On July 2005, he temporarily replaced Christopher Amott as guitarist of melodic death metal band Arch Enemy on their Ozzfest dates, and also contributed to their album Doomsday Machine by playing lead guitar on the song "Taking Back my Soul".
He has made guest appearances for various artists, such as providing solos on the songs "Felonies of the Christian Art" and "Life Deprived" by Old Man's Child, from the album In Defiance of Existence, and a few solos on the album Gallows Gallery by the Japanese avant-garde black metal band Sigh).
Redemption
Gus G. Lyrics
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The lyrics of Gus G.'s song Redemption tackle the theme of forgiveness and redemption. The singer reflects on the battle between good and evil that he has faced in his life without leaving any negative impact to those that wronged him. However, he also acknowledges that his internal struggle has not been easy, but he knows the truth and the lies that others express. The song then transitions to the idea of redemption and explores what it means to find salvation from sins through sacrifice. The chorus emphasizes that redemption is the only way to win and urges the listener to reflect on their secrets and decisions.
The lyrics suggest that redemption could come in two forms. The first is to feel and acknowledge the truth, to wake up, and see the best in oneself. The second is to drown in misery by resisting change or to kill the misery that holds one back and embrace the best within. Overall, the song promotes the notion of redemption as a transformative process that can help individuals make amends, forgive, and find a new hope for the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Good and evil on my path I'm not leaving any trace for you to track
I face both good and evil in my journey but I'm being careful not to leave any clues for you to follow me.
You played around for much too long And you can't undo what's already been done
You've been messing around for quite some time now and it's too late to undo what you've already done.
You care enough to know that you don't care Unless I lay it on the line I know your every lie
You pretend to not care, but deep down you do. I have to be very clear with you or else I'll see through your lies.
Redemption – Come feel the truth And wake up inside Redemption – Drown in misery Or see the best in you
Redemption is available to you. You can either accept the truth and become awakened or continue to suffer in misery. You can choose to see the best in yourself.
The war is over we paid in red Now the time has come give up your last defense Receive salvation from every sin through my sacrifice Our only way to win
The battle is over and many have paid with their lives. It's time to surrender and receive salvation from all your sins through my sacrifice. This is our only way to victory.
Sometimes I hate you But most times I don't We can't escape nowhere to run 'Cause I know your every lie
There are moments when I feel hate towards you, but most times I don't. We cannot escape or run away because I am aware of all the lies you tell.
Redemption – Just think it through Your secret is mine Redemption – Come feel the truth And wake up inside Redemption – Drown in misery Or see the best in you
Think about redemption and make the right choice. I know your secrets and can help you. You can choose to face the truth and be awakened or continue to suffer in misery. You can choose to see the best in yourself.
Redemption – Kill the misery I want the best of you
Embrace redemption and get rid of your misery. I want you to be your best self.
Lyrics © Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Konstantinos Karamitroudis, Mats Leven
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