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1) Grendel is a harsh ebm artist from Netherlands. They started out in 1997 under a different name, but due to the band splitting up the name was changed into the current one. VLRK continued under the name Grendel, which originates from a character from the old Anglo-Saxon tale 'Beowulf'.
In 2000 Grendel's first promo CD was released which included the Dutch dance floor hit 'Strangers'. Within a very short period of time the promo was being played at many locations throughout the Netherlands and internationally.
To follow this up, the "End of Ages EP" was released in 2002 and marked new territory for Grendel with tracks such as the international hit title-track "End of Ages", the pounding "Catastrophe" and the intriguing "Noisome". With the unorthodox and original use of orchestration, obscure samples incorporated with harsh and pounding EBM structures this release again recieved almost only great reactions from both the media and listeners and would set Grendel's sound for the future.
In 2003, Grendel recorded their second full-length release, entitled "Prescription : Medicide". This album took another step deeper into the world of [Grendel] with it's complex, yet harsh, pounding & danceable structures, dismal orchestration and distressed nature. It meant a big breakthrough for the band, recieving many great reviews, becoming album of the month in a.o. Zillo and Orkus plus reaching top 5 positions in underground charts world wide.
Later, "Soilbleed" was released, which instantly became an unmissable dancefloor classic. This gained a huge amount of support, great reviews and maintained top 5 positions in a.o. the DAC & DUC for maximum periods. As a consequence of this EP's success, the band was highly occupied with performances and tours world wide for the next year and a half.
In 2006, VLRK and new members found time to work on their third full length album entitled "Harsh Generation". This album marked new territory for the band, which a more matured sound and style, gaining more support and success & taking them to the top of the genre. After it's release in early 2007, this album remained on top 5 positions (often peaking at no. 3) on the DAC and GEWC and remained there for maximum periods of time.
Finally, Grendel is back in the studio, producing their upcoming EP "Chemicals & Circuitry" plus yet to be titled album, both set for release this summer on Infacted, Metropolis and Gravitator Records. With these new releases, Grendel verges further into new territories and continues to deliver cutting edge harsh EBM!
2) Grendel is a Finnish melodic death metal band who have released several self-financed demos and two albums: "Lost Beyond Retrieval" in december 2006 and "A Change Through Destruction" in October 22 via Firebox Records.
3) Grendel is a Polish progressive rock band.
4) Grendel is a black metal band from Italy.
5) Grendel is a black metal band from the UK.
6) Grendel is a power metal band from Spain.
7) Grendel is a black metal band from Germany.
8) Grendel is a split-up folk metal band from Estonia.
9) Grendel is a hardcore/avant-garde metal band from France.
Strangers
Grendel Lyrics
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Words undeep and no compromise is found
Vicious rumors have been spread, yet you make no compromise
Your shallow minded hate, yet we stand our ground
I see them like strangers, like strangers in my mind
Alienation, trying to force me down
Don't let me drown, don't let me down
Parent is a child, forever it channels forth
Words of malign, birds fall from life
Give me a heart, then ripping it out
You gave me hope, then you stole my life
I see them like strangers, like strangers in my mind
Alienation, trying to force me down
Don't let me drown, don't let me down
Don't let me drown, don't let me down
Living in this commotion, many states of mind
Once again's amusement, indicate what's right
Shutting it up, close all down
Work so hard, you won't understand
I see them like strangers, like strangers in my mind
Alienation, trying to beat me down
(Don't) let me die, stop me now
(Don't) let me die, stop me now
Living in this commotion, many states of mind
Once again's amusement, then we tell you what's might
Shutting it up, just close all down
I work so hard, you won't understand
I see them like strangers, like strangers in my mind
Alienation, trying to beat me down
(Don't) let me die, stop me now
(Don't) let me die, stop me now
Now
Living in this commotion, many states of mind
Once again's amusement, February's mind
Shutting it up, just close all down
I work so hard, you won't understand
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
No, leave me alone
Just leave me alone
No, leave me alone
Won't you leave me alone
Living in this commotion, many states of mind
Once again's amusement, let me lose what's right
Shutting it up, just close all down
I work so hard, you won't understand
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
Deserve...
The song "Strangers" by the band Grendel is a powerful expression of resistance against the societal pressure to conform and compromise one's values. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer feeling hunted down by constant pressure and facing shallow minded hate from others. Despite the vicious rumors and alienation, the singer refuses to compromise and stands their ground.
The second verse reinforces this theme of parental influence and betrayal, with the singer feeling as though their heart has been ripped out by someone they once trusted. The chorus repeats the mantra of feeling like a stranger in their own mind and fighting against the pressure to conform and drown.
The final stanza brings the theme full circle with the repeated refrain of giving this heart of stone because it's all the oppressors deserve. The song ultimately leaves the listener with a sense of defiance against conformity and a call to fight against societal pressure to compromise one's values.
Line by Line Meaning
Constant pressure, like rats hunted down
Feeling the constant pressure of being hunted down like rats
Words undeep and no compromise is found
Words are shallow and there is no willingness to compromise
Vicious rumors have been spread, yet you make no compromise
Despite vicious rumors being spread, you refuse to compromise
Your shallow minded hate, yet we stand our ground
Your hate may be shallow, but we still stand our ground
I see them like strangers, like strangers in my mind
I see them as strangers, alienated from my thoughts
Alienation, trying to force me down
Feeling alienated and oppressed, trying to bring me down
Don't let me drown, don't let me down
Asking not to be left to drown or be let down
Parent is a child, forever it channels forth
A parent can act like a child and pass on negativity indefinitely
Words of malign, birds fall from life
Malignant words can lead to negative consequences
Give me a heart, then ripping it out
Giving hope, then taking it away in a cruel manner
You gave me hope, then you stole my life
Hope was given, then life was taken by force
Living in this commotion, many states of mind
Experiencing chaos within and different mental states
Once again's amusement, indicate what's right
What is considered right may just be a form of amusement
Shutting it up, close all down
Closing off and shutting everything down
Work so hard, you won't understand
Working hard, but feeling misunderstood
(Don't) let me die, stop me now
Asking to not be left to die and to be stopped from harming oneself
Now
Urgent request to take action now
February's mind
A reference to a restless or confused state of mind
I give you this heart, this heart of stone
Take it from me, 'cause it's all you deserve
Giving a heart of stone to someone who deserves nothing more
No, leave me alone
Just leave me alone
No, leave me alone
Won't you leave me alone
Requesting to be left alone repeatedly
Let me lose what's right
Willing to let go of what is deemed right
Deserve...
Emphasis on the recipient deserving the heart of stone
Contributed by Aubrey A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
robnickel86
Best Grendel song IMO. took me forever to find it again, could not remember what it was called.
Haroldludzoo
men this give you realy power i always put music on when i am working and this music helps me a lot with not quiting ;) great muziek!
Arlene Sanders
Oh yeah, Combichrist was my first aggrotech kinda of band. Love them, and starting to love Grendal as much :)
sas0089
awesome song great band
Haxsys
Grendel is forever
Hime-sama He-man
Love this song. Disturbed by that picture. lol
arthur greene
cool song cool cover!!!
Scary Goth Kid 420
AWWW. Poor kitty. Love the song though.
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Scary Goth Kid 420
Who hasn't. ?? I don't listen to that much Acid TraumA but I like a few songs. The other bands - FUCK yes!! Who doesn't want that blaring through their stereo?