They shared the stage with some of Australia's and the world’s most high profile hardcore acts such as Parkway Drive, The Amity Affliction, Unearth (USA), A Day To Remember (USA), Underoath (USA), The Ghost Inside (USA), As I Lay Dying (USA), August Burns Red (USA) and many more.
Discography
Trash The Party (EP) - 2007
Scum of the Earth (EP) - 2009
The Fallout - 2010
Last Lights - 2012
Resolve - 2014
Emerald City
Hand Of Mercy Lyrics
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A sunrise catches my eye
And for a moment you're not there
Remain forever on my shoulders
That's a weight I choose to bear
I've seen stone and wood from far and wide
There's been a temptress hand
From time to time
But in my heart of hearts
I know my true calling
Even though I'm away
I'll be home shortly
Just know that day to day
I still think of you fondly
Homeward bound
A sunrise catches my eye
And for a moment you're not there
Remain forever on my shoulders
That's a weight I choose to bear
While others feel a sickness
That eats them alive
Anticipation fills my heart
And the panic in my chest subsides
Homeward bound
While I don't get to see you
While we're apart
Across the land or the sea
You'll always be in my heart
The song "Emerald City" by Hand of Mercy seems to revolve around the idea of homesickness and missing someone, likely a loved one, while being on the road or away from home. The first verse sets the scene of a sunrise catching the singer's eye, but with the absence of their loved one. Yet, the singer chooses to carry the weight of missing someone, confirming their commitment and love for the person. The next verse speaks of the various sights the singer has seen during their travels, but none of them compare to the thought of the person they miss. The chorus repeats the phrase "Homeward bound," emphasizing the desire to return home and be reunited with the loved one.
The second verse shifts to contrast the singer's feelings with those of others who feel sick due to anticipation and anxiety. However, for the singer, the feeling is more of excitement and relief that they will soon return home. The final chorus speaks of the distance between them but how the person will always be in their heart. The song expresses a heartfelt and emotional sentiment and serves as a love letter to someone, even when physically apart.
Line by Line Meaning
Homeward bound
Returning home after being away
A sunrise catches my eye
Observing a new beginning and awakening
And for a moment you're not there
Feeling a void without a loved one by your side
Remain forever on my shoulders
Carrying the burden of missing someone
That's a weight I choose to bear
Accepting the pain because the love is worth it
I've seen stone and wood from far and wide
Traveling and experiencing different places and cultures
That only stands in peoples dreams
Seeing things that some people may only imagine or desire
There's been a temptress hand
Being tempted by something that may not be beneficial
From time to time
Occasionally experiencing these temptations
But in my heart of hearts
Knowing deep down the right path for oneself
I know my true calling
Having a clear understanding of one's purpose
Even though I'm away
Despite being physically distant
I'll be home shortly
Returning home soon
Just know that day to day
Every day
I still think of you fondly
Continuously having affectionate thoughts of a loved one
While others feel a sickness
Contrasting personal feelings with others' emotions
That eats them alive
A feeling of distress that consumes one's well-being
Anticipation fills my heart
Expecting something positive upon returning home
And the panic in my chest subsides
Feeling more at ease and relaxed
While I don't get to see you
Being unable to physically be with someone
While we're apart
During the time of absence
Across the land or the sea
No matter the distance or location traveled
You'll always be in my heart
Holding onto one's love for another forever
Contributed by Eli N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Michela Adriani
I love it!
KOSAMA GAMES
It has that Saviour vibe, I effin love it! <3
6Nightmare6Sandro6
Me cago en dios o_O me han entrado ganas de concierto en cuestión de segundos.
Chris X
Fuck I'm impressed with this album dudes
daveheron
I cant stop thinking about her... About those times when eragon left saphira to go to accomplish other missions... And how they are bonded.. And how she miss him.. And that she chose to carey his weight in her shoulders.. Everything fits right in the song
daveheron
Even the heart of hearts.. Seen wood and stone more than anyone...
Marco Dougherty
This is the best youtube comment I've ever seen, i love you
24gadjet
daveheron y-yeah
William Mengel
👌👌perfect
Bryan Rose
This is a fuckin banger!!