1) Hexenhaus was a swedish speed/… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists by the name:
1) Hexenhaus was a swedish speed/thrash metal band from Solna, featuring Mercyful Fate and King Diamond guitarist Mike Wead (a.k.a. Mikael Vikström).
2) Hexenhaus was an 80's Finnish post-punk/deathrock band, active 1983-1987. Band will appeal to fans of Musta Paraati, Silmat, and Kuudes Tunti.
1984 7" single Ikiyö/Katacombi
3) Hexenhaus (Sweden) did not exactly split up after Awakening, they morphed into Memento Mori, and then back into Hexenhaus. Most of the songs on Memento Mori's debut were written for a then new Hexenhaus record.
Betrayed
Hexenhaus Lyrics
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Forced to live on what`s like borrowed time
A prisoner of innocence sentenced to death,
Condemned to die by the human hand
(Where injustness reigns)
Awaiting the execution
The hour of dying is creeping up to me
The wishes spin round and round within and twisting my mind
I`ll relinquish life
Innocent in uncertainly
Of who is properly guilty
No turning back from beyond
A journey to infinity
Lead : Marco & Mike
Cold sweat at night
Pierce the marrow
A diabolic agony
A suffocation of the law
Prayers (in vain)
Echoes in the dark
Betrayed by justice
I don`t wanna die
Innocent in uncertainly
Of who is properly guilty
No turning back from beyond
A journey to infinity
I don`t wanna die ...
The lyrics of Hexenhaus's song Betrayed are a haunting portrayal of someone who has been wrongfully convicted and sentenced to death by the human hand. The opening lines "Enslaved to fear under lock and key / Forced to live on what's like borrowed time" sets a bleak tone of a life lived in constant fear and uncertainty. The singer is a "prisoner of innocence" and "condemned to die" in a world where "injustness reigns." The lyrics paint a picture of a person who is trapped in a nightmare, waiting for their execution, hoping that they will wake up to find it was all a dream.
As the hour of death approaches, the singer is tormented by wishes and thoughts that spin round and round, twisting their mind. They know that they must "relinquish life" and embark on a journey to infinity, but they are "innocent in uncertainty" and unsure of who is truly guilty. The cold sweat at night and the diabolic agony of being suffocated by the law only echoes their cries for prayers, which go unanswered. The singer has been "betrayed by justice," and at this point, there seems to be no hope left.
Overall, the lyrics of Betrayed are a poignant reminder of the injustices that exist in our society. The song delves into the emotions and thoughts of someone who has been wrongfully convicted and sentenced to death. It captures the fear, uncertainty, and hopelessness that such a person would feel, waiting for their execution. The song's message is powerful, showcasing the flaws of our human justice system and portraying the devastating impact it can have on innocent lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Enslaved to fear under lock and key
Trapped in fear and restricted freedom.
Forced to live on what`s like borrowed time
Living with the anxiety of imminent death.
A prisoner of innocence sentenced to death,
Being punished for a crime not committed.
Condemned to die by the human hand
Receiving the death penalty from people.
(Where injustness reigns)
Where fairness is absent.
Awaiting the execution
Anticipating the moment of death.
The hour of dying is creeping up to me
Feeling the approach of death.
"It`s just a dream, a bad dream, it`s just a nightmare"
Questioning the reality of the situation.
The wishes spin round and round within and twisting my mind
The thoughts are causing mental confusion.
I`ll relinquish life
Accepting death.
Innocent in uncertainly
Being unsure of one's innocence.
Of who is properly guilty
Unclear about who is responsible for the crime.
No turning back from beyond
No chance of reversing the situation.
A journey to infinity
A trip to unknown eternal destiny.
Lead : Marco & Mike
Credits for the music creators.
Cold sweat at night
Experiencing anxiety at night.
Pierce the marrow
Affecting the core of one's being.
A diabolic agony
Torturous pain.
A suffocation of the law
Feeling trapped by the legal system.
Prayers (in vain)
Requesting divine intervention without result.
Echoes in the dark
The sound of prayers reverberating in the darkness.
Betrayed by justice
Feeling failed by the legal system.
I don`t wanna die
Expressing a desire for life.
Innocent in uncertainly
Stressing on being perceived guilty despite being innocent.
Of who is properly guilty
Reiterating the thought of not being sure of the responsible party.
No turning back from beyond
Again emphasizing on the permanent nature of the situation.
A journey to infinity
Still emphasizing on the unknown eternal destiny.
I don`t wanna die ...
Repeatedly expressing a desire for life.
Contributed by Nolan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.