1. Liturgy are an experimental b… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands called Liturgy:
1. Liturgy are an experimental black metal band from Brooklyn, New York. Originally the solo project of Haela Ravenna Hunt-Hendrix, the band expanded to a four-piece in 2008, after the release of the 12" Immortal Life, which was followed in 2009 with their debut album Renihilation. The group call their style "transcendental black metal", which is described in a declaration written by Hunt-Hendrix. Their second LP, titled Aesthethica, came out in May 2011; their third, The Ark Work, in March 2015; their fourth, H.A.Q.Q., in November 2019; and their fifth, Origin of the Alimonies, in November 2020. Hendrix was also previously a member of screamo group Birthday Boyz and Holy Wars (http://www.myspace.com/theholywars). She came out as transgender in May 2020.
2. Liturgy are a brutal death metal band from the United States. They formed in 2003 by Matti Way (Vocals, ex-Disgorge (US), ex-Cinerary) and Jamie Bailey (Bass also with Brodequin and ex-Cinerary). Jamie's brother Mike Bailey (Guitar also with Brodequin) and his friend Jon Engman (Drums, ex-Brodequin, Foetopsy) joined and the line-up was complete. The band released Dawn of Ash in 2004 on the label Unmatched Brutality and are currently working on material for their second full-length entitled The Genesis Race.
Vitriol
Liturgy Lyrics
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Because soon the ADHD kids will quiet down respectfully
Because soon the tractors will drive themselves on orderly hills
Because soon the pineal eye the pineal eye a penny a lie selah selah
I turn your ashes to gold
You repay me with vitriol
I allow your eyelashes to grow
I induce your honor sash to glow
You repay me with vitriol
Vitriol
Soon the yellow teeth will be fresh breath white
Soon money will be paper and success will be a crime
Soon the same jacket will fit every shoulder
Soon all the guys get into art school
Soon the cats will sing to their litter
Soon the trumpets will all melt together
Soon all the alloys will be separated
Soon jehova will part the waters
Soon the delicacies will be sprinkled with sea salt
Soon the media will try to be honest
Soon religions will love one another
Shoulder to shoulder
Primordial gender no more
Li and chi will kiss one another soon
Yin and Yang collapse together soon
Embryo
Soon form an content will cleave to one another
Soon thought will spurt out into expression
Soon contraception will conquer the earth
Soon cherubim give birth to single parents
Soon gauze will cover the caskets
Soon I′ll rule this anthill at last
Soon I'll run this racket at last
Soon the reason to go on living will be obvious
Soon the future will glitter with promise
Soon the range will be roved by wild horse
Free spirits
Assertive but respectful
Comfortable but not bored
Soon creation will finish its process
Soon all struggles will be recreational
And it will be time to arrive at a higher beginning
And let some other sufferer take it from here
Take it from here from here from here
Because soon the flowers will close up and sleep peacefully
Because soon the ADHD kids will quiet down respectfully
Because soon the tractors will drive themselves on orderly hills
Because soon the pineal eye the pineal ey a penny a lie selah selah
I turn your ashes to gold
You repay me with vitriol
I allow your eyelashes to grow
You repay me with vitriol
I induce your honor sash to glow
You repay me with vitriol
Vitriol
The lyrics of Liturgy's song "Vitriol" express a sense of anticipation for a future transformation and a longing for a better world. The repeated phrase "Because soon..." suggests that the singer is eagerly awaiting a time when certain things will change or improve. The opening lines mention flowers closing up and ADHD kids quieting down respectfully, indicating a desire for peacefulness and tranquility. This may reflect a longing for a time when nature and individuals can find rest and harmony.
The mention of tractors driving themselves on orderly hills suggests a vision of a future where technology and efficiency are seamlessly integrated into everyday life. The line "because soon the pineal eye, a penny, a lie" is cryptic and can be interpreted in multiple ways. It could be referring to a sense of awakening or enlightenment, or it could be a commentary on the deceptions and illusions of society.
The following stanzas discuss various transformations and societal shifts. The lines "I turn your ashes to gold, you repay me with vitriol" could be seen as a metaphor for the singer's efforts to bring positivity and transformation, only to be met with bitterness and negativity from others. This may reflect a frustration with the lack of appreciation or reciprocation for their efforts to create something better.
The lyrics continue to explore themes of change and progress. References to yellow teeth turning white and money being reduced to paper and success becoming a crime indicate a desire for purity and a rejection of corrupt systems. The mention of all the alloys being separated and Jehovah parting waters may allude to a desire for clarity and division between what is pure and what is impure.
As the lyrics progress, there is a sense of hope and optimism for the future. The lines speak of religions loving one another, gender boundaries dissolving, and the unity of opposing forces such as yin and yang. This suggests a longing for a world where harmony and acceptance prevail.
The closing lines of the song express a final hope for a future where creation has reached its fullest potential and struggles are no longer necessary. The mention of a higher beginning and the passing of the torch to "some other sufferer" implies a belief in the cyclical nature of existence and the passing down of responsibility for progress.
Overall, the lyrics of "Vitriol" convey a sense of longing for a future where peace, harmony, and transformation can be achieved. The song reflects a desire for positive change and a rejection of societal norms and systems that perpetuate negativity and dishonesty.
Line by Line Meaning
Because soon the flowers will close up and sleep peacefully
Because soon the chaotic and restless elements will calm down and find inner peace
Because soon the ADHD kids will quiet down respectfully
Because soon those with wandering minds and hyperactivity will find stillness and show respect
Because soon the tractors will drive themselves on orderly hills
Because soon automation will bring order and efficiency to the agricultural landscape
Because soon the pineal eye the pineal eye a penny a lie selah selah
Because soon the perception of reality and spiritual enlightenment will be distorted and manipulated
I turn your ashes to gold
I transform your life's remnants and struggles into something valuable and meaningful
You repay me with vitriol
You react to my kindness and efforts with harsh and bitter criticism
I allow your eyelashes to grow
I nurture and support your growth and well-being
You repay me with vitriol
You respond to my care and kindness with harsh and bitter criticism
I induce your honor sash to glow
I bring out your noble qualities and make them shine
You repay me with vitriol
You react to my efforts and support with harsh and bitter criticism
Soon the yellow teeth will be fresh breath white
Soon imperfections and flaws will be transformed into something appealing and attractive
Soon money will be paper and success will be a crime
Soon the value and significance of wealth and achievement will be distorted and questioned
Soon the same jacket will fit every shoulder
Soon there will be a sense of unity and equality, where everyone can share and have the same opportunities
Soon all the guys get into art school
Soon everyone will have access to artistic education and expression
Soon the cats will sing to their litter
Soon even the most unexpected beings will find a voice and expression
Soon the trumpets will all melt together
Soon different elements will blend harmoniously, creating a unified and powerful sound
Soon all the alloys will be separated
Soon the mixtures and combination of different elements will be dissected and understood
Soon jehova will part the waters
Soon divine intervention and miracles will occur, bringing about significant change
Soon the delicacies will be sprinkled with sea salt
Soon even the most refined and luxurious things will have a touch of simplicity and naturalness
Soon the media will try to be honest
Soon the media will strive for truthfulness and transparency
Soon religions will love one another
Soon different religious beliefs will find a common ground and show mutual love and respect
Shoulder to shoulder
Standing side by side in unity and support
Primordial gender no more
The original, rigid notions of gender will no longer hold power or significance
Li and chi will kiss one another soon
Balance and harmony will come together and intertwine
Yin and Yang collapse together soon
Opposing forces and energies will merge and coexist
Embryo
The beginning, the seed of something new
Soon form and content will cleave to one another
Soon the external and internal aspects of things will align and complement each other
Soon thought will spurt out into expression
Soon ideas and thoughts will burst forth and manifest in various forms
Soon contraception will conquer the earth
Soon the control of birth and fertility will dominate and reshape society
Soon cherubim give birth to single parents
Soon unlikely figures will bring forth and raise children on their own
Soon gauze will cover the caskets
Soon death and loss will be softened and adorned with gentle care
Soon I′ll rule this anthill at last
Soon I will take control and lead in this small, bustling society
Soon I'll run this racket at last
Soon I will take charge and make things work in this chaotic situation
Soon the reason to go on living will be obvious
Soon the purpose and motivation to continue living will become clear and undeniable
Soon the future will glitter with promise
Soon the days ahead will shine with hope and potential
Soon the range will be roved by wild horse
Soon freedom and untamed spirit will explore and wander through vast landscapes
Free spirits
Those who are unrestrained and uninhibited in their thoughts and actions
Assertive but respectful
Being confident and firm while still showing consideration and politeness
Comfortable but not bored
Finding contentment and ease without succumbing to monotony or apathy
Soon creation will finish its process
Soon the act of bringing something into existence will reach its completion
Soon all struggles will be recreational
Soon challenges and difficulties will be approached and faced as enjoyable and recreational activities
And it will be time to arrive at a higher beginning
And the moment will come to embark on a new phase of growth and evolution
And let some other sufferer take it from here
And allow someone else who has endured hardships to continue the journey
Take it from here from here from here
Carry on from this point and continue moving forward
Writer(s): Hunter Hunt-hendrix
Contributed by Aaron K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.