The band consists of Ernest Salaz, Christian Goyer, Edward Robert, Tim White, with the addition of guitarist Daniel Del Favero after the release of their debut EP.
In March 2006 the band released their full-length debut Fear Is On Our Side on Secretly Canadian, based out of Bloomington, IN.
The official site is http://www.chosendarkness.com
The Ghost
I Love You But I've Chosen Darkness Lyrics
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Everyone rushed for the door
Boards were used to carry the impaired
The rescuers had withdrawn
The building is virtually black now
That's what the witness said
And how I will remain
I think about how I miss you
A fire swept through
Everyone rushed for the door
Boards were used to carry the impaired
The rescuers had withdrawn
I think about how I miss you
And how I will remain
I think about how I miss you
I think about how I miss you
I think about how I miss you
I think about how I miss you
I think about how I miss you
The lyrics of "The Ghost" by I Love You But I've Chosen Darkness seem to be about a tragic event that has caused separation between the singer and someone they miss deeply. The first verse describes a fire that has occurred in a building, causing chaos and panic as people try to escape. The line "Boards were used to carry the impaired" suggests that some people may have been injured or unable to escape on their own. However, the second part of the verse reveals that the rescuers have withdrawn, leaving some behind.
The second verse repeats the first, with a slight change in wording that adds to the sense of hopelessness and finality. The building is now "virtually black," indicating that any hope of rescue is quickly fading. It is in the midst of the chaos and darkness that the singer thinks about the person they miss and reflects on their absence. The repetition of "I think about how I miss you" serves to underline the depth of their feelings and the sense of loss that they are experiencing.
Overall, the lyrics of "The Ghost" are haunting and melancholic, with a sense of tragedy and loss pervading the words. The theme of separation, whether through physical distance or emotional disconnect, is a prominent one. The imagery of the fire adds to this feeling of chaos and danger, making the lyrics feel urgent and immediate. Ultimately, the song captures the sense of missing someone who is no longer there, whether by choice or circumstance.
Line by Line Meaning
A fire swept through
There was a destructive fire
Everyone rushed for the door
All individuals present attempted to exit the building
Boards were used to carry the impaired
Those unable to walk out on their own required assistance
The rescuers had withdrawn
Individuals trained to provide aid had left the scene
The building is virtually black now
The building has suffered significant damage and is difficult to see inside of
That's what the witness said
An onlooker made this observation
I think about how I miss you
I am reflecting on my feelings of longing for you
And how I will remain
I am committed to holding onto these feelings
I think about how I miss you
I continue to think about you and feel a strong desire for your company
I think about how I miss you
My thoughts are consumed by memories of you and the longing I feel
I think about how I miss you
My thoughts remain fixated on my feelings of yearning for you
I think about how I miss you
My feelings of longing and desire for you have yet to dissipate
Contributed by Lauren H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.