Haloscript was originally formed near Savannah Georgia in 2000. In 2006 the… Read Full Bio ↴Haloscript was originally formed near Savannah Georgia in 2000. In 2006 the band made a move to Atlanta in search of greater opportunity. There they evolved into their current lineup and found the opportunity they were looking for in Corey Lowery (Stuck Mojo, Stereomud, Dark new Day). Lowery produced Haloscript’s debut full length album, “Ghosts and Good Intentions” which is slated for global release through 925 Records in the summer of 2008. The highly acclaimed freshman effort features Clint Lowery (Sevendust, Dark new Day) on second guitar and also guest vocals from Lajon Witherspoon (Sevendust), and Morgan Rose (Sevendust) on the track, “Atlanta in Ashes”.

Haloscript is not in the habit of waiting for external forces to determine their success. The band isn't trying to peddle a doctrine, they only hope to be seen and heard by those who would see and hear. Haloscript provides a meaning with intent for those attentive enough to receive it. Novus Ordo Seclorum…

Haloscript has shared the stage and/or toured with several well known bands including: Sevendust, BobaFlex, Nonpoint, Flaw, Kittie, In This Moment, Walls of Jericho, 36 Crazyfists, Fight Paris, The Autumn Offering, Crash Romeo, and many more.

Scarlet Canvas
Haloscript Lyrics

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How deeply by this capture, I've been moved
I can see you're onto me, but do you know I'm onto you
(You don't know how pathetic you are, to me)
Don't make this hard, harder than it has to be
Don't force me, don't force me, force you
(Separate my skin and tie me down that's when I get conflicted, so conflicted)

It seems like I always fall behind

Never knowing what is left or who is next
Would I leave you here to die
At least it feels like I'll never be alone
And now the tension grows I guess, I must confess
I'm learning as I go

(If I begin to close my eyes and drift, I assume you know the color lives, as long as I'm alive to see the showing brought to life through me)
It's a different kind of painting
With the fear that I'm relaying
And DaVinci would be envious if he saw the stains on my brushes of crimson, crimson and scarlet
This wall is my canvas and you are me pallet
(Separate my skin and tie me down that's when I get conflicted, so conflicted)

It seems like I always fall behind
Never knowing what is left or who is next
Would I leave you here to die
At least it feels like I'll never be alone
And now the tension grows I guess, I must confess
I'm learning as I go

(There's no more turning back)
There's nothing left but consequences now
(It's never coming back)
I'll put myself ahead somehow

I'm hiding and soon they're gonna find me

I'm running and now they're right behind
They're searching, looking for the bodies I've hidden
And maybe that's why…

It seems like I always fall behind
Never knowing what is left or who is next
Would I leave you here to die
At least it feels like I'll never be alone
And now the tension grows I guess, I must confess
I'm learning as I go

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of "Scarlet Canvas" by Haloscript expresses the depth of emotions that the singer is experiencing. The singer is aware that they are being watched, and in turn, they are watching the person watching them. The lines "You don't know how pathetic you are, to me" suggest that the singer may be feeling superior, possibly because they know something that the other person doesn't. The lines "Don't force me, don't force me, force you" suggests that there is a power struggle happening between the singer and the other person. The singer doesn't want to be forced to do anything and wants the other person to choose their own fate.

The verses of the song talk about the singer feeling as though they are always behind and never quite understanding what is going on. The lines "At least it feels like I'll never be alone" suggest that the singer is aware of some impending doom and is terrified of being alone. The chorus talks about the different emotions and conflicts that the singer is dealing with. The lines "This wall is my canvas and you are my pallet" suggest that the singer is creating their own art with the feelings they are experiencing. The last verse talks about the singer running and hiding, and the lines "And maybe that's why" suggest that the singer's actions are a result of their fears.

Line by Line Meaning

How deeply by this capture, I've been moved
I am emotionally invested in this situation

I can see you're onto me, but do you know I'm onto you
I understand what you're doing, but I am also aware of your intentions

Don't make this hard, harder than it has to be
Please don't complicate things unnecessarily

Don't force me, don't force me, force you
If you push me, I will push back harder

It seems like I always fall behind Never knowing what is left or who is next Would I leave you here to die At least it feels like I'll never be alone And now the tension grows I guess, I must confess I'm learning as I go
I feel like I'm always one step behind, unsure of what's to come next. But even if I'm uncertain, I won't abandon you. The fear is growing, but I'm trying my best to adapt and learn on the way

(If I begin to close my eyes and drift, I assume you know the color lives, as long as I'm alive to see the showing brought to life through me)
If I let myself fall into a dreamlike state, the colors become vibrant and alive, and it brings me joy to see them come to life through my work

It's a different kind of painting With the fear that I'm relaying And DaVinci would be envious if he saw the stains on my brushes of crimson, crimson and scarlet This wall is my canvas and you are me pallet
My art is unlike any other, and while it's born out of my fear, it's also powerful and mesmerizing. DaVinci himself would be impressed with the intense shades of red I use. Everything and everyone around me is fodder for my art

(There's no more turning back) There's nothing left but consequences now (It's never coming back) I'll put myself ahead somehow
There's no going back now, only dealing with the repercussions. But I am determined to come out on top

I'm hiding and soon they're gonna find me I'm running and now they're right behind They're searching, looking for the bodies I've hidden And maybe that's why…
I'm in trouble and trying to escape, but it's only a matter of time before I get caught. And maybe that's why I pour all my energy and emotion into my art - it's an escape from this harsh reality

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