1) Harvest was a seminal hardcore/metalcore band from Faribault, Minnesota… Read Full Bio ↴1) Harvest was a seminal hardcore/metalcore band from Faribault, Minnesota (later relocated to Minneapolis), formed in 1994. They released two full lengths on Trustkill Records plus numerous 7"s and splits. Members have gone on to bands such as The Hope Conspiracy, Season of Fire, Krakatoa and The Good Fight.

2) Dennis Stratton's (ex-Iron Maiden} first band Harvest (later known as Wedgewood) circa 1973.

Covenant
Harvest Lyrics

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Forced my will, sanctify, sacrifice myself. I forged a chance for a look into my soul. Tear out my eyes for everlasting life. I won't fall to the ritual. As the soul changed, it's healed and released. That which you give,that which you seek, ask it and it shall. Seek and ye shall learn. Release the chokehold. The senses yearn, so you will be my savior. So you will set me free. This moral indoctrination. The water deceives. You left me broken, hard hearted, and yet you still made me suffer for what you deserved. No need for attainment. The consequence of your actions has left me afraid. Fall through the cracks. Let me down. Let me go free.

Overall Meaning

In Harvest's song "Covenant," the lyrics describe a struggle with faith and the ideas surrounding sacrifice and redemption. The opening lines, "Forced my will, sanctify, sacrifice myself," suggest that the singer has made a conscious decision to try to purify themselves, but it is unclear what they are seeking redemption for. Perhaps they feel guilt or shame for something they've done, or maybe they are seeking absolution from a higher power for their past transgressions.

The following lines, "Tear out my eyes for everlasting life. I won't fall to the ritual," are particularly intense and seem to suggest that the singer is willing to go to extreme lengths to achieve their goal. They are rejecting the traditional methods of being saved or redeemed and are instead opting for a more radical approach. The lines "As the soul changed, it's healed and released. That which you give, that which you seek, ask it and it shall. Seek and ye shall learn. Release the chokehold," further emphasize the singer's desire for spiritual transformation and their willingness to go to great lengths to achieve it.

The chorus of the song is particularly powerful and seems to speak to the singer's desire to be saved or set free from the burdens that weigh them down. The lines "The senses yearn, so you will be my savior. So you will set me free," suggest that the singer is looking to some external force or entity to help them break free from their struggles. The song ends with a plea for release and freedom, with the lines "Fall through the cracks. Let me down. Let me go free."

Overall, "Covenant" is a powerful exploration of faith, personal struggle, and the search for redemption. The lyrics are intense and emotional, and speak to the very human desire to find meaning and purpose in life.

Line by Line Meaning

Forced my will, sanctify, sacrifice myself.
I imposed my will and offered myself as a sacrifice to be made holy.

I forged a chance for a look into my soul.
I created an opportunity to examine my inner self.

Tear out my eyes for everlasting life.
I am willing to undergo extreme pain and sacrifice for eternal life.

I won't fall to the ritual.
I refuse to submit to meaningless traditions or rituals.

As the soul changed, it's healed and released.
When my soul transforms, it is mended and freed from its past burdens.

That which you give, that which you seek, ask it and it shall.
You will receive what you desire, both what you give and what you pursue.

Seek and ye shall learn.
If you seek, you will acquire knowledge and understanding.

Release the chokehold.
Let go of anything that is suffocating or oppressive.

The senses yearn, so you will be my savior.
My senses crave salvation, and I believe you can offer it to me.

So you will set me free.
I trust that you will release me from my pain and struggles.

This moral indoctrination.
I am being taught and controlled by a system of ethical beliefs.

The water deceives.
Something that appears pure and cleansing may actually be deceitful or harmful.

You left me broken, hard hearted, and yet you still made me suffer for what you deserved.
You caused me immense pain and suffering, yet you did not receive any punishment or consequences.

No need for attainment.
There is no necessity to achieve or obtain anything.

The consequence of your actions has left me afraid.
I am fearful of the repercussions of your past deeds.

Fall through the cracks. Let me down. Let me go free.
Allow me to slip through the imperfections, disappoint me, and allow me to escape without restraint.

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