1) Gojira is a metal band … Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists called Gojira;
1) Gojira is a metal band from Bayonne, France. Their lyrics focus on life, ecology, and spiritual themes. They were formed in 1996 by brothers Joe Duplantier (vocals and lead guitar) and Mario Duplantier (drums), Christian Andreu (guitar) and Alexandre Cornillon (bass guitar). Cornillon left the band in 2001 and Jean-Michel Labadie became their bass player. Genres that they have been associated with over their career include death metal, progressive metal, thrash metal and groove metal.
They had initially named their group Godzilla, but due to legal constraints had to change their name. They therefore chose to re-name their band Gojira - the original Japanese version of their name (in Japanese Gojira means gorilla-whale or gorilla the size of a whale). Some of the content of their music is focused on the ecological effects of human activity on the Earth.
Joe and Mario Duplantier also play in an experimental metal band called Empalot.
In 2007 Joe also became the bass player for former Sepultura members Max and Igor's new project, Cavalera Conspiracy.
2) Canadian powerviolence band existing from 1996-1998 based in Toronto, Ontario.
L'Enfant Sauvage
Gojira Lyrics
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It doesn't work, I'm trying, I don't know
The aberration of this world I tried to deal with
It killed a part of me that was raging
The pain is gone, the denial
I ran away from institutions
I owe myself life
I will respond to this passion, anger flowing through me
There is light in this world I fight for
The reason you won't leave this cage, betray your child
The desire that you once had to reveal yourself
Forgot to create your own life
Anger, lies, denial
This righteous anger boiling inside of us
Won't last forever
Don't fear to let it out
Branches have grown through
The wolf is your master
The sky is all
Over me
I run on time
The lyrics to Gojira's song "L'Enfant Sauvage" reveal a deeply personal, introspective look at the struggles of being human, frustrated with the constraints of the world around us. The song is primarily about coming to terms with the fact that we cannot always control the circumstances around us, and the pain and anger that come with that understanding. The phrase "L'Enfant Sauvage" (which means "The Wild Child" in French) reflects the idea that there is an untamed, primal part of ourselves that resists and rebels against the pressures of society.
The first verse expresses the frustration of trying to fit in and be accepted in a world that doesn't always make sense. The singer has tried everything to match the expectations of others, but it doesn't work. They realize that their attempts to deal with the aberrations of the world around them have killed a part of themselves that was once raging with energy and life. They have gone through a painful process of denial and rejection of institutionalized beliefs in order to find the strength to live life on their own terms.
The second verse is about the struggle to find meaning and purpose in a world that is often dark and oppressive. The singer believes that there is light in the world worth fighting for, even though they recognize that many people have given up on their own desires and dreams. They encourage listeners to let out their righteous anger, to embrace the wild and untamed parts of themselves, and to remember that they are their own masters.
Overall, "L'Enfant Sauvage" is a powerful and emotionally resonant song about the human condition, the struggles we all face, and the hope we can find in the darkest of times. It's a reminder that even though we live in a world that often feels like a cage, we always have the power to break free and create our own lives.
Line by Line Meaning
So long I've been trying to match
I have been struggling for a long time to fit in with society.
It doesn't work, I'm trying, I don't know
Despite my efforts, I am still unable to conform and I am unsure why.
The aberration of this world I tried to deal with
I attempted to cope with the abnormality and unpleasantness of the world.
It killed a part of me that was raging
This struggle caused me to lose a part of myself that was full of passion and fury.
The pain is gone, the denial
Although I have moved past the pain, I still struggle to accept reality.
I ran away from institutions
I escaped the societal constructs that sought to control me.
I owe myself life
I am responsible for living my life to the fullest.
There's no way
There is no other option.
I will respond to this passion, anger flowing through me
I will answer to the fiery emotions within me.
There is light in this world I fight for
Although the world is dark, I fight for the good in it.
The reason you won't leave this cage, betray your child
You are unwilling to break free from your confinement and you are not being true to your inner self.
The desire that you once had to reveal yourself
Your urge to express your true self has dissipated.
Forgot to create your own life
You have neglected to live life on your own terms.
Anger, lies, denial
These are the negative emotions that keep us from being true to ourselves.
This righteous anger boiling inside of us
Our strong sense of injustice fuels our anger.
Won't last forever
This intense emotion is temporary.
Don't fear to let it out
Do not be afraid to express this anger.
Branches have grown through
Our growth and development may be hindered by experiences, but we can still thrive and prosper.
The wolf is your master
Our inner demons and instincts can overpower us.
The sky is all
The vast and infinite sky is all-encompassing.
Over me
It is a reminder of how small we are in comparison to the universe.
I run on time
I am living my life on a limited amount of time and must make the most of it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Joseph Duplantier, Mario Duplantier
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@silvermetal2411
So long I've been trying to match, it doesn't work
I'm trying, I don't know
The aberration of this world I tried to deal with
It killed a part of me that was raging
The pain is gone, the denial
I run away from institutions
I owe myself life
There's no way I will respond to this passion
Anger flowing through me
There is light in this world I fight for
The reason you won't leave this cage, betray your child
The desire that you once had to reveal yourself
Forgot to create your own life
Anger, lies, denial
This righteous anger boiling inside of us
Won't last for ever
Don't fear to let it out
Branches have grown through
The wolf is your master
The sky is all over me
I run on time
@ludovic1838
[Verse 1]
So long I've been trying to match
It doesn't work, I'm trying, I don't know
The aberration of this world I tried to deal with
It killed a part of me that was raging
The pain is gone, the denial
I ran away from institutions
I owe myself life
[Verse 2]
There's no way I will risk all this pressure and
Anger flowing through me
There is light in this world I fight for
The reason you won't leave this cage, betray your child
The desire that you once had to reveal yourself
Forgot to create your own life
[Chorus]
Anger, lies, denial
[Verse 3]
This righteous anger boiling inside of us
Won't last forever, don't fear to let it out
Branches have grown through
The wolf is your master
[Outro]
The sky is all over me
I run on time
@vanessasalamon8750
I've never made pancakes so intensely
@monkeymonkerson
lol
@georgelinlucien2357
I would recommend "Silvera" for cooking vegetables
@venrakdrake
You are literally me
@beetrootmckinnley3486
I just snorted coffee out my nose. You're hilarious.
@shanewhealton385
Shew!! Lol. Damn im cracking up. !!
@MikeXMorgan
If nature had a voice to portray her anger and frustrations, Gojira would be her vessel. Adore this band.
@Dodryu
Lateonthebrakes fucking A.
@kachaska
dobrze powiedziane!
@BegToDiffah
Well said