Lands Of Fire
Iris Lyrics


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Lands of Fire


I'm crawling with fever
I'm sinking in deeper
I've reached but the water's no good
And so I'm gonna carry on
I'm dying and breathing
Was my own deceiving
In this life alone
I'll be so hard pressed to even carry on

When the journey started
When I knew I'd make it home
I was all for trying
'Til the path had led me wrong
Then I heard the warning
Yeah I knew it was to come soon
It cannot be refused

Aware is the vulture
It recently circles
My eyes going dry
Yes I'm sure I'll soon become the carrion

The west way goes eastern
And right where the beast yearns
A void lies inside
Now I'm here and there can never be return

When the journey started
When I knew I'd make it home
I was all for trying
'Til the path had led me wrong
Then I heard the warning
Yeah I knew it was to come soon
It cannot be refused

Few ever reach stars
Call to the healer
Divide the red tide
It's surely reached us
But I can't escape it
Everything I just don't love
Anything that I see
I just don't love
Anything that I see
I just don't love
Anything that I see
I just don't love
Anything that I see
Anything that I see

When the journey started
When I knew I'd make it home
I was all for trying
'Til the path had led me wrong
Then I heard the warning
Yeah I knew it was to come soon




It cannot be refused
(x2)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Iris's song "Lands of Fire" are quite symbolic, and the meaning can be interpreted in many ways. The singer begins by painting a picture of being overwhelmed and sinking deeper into a feverish state. She tries to reach for help, but the water around her is no use, and she must continue on her journey. The journey seems to have its ups and downs, with moments of triumph and moments of deception. The singer reflects on this and feels as though she must carry on, even if it's difficult.


The warning signs of danger are all around her, and she knows she must be aware. The vulture circling above is a symbol of impending death, and the void inside represents a lost opportunity. The singer feels as though she is alone in this journey, and she can't escape the painful reality of what lies ahead. There is a sense of darkness and hopelessness as she sings about not finding love in anything she sees.


Overall, "Lands of Fire" can be interpreted as a cautionary tale about the dangers of embarking on a journey without being fully prepared for what lies ahead. Whether it be a literal or metaphorical journey, the lyrics serve as a reminder to be aware of warning signs, and not to lose hope even in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm crawling with fever
I'm feeling feverish and unwell


I'm sinking in deeper
My troubles are getting worse and harder to handle


I've reached but the water's no good
I've tried to find relief, but it's not working


And so I'm gonna carry on
Despite this, I'm going to keep trying


I'm dying and breathing
I feel like I'm both living and dying inside


Was my own deceiving
I realize that I've been lying to myself


In this life alone
I have to face my struggles on my own


I'll be so hard pressed to even carry on
It will be difficult to keep going


When the journey started
At the beginning of my path


When I knew I'd make it home
When I thought I would reach my desired destination


I was all for trying
I was eager to keep going


'Til the path had led me wrong
Until I realized that the path was not right for me


Then I heard the warning
I received a warning that I couldn't ignore


Yeah I knew it was to come soon
I was aware that this warning would happen eventually


It cannot be refused
I couldn't ignore the warning


Aware is the vulture
I'm aware that danger is circling me.


It recently circles
The danger is getting closer


My eyes going dry
I'm becoming anxious and nervous


Yes I'm sure I'll soon become the carrion
I fear that I will soon become a victim of my circumstances


The west way goes eastern
My path has taken an unexpected turn


And right where the beast yearns
I'm headed towards danger and trouble


A void lies inside
I feel empty inside, as if something important is missing


Now I'm here and there can never be return
I'm stuck in this situation with no way out


Few ever reach stars
It's rare for people to achieve their biggest dreams


Call to the healer
I need help from someone who can heal me


Divide the red tide
I need to separate myself from harmful influences


It's surely reached us
The danger is right here, affecting us


But I can't escape it
I'm feeling trapped and unable to escape


Everything I just don't love
I'm dissatisfied with my life overall


Anything that I see
I can't find contentment in anything I encounter


When the journey started
At the beginning of my path


When I knew I'd make it home
When I still believed I could achieve success


I was all for trying
I had high hopes and determination


'Til the path had led me wrong
Until I realized that my path was not leading me to my goals


Then I heard the warning
I was given a warning that I had to pay attention to


Yeah I knew it was to come soon
I had a feeling that this warning was inevitable


It cannot be refused
I couldn't ignore the warning (repeated)




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Hades3rd

I really love the intro. The whole song is great but the intro is just awesome.

Celeste Waters

I just adore this song. For those days when it's raining and the moods are strange. Thanks for the post.

Vitor Hugo

one of my synthpop favourites!!

TheGockelgorski

Wonderful song...Love it.. :)

Frederic SCHMIDT

So good for my ears, great tune :-)

Greyhollow

love this tune

Freyja Waldeburg

Wow.. found this by accident. I love it.

Darlingfairy

My Fav Song ~ <3

Yam327

loveeeee it, make me dance....

ElectroKristo

The Best!

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