Spiral Shadow
Kylesa Lyrics


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I'm settled in fear
Why? How?
Is death near?

Broken and so uncertain

Grounded foresight
Crowded hindsight
Ground too bitter




Stumbling center
Taken, continue

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Kylesa's song Spiral Shadow depict a sense of fear and uncertainty, with the singer questioning the impending possibility of death. The opening lines "I'm settled in fear, Why? How? Is death near?" set the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer seems to be experiencing a sort of existential crisis. The juxtaposition of "grounded foresight" and "crowded hindsight" suggests a feeling of being trapped between the past and future, with the present feeling bitter and uncomfortable. The line "Stumbling center, Taken, continue" also echoes this sense of feeling lost or off-kilter, yet still moving forward without direction.


Overall, the lyrics of Spiral Shadow convey a deep-seated anxiety and a sense of being stuck in limbo, unable to move forward or find a sense of purpose. The repetition of the same phrases over and over again throughout the song emphasizes the cyclical nature of these feelings, as the singer seems trapped in an endless spiral of fear and uncertainty.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm settled in fear
I have become comfortable with living in a state of fear and anxiety


Why? How?
I question the reasons and methods behind my current state of fear


Is death near?
I am constantly wondering if my fear will ultimately lead to my demise


Broken and so uncertain
I feel shattered and unsure of myself and my surroundings


Grounded foresight
I have a practical and accurate understanding of the future


Crowded hindsight
My past experiences are overwhelming and confusing


Ground too bitter
My present situation is unpleasant and difficult to deal with


Stumbling center
I am struggling to find balance and stability in my life


Taken, continue
Despite my fear and uncertainty, I am moving forward and persevering through my struggles




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JT

This has been my ringtone for like 5 years...

Vmac

same, around 4

Mothboi

Laura’s solos are always pleasing to me

Sabrina KrisB

Love it. She has the perfect voice for this kind of band.

BASAALT

Énorme !!!

SweetSmoke21

Brilliant!!

Tayfun Akkuş

I'm getting Buckethead vibes here, good stuff.

todd booth

this is the best song I have ever fucking heard

Sabrina KrisB

Laura sounds like Stevie Nicks did back in the 70s!

Stan Wak

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