Genus … Read Full Bio ↴Genus Ordinis Dei - Symphonic Metal hailing from Crema, Italy
Genus Ordinis Dei were established in 2011 from a circle of friends residing in the same town. Between 2011 and 2012, the band sculpted its musical identity, melding the new millennium metal with symphonic sonorities.
At the start of 2012, their first self-produced album came out, "The Middle", heavily backed by an intensive run of live shows throughout Italy and Europe.
In 2013, thanks to their greatly received first album, they engaged with Mr Fabrizio Scotti, who has been working in the Italian music industry for many years. Together they started a project that opened up an opportunity to work with Mr Marco “Maki” Coti Zelati (Lacuna Coil) as producer.
With this new heavy crew, Genus Ordinis Dei started the recording of the new EP in February 2014, at the JDM Studio of Mr Jonas Macullo.
By late 2014 their new discographic project was completed, and since signing a world wide deal with Metal Music Bookings & Management the band are ready to take the world by symphonic storm. Stay tuned for news coming soon!
The Flemish Obituary
Genus Ordinis Dei Lyrics
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I just need to take off my ring and start to fill every blank page
He has no time for this, He's not strong enough
He belongs to a different social position, the highest one
If only they knew the truth, maybe we could live as one
If only we know the truth, maybe they will accept who we are
I dress the divine appearance when sun comes up
I put my will in every blank page
I write the history devouring ivory
Both my lives suffering this great disease
I can convince myself
God will have mercy on me
In one of my lives I speak for him
He can grant me this
Ninety-nine ever burning candles enlightening me once more
I mix this slow-release poison with absinthe and sacred blood
I write the history devouring ivory
I write the ending of agony
I turn into a man every time the sun goes down
I just need to take off my ring and start to fill every blank page
I dress the divine appearance when sun comes up
I put my will in every blank page
I write the history devouring ivory
Both my lives suffering this great disease
I write the history devouring ivory
I write the ending of agony
The lyrics of Genus Ordinis Dei's song "The Flemish Obituary" describe a persona who transforms into a man every time the sun sets. This individual finds solace in writing, as filling blank pages is a source of emotional and creative fulfillment. However, there are external factors that serve as obstacles to his writing, such as not having enough time or not belonging to a social class that would allow him the leisure to pursue his passions. Despite these barriers, the persona remains hopeful that if people knew the truth about him, they would be more accepting of his identity.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of duality, as the persona describes having two lives and suffering from a "great disease." In one life, the persona speaks for God and hopes for mercy, while in the other, the persona writes the history of his own life and seeks to end his agony. The references to burning candles and slow-release poison serve as additional metaphors for the persona's struggles and eventual desire for release and peace.
Overall, "The Flemish Obituary" presents a complex and introspective meditation on identity, creativity, and personal struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
I turn into a man every time the sun goes down
Every night, I transform into my true self
I just need to take off my ring and start to fill every blank page
Removing my ring is the signal to start recording my experiences in writing
He has no time for this, He's not strong enough
God may not have the capacity to bear witness to our true selves
He belongs to a different social position, the highest one
God is of a position greater than any human can attain
If only they knew the truth, maybe we could live as one
If others could see beyond misleading appearances, perhaps we could coexist harmoniously
If only we know the truth, maybe they will accept who we are
Perhaps if we ourselves know the truth, it would enable others to accept us
If only we lived as one, we could have died as one
If we had lived in unison, our fates would have been shared
I dress the divine appearance when sun comes up
Every morning, I present an image of myself that is deemed socially acceptable
I put my will in every blank page
In writing, I assert my autonomy
I write the history devouring ivory
Through writing, I create a narrative that exposes the cruelty of society
Both my lives suffering this great disease
My dual identities are burdensome due to the societal expectations and prejudices I face
I can convince myself
Through writing, I can find solace in my own thoughts
God will have mercy on me
I pray for intervention from a higher power that I believe can absolve me of my troubles
In one of my lives I speak for him
One of my personas upholds the expectations of society, appearing to represent God's will
He can grant me this
I hope for God's mercy and intervention as I navigate my dual identities
Ninety-nine ever burning candles enlightening me once more
I seek the illumination that comes from multiple viewpoints, symbolized by countless candles
I mix this slow-release poison with absinthe and sacred blood
I use writing as a therapeutic tool, weaving together bitter experiences and more pleasant ones
I write the ending of agony
By writing, I craft an outcome that frees me from the pain of societal expectations
Lyrics © Eclipse Loud, ECLIPSE LOUD
Written by: Tommaso Santo Monticelli
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