Irate's first two releases, the EP "Burden of a Crumbling Society" and the full length "11:34" (recorded with current bassist Curtis Reis), quickly solidified them as a powerful metal act. The first chance for the band to prove their ability in a live setting came at Castle Heights in Queens, NY. The shows at this venue established a loyal fan base and garnered the attention of other promoters and bands on the scene. As a result, Irate has also played the stages of CBGB's, LimeLight, Lamour's, The Downtown, Albany's Valentines and many more. The band has had the pleasure of supporting national acts such as Deicide, Overkill, Napalm Death, Death Angel, Hatebreed, Candiria and Nuclear Assault.
In late 2001, Irate embarked on their first overseas tour, headlining shows in Tokyo, Osaka and Nagoya in Japan. A year later the band found themselves on the road again, this time on a five country tour of Europe with stops in Belgium, Holland, England, France and Germany.
Last Known Status: Disbanded
Day of Reckoning
Irate Lyrics
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Understand numerous catastrophes has overcome my willingness to live.
My vow to thy on my darkest day is to rid thyself of slef-pity and rise to someday overcome this massive, depressive plague. To face tomorrow without sorrow. And yet I am afraid of what lies ahead. The unknown road is frightening to anyone who's ever lost their way. Yes I am ashamed of what I've done on this october day.
No more dishonesty. I speak through you, you speak through me. No more identity. I bleed through you, you bleed through me. No more disloyalty. I die by you, you die by me. No more uncertainty, against the odds we shall prevail.
I undestand that you're in pain. I sympathyze with your case. All the tears that fell between all the years that could have been. But it's done. It's left us here. We've overcome. Surpassed the fear. The time is now. Make no mistake. The world is here for us to take
The lyrics of "Day of Reckoning" by Irate explore the theme of love and loss, as well as the struggle to overcome depression and uncertainty in the face of catastrophic events. The singer, who appears to be addressing a former lover, acknowledges the mistakes and atrocities they have committed in the past, but also expresses a deep and abiding love that transcends those mistakes. The lines "My love for you shall never die. My bond is real it's there for life" suggest a commitment to a long-term and enduring relationship, even in the face of great challenges.
The singer also acknowledges their own struggle with depression, using metaphors of murder and death to describe the impact of their loss of love. The repetition of the phrase "No more" in the second verse suggests a commitment to change and growth, a rejection of dishonesty, disloyalty, and uncertainty. The lines "Against the odds we shall prevail" suggests a determination to overcome obstacles and face the future with bravery and optimism.
Overall, the lyrics of "Day of Reckoning" express a complex emotional landscape, in which deep love and commitment exist alongside pain, loss, and uncertainty. The singer acknowledges their own imperfections and struggles, while also expressing a hope for the future and a belief in the power of human connection and resilience.
Line by Line Meaning
Deflection is all that he perceives.
He constantly avoids responsibility and only sees things from his perspective.
So please forgive my atrocity.
I ask for your forgiveness for the terrible things I have done.
My love for you shall never die.
I will always love you, no matter what happens.
My bond is real it's there for life.
Our connection is genuine and will last forever.
I hope you someday realize my loss of love brought forth demise in everything i ever dreamed.
I wish you could understand that losing your love has destroyed all my hopes and dreams.
Murdered my soul and sanity.
Your actions have destroyed my spirit and my mental well-being.
Understand numerous catastrophes has overcome my willingness to live.
I have faced many tragedies that have made me question whether life is worth living.
My vow to thy on my darkest day is to rid thyself of slef-pity and rise to someday overcome this massive, depressive plague.
Even in my lowest moments, I promise to try and overcome my sadness and not wallow in self-pity.
To face tomorrow without sorrow.
I want to be able to look forward to the future without feeling sad or hopeless.
And yet I am afraid of what lies ahead.
I am scared of what the future holds and what will happen to me.
The unknown road is frightening to anyone who's ever lost their way.
The path ahead is scary for those who have lost their sense of direction.
Yes I am ashamed of what I've done on this october day.
I feel deeply embarrassed and guilty for my actions on that day in October.
No more dishonesty. I speak through you, you speak through me.
Let's be honest with each other and communicate openly and transparently.
No more identity. I bleed through you, you bleed through me.
Our lives and experiences are intertwined, and we are connected at a deep level.
No more disloyalty. I die by you, you die by me.
We are committed to each other and will always support one another, no matter what.
No more uncertainty, against the odds we shall prevail.
We will face any challenges together and emerge victorious.
I undestand that you're in pain. I sympathyze with your case.
I know you are hurting, and I feel deeply sorry for what you are going through.
All the tears that fell between all the years that could have been.
We have lost so much time and potential, and so many tears have been shed.
But it's done. It's left us here. We've overcome. Surpassed the fear.
But we can't change the past. We are still here, and we have already overcome so much.
The time is now. Make no mistake. The world is here for us to take.
We need to seize the moment and not waste any more time. The world is ours for the taking.
Contributed by Abigail D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.