries
Fire flowed in my soul burning tears
Experiencing intense emotional pain and turmoil
Time overlaps with the pain in my heart
Feeling stuck in a cycle of emotional distress
And the sickness it spreads into my soul
Mental and emotional struggles affecting one's overall well-being
I climb from my hole reaching ever in vain
Striving for recovery and healing, but feeling like it's out of reach
For the coming of peace into my soul
Longing for inner calm and tranquility
Once I was twisted I was there
Reflecting on past struggles and hardships
Far away I see the light
Perceiving hope or a better future on the horizon
Hope lies there
Finding optimism and positivity in the midst of personal difficulties
Hope died there
Losing hope or feeling defeated by personal struggles
Contributed by Jonathan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.