1) A pseudonym of Ingrid Alberini… Read Full Bio ↴In-Grid is a name of at least two:
1) A pseudonym of Ingrid Alberini (b. 11 Sep 1973, Guastalla, RE, Italy), who is best known for her 2003 international club smash "You Promised Me (Tu Es Foutu)". The song was a big hit in Europe, Australia and in the United States, where it reached #1 on the Billboard Dance Top 40 chart in 2004 and was featured in the TV series "Queer Eye For The Straight Guy".
2) A Washington, D.C / Philadelphia punk duo (aka Ingrid), featuring members who have also played in Mass Movement of the Moth, The Guilt, and Layers/Quake.
Chaos
In-Grid Lyrics
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Fuck your lake of fire lies
If control is what you seek
Your future's lost into the deep
Irreverence and irony
Are monuments to what you'll be
Go ahead give me the blame
That shit to me is all the same
Look at it
The pendulum swings
The pendulum swings
There's no sympathy for
Silence in the presence of kings
Listen close your ears will bleed
And you'll know you've been deceived
Worms that feed on your decay
Don't give a shit what you are today
Body's left paralyzed
Now that you've come to realize
Forevermore, there is no truth
Only death I'm living proof
Look at it
Look at it
The pendulum swings
The pendulum swings
There's no sympathy for
Silence in the presence of kings
The lyrics to In-Grid's song "Chaos" are intense and thought-provoking. The opening line, "Creatures born in chaos thrive," suggest that the chaos in our lives can sometimes be an impetus for creativity and growth. The second line, "Fuck your lake of fire lies," could be interpreted as a rejection of traditional religious beliefs that use fear and threats of punishment to control people. The third line, "If control is what you seek, your future's lost into the deep," warns against the desire to control everything in one's life, which can lead to a loss of freedom and self-determination.
The fourth and fifth lines, "Irreverence and irony are monuments to what you'll be. Go ahead give me the blame, that shit to me is all the same," suggest that the singer is comfortable with being misunderstood or judged by others, and sees the value in embracing and even celebrating irreverence and irony. The repeated phrase "look at it, the pendulum swings" suggests that life is constantly moving back and forth between opposing forces, with no clear resolution or endpoint. The line "there's no sympathy for silence in the presence of kings" seems to suggest that speaking out against those in power is crucial, even when it is uncomfortable or risky.
The final verse, "Listen close your ears will bleed and you'll know you've been deceived. Worms that feed on your decay don't give a shit what you are today. Body's left paralyzed now that you've come to realize forevermore, there is no truth, only death I'm living proof," is perhaps the most harrowing. It suggests that those who prey on our weaknesses and vulnerabilities (the "worms") will continue to do so, regardless of who we are or what we believe. The final line, "only death I'm living proof," suggests that the only truth we can be certain of is our own mortality.
Line by Line Meaning
Creatures born in chaos thrive
Those who have been born in a chaotic environment tend to fare better than those who have not.
Fuck your lake of fire lies
Disregard any lies that may cause unwarranted fear or anxiety.
If control is what you seek
If your aim is to control everything and everyone you are interacting with, be warned.
Your future's lost into the deep
Trying to gain control of everything will be overwhelming and will cause you to lose focus on your true aspirations.
Irreverence and irony
Showing a lack of respect and using irony to mock a situation or person can have serious consequences.
Are monuments to what you'll be
Your actions will serve as a testament to your character.
Go ahead give me the blame
You can try to blame me for whatever problems you are facing, but it will not change anything.
That shit to me is all the same
I do not care what you think or say about me.
Look at it
Look at it
The pendulum swings
The pendulum swings
This is a reminder that everything in life is cyclical, and that things will eventually balance out.
There's no sympathy for
Silence in the presence of kings
Those in positions of power do not typically empathize with the needs or desires of those beneath them.
Listen close your ears will bleed
And you'll know you've been deceived
Be wary of those who speak too confidently or persuasively, as they may not be telling the truth.
Worms that feed on your decay
Don't give a shit what you are today
Those who are seeking to gain from your downfall do not care about your current state or well-being.
Body's left paralyzed
Now that you've come to realize
It can be immobilizing to accept a difficult truth, but it is necessary to move forward.
Forevermore, there is no truth
Only death I'm living proof
There is no one objective truth in life, and death is a reminder of this fact.
Look at it
Look at it
The pendulum swings
The pendulum swings
This is a reminder that everything in life is cyclical, and that things will eventually balance out.
There's no sympathy for
Silence in the presence of kings
Those in positions of power do not typically empathize with the needs or desires of those beneath them.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Andrew Harmic
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