They have released four albums: Prisonworld, Autumntales, Paranoid Circus and Leverage. Their latest Album Skin and Bones will be released in September 2014.
Band members:
Jessica Thierjung (vocals)
Oliver Thierjung (bass, backing vocals)
Linda Laukamp (cello, backing vocals)
Joon Laukamp (violin)
Tim Sonnenstuhl (guitar)
Markus Fidorra (drums)
Ex-members:
Martin Ahman (keys)
Daniel de Beer (drums)
Sven Engelmann (bass)
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Paranoid Circus
Lyriel Lyrics
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For the promise to find out
What it is all about
It's already down to heads or tails
Moira did belief in virtue and honesty but
You know innocence breaks so easily
Everything is set for the final fight
Deep inside you know it's not just black or white
You are well prepared for the final fight
Every day is judged by the framework
Of your certain point of view
Life is change just like the withering truth
Truth is just a philosophic term
That doesn’t serve the ways of life
Those who want to know bout life must
Find the trace of truth
I'm tired, would you take me home
Where I can rest in your arms
I don't need to make amends
But the streets where you take me home
Recall my paranoid circus of formative years
Playback life and anabolic arguments instead
Maybe that's it all about
It's already down to heads or tails
So she killed herself on a lovely morning
And the rising sun smiled in her numbly eyes
So please show me where the truth is in that sweet tale
You have to admit, it's nothing but a bale
Everything has failed if you can't see what's bright
What you see out there is just what you see inside
Reality is nothing than the register
Of crimes of a humankind
Now you agree it's up to us to do the what?s right
Right comes along with fortune
But fortune is a furtive friend indeed
You can only find the key of fortune in yourself
I'm tired, would you take me home
Where I can rest in your arms
I don't need to make amends
But the streets where you take me home
Recall my paranoid circus of formative years
Of formative years
I'm so tired
"Paranoid Circus" by Lyriel is a haunting and thought-provoking song that addresses the nuances of truth, innocence, and perspective. The song opens with an image of body parts - hands, fingers, arms, and neck - which symbolize the physical and emotional toll that comes with the search for truth ("For the promise to find out / What it is all about.") The chorus suggests that the journey to uncover the truth is tumultuous but inevitable, "...It's already down to heads or tails."
The song then references Moira, who believed in virtue and honesty, but "you know innocence breaks so easily." This line implies that the ideals of innocence and purity are fragile and can be corrupted by the reality of the world around us. The lyrics convey a sense of struggle to understand what is right, with the refrain "Everything is set for the final fight," suggesting that this question may ultimately lead to a battle between two opposing forces.
The second verse continues to grapple with the idea of truth, describing it as a philosophic term that does not necessarily serve the ways of life. The song encourages those who want to understand life to "find the trace of truth." The bridge then introduces a personal angle, with the singer expressing a desire to return home and escape the world around them. The final verse hints at tragedy, with Moira committing suicide, and the sun smiling "in her numbly eyes."
Overall, "Paranoid Circus" speaks to the complexity and elusiveness of the truth, and the personal toll that comes with the search for it. The song uses rich imagery and thought-provoking lyrics to convey a sense of confusion, struggle, and ultimately, acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
Hands and fingers, arms and neck
Referring to the physical sensations that come with anticipation and nervousness
For the promise to find out
Driven by the desire to uncover new knowledge or truth
What it is all about
Wondering about the purpose and meaning of life
It's already down to heads or tails
Facing a situation where there are only two possible outcomes, with no middle ground
Moira did belief in virtue and honesty but
Moira had strong beliefs in morality and honesty, but they were not enough in the face of certain circumstances
You know innocence breaks so easily
Innocence can be shattered quickly in a harsh world
So you can't choose it's not on you to know what's right
Sometimes the right thing to do is unclear, and it's not solely up to one person to make that decision
Everything is set for the final fight
The outcome of a situation has already been determined and there is no turning back
Deep inside you know it's not just black or white
Life is not as simple as good versus evil
You are well prepared for the final fight
One must prepare for the struggles and challenges life throws their way
Every day is judged by the framework
One's experiences and interactions are interpreted through their own unique perspective
Of your certain point of view
This perspective is shaped by one's beliefs, values, and experiences
Life is change just like the withering truth
Life is constantly changing and evolving, and the nature of truth is also subject to change or decay
Truth is just a philosophic term
The idea of truth is often abstract and not necessarily applicable in practical situations
That doesn’t serve the ways of life
In some cases, pursuing a strict or rigid concept of truth can be detrimental to one's well-being or the overall state of society
Those who want to know bout life must
To truly understand the complexities of life, one must be willing to explore and question different perspectives and aspects of existence
Find the trace of truth
In order to uncover one's own path and purpose, they must search for a sense of truth within themselves
I'm tired, would you take me home
Experiencing exhaustion and wishing for comfort and security
Where I can rest in your arms
Seeking refuge and relief from the stresses of the outside world
I don't need to make amends
Not feeling guilty or obligated to make up for any perceived wrongdoings
But the streets where you take me home
Being transported to a familiar and nostalgic setting
Recall my paranoid circus of formative years
Being reminded of the anxieties and uncertainties from one's past
Playback life and anabolic arguments instead
Reflecting on past experiences and debates
Maybe that's it all about
Perhaps the key to understanding life lies in examining and learning from past occurrences
So she killed herself on a lovely morning
Describing a harrowing event of suicide
And the rising sun smiled in her numbly eyes
Depicting the grim contrast between a beautiful natural surrounding and the tragedy that has taken place
So please show me where the truth is in that sweet tale
Questioning the underlying meaning or significance of a story
You have to admit, it's nothing but a bale
Acknowledging the bleak and unsatisfactory conclusion of a story or situation
Everything has failed if you can't see what's bright
Without hope, even the most successful outcomes can feel meaningless
What you see out there is just what you see inside
One's own perspective and inner state of mind can heavily influence their perceptions of the outside world
Reality is nothing than the register
The concept of 'reality' is subjective and a product of individual interpretation
Of crimes of a humankind
The actions and atrocities committed by humanity contribute to one's perception and understanding of 'reality'
Now you agree it's up to us to do the what?s right
Acknowledging that one's actions and decisions can impact and shape their own 'reality'
Right comes along with fortune
The concept of 'right' is not absolute, and success or good fortune can often be attributed to factors beyond one's control
But fortune is a furtive friend indeed
Good fortune can be fleeting and unpredictable
You can only find the key of fortune in yourself
The potential for good fortune lies within oneself, through personal growth and development
Of formative years
Reflecting on the experiences and events that have shaped one's personal growth and development
I'm so tired
Expressing fatigue or exhaustion
Contributed by Gavin G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Timber Groeneveld
I love the key changing with the final chorus at 3:23. It reminds my of some older pop songs where it was used to make the ending more epic. Nowadays it's very rare to hear this unfortunately, especially in a metal song.
audiotwelve
after going through so many (nightwish, xandria, tristania) that are almost what i want with minor offense to my taste, i found lyriel... this is divine.
Darkehorse71
I love that this band has real string instruments instead of just keyboards. It sounds really awesome. Been looking for something like this for a long time.
Fandrir
One of my favorite symphonic metal songs!
roselilium
Me encanta, que dulce voz tiene la chica, ojalá hagan mas videoclips, me gustó también la versión que hicieron del hijo de la luna, me gusta mucho este grupo :D
xtwofoldsilencex
This song STILL gives me chills
Flávio Rodrigues
Still one of my favorite albums
Matthew Douglas
I Love this sad song!!!! Tears are brought to my eyes because it's a great song indeed!!!!!
Takachi Shima
This song is perfect.
Astra
This song has such a powerful chorus, plus a great atmosphere to it. Am I the only one that can't believe how people go on about all these "hot" pop stars that wear practically nothing when you have actual singers like this that are 1000000x more attractive and are way classier to boot.