Life of Agony is an alternative metal band from Brooklyn, NY formed in 1989… Read Full Bio ↴Life of Agony is an alternative metal band from Brooklyn, NY formed in 1989. The lineup initially comprised vocalist Mina Caputo and her cousin Joey Z on guitar, and long-time friend Alan Robert on bass. Type O Negative's drummer Sal Abruscato was hired to record albums 'River Runs Red' and 'Ugly' on drums. He re-joined the band when they reformed in 2003.

After releasing two albums with this line-up, Sal left due to musical differences, and recruited a drummer for the recording/touring of 'Soul Searching Sun.' Caputo felt that the band's original spirit had left the band, and decided to quit in 1997. After a tour with replacement vocalist Whitfield Crane, the singer from Ugly Kid Joe, the band officially disbanded in 1999.

In 2003, the band reunited with their original line-up and played two sold-out shows before their home-town crowd, receiving great reception. This eventually led to a new studio album in 2005, namely 'Broken Valley'. Caputo came out as transgender in 2011. The band broke up again in 2012.

In 2014 the original 'River Runs Red' line-up returned to stage for several gigs. Their latest album A Place Where There's No More Pain was released in 2017. An upcoming album 'The Sound of Scars' is set to be released in 2019.

The Calm That Disturbs You
Life of Agony Lyrics

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Day by day
I'm falling more in love with you
And day by day
My love seems to grow

There isn't any end
To my devotion
It's deeper dear by far

Than any ocean

I find that day by day
You're making all my dreams come true
So come what may
I want you to know

I'm yours alone
And I'm in love to stay
As we go through the years
Day by day

I'm yours alone
And I'm in love to stay

As we go through the years
Day by day

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Life of Agony's song "The Calm That Disturbs You" are metaphorical and dark, painting a picture of a relationship that is disturbingly passionate and obsessive. The line "day by day I'm falling more in love with you" sets the tone for the rest of the song as it describes an unhealthy attachment that only intensifies with time. The love in question is not a gentle, pleasant experience but rather something that comprises an ongoing obsession.

The lyrics suggest that there is no end to the singer's devotion and that their love is greater than any ocean. It's important to note that the line "there isn't any end to my devotion" could be interpreted in different ways – as a testament to the strength of the love or as a warning sign of codependency. The following lines "you're making all my dreams come true. So come what may, I want you to know" further reinforce the idea of a seemingly perfect match.

However, the phrase "the calm that disturbs you" suggests that while on the surface everything might seem alright, something is unsettling or unnerving. The song is likely a cautionary tale about the darker aspects of love and relationships, and how they can be damaging if left unchecked.

Line by Line Meaning

Day by day
With each passing day

I'm falling more in love with you
I am becoming more devoted to you

And day by day
Continuously and gradually

My love seems to grow
My love for you continues to become stronger

There isn't any end
My love for you knows no bounds

To my devotion
I am completely committed to you

It's deeper dear by far
My love for you is much deeper than you realize

Than any ocean
My love for you is infinite and immeasurable

I find that day by day
I notice with each passing day

You're making all my dreams come true
You are consistently fulfilling my desires and wishes

So come what may
No matter what happens in the future