Icarus
Mankind Is Obsolete Lyrics


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Trapped within these walls
I find no peace
I find desolation
I prefer thoughts of destruction
To the bonds others created for me
Do I trust my dreams of flying
To distant shores I have never seen?
Where is my choice of destruction, the lies,
My choice of dying dreams?

(I want to lose control,
I don't want to lose control)

To fly, to fall, to leave

I have no fear, I've got a choice
I have no fear, where is my voice
I have no fear, this is no choice
I have no fear, this is my voice
I have no fear, there is no choice
I have no fear, this is my voice
I have no fear, I've made my choice
I have no fear, I've found my voice

They are a part of me
The waves, the sky, all that I see
To feel their voice inside of me
Is all I've ever dreamed
The sun's embrace will guide me
And I can never fall

(I want to lose control,
I don't want to lose control)

And there is nothing I can do

I have no fear, I've made my choice
I have no fear, I've found my voice
I will not fear, there is no choice
I will not fear, this is my voice
I will not fear, this is my choice
I will not fear, you've heard my voice
I am my fear, I have no choice
I am my fear, this is my voice
(I am my fear)
I have no fear, this is my choice
I have no fear, forget my voice
I have no fear, I've flown to heights
I have no fear, I've touched sunlight
I have no fear, I've lived for this
I have no fear, I believe this




I have no fear, I've left it all
I have no fear, I want to fall.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mankind Is Obsolete's song "Icarus" deals with issues of entrapment, decision-making, and fulfilling one's desires. The song centers around the character of Icarus who is imprisoned within walls, seeking destruction and freedom by soaring in the sky. The line "I prefer thoughts of destruction, to the bonds others created for me" speaks to the frustration of being held back and controlled by others, which ultimately leads the singer to choose to take flight.


The lyrics then go on to show that Icarus is faced with the fears of flying and falling but decides to overcome them and take matters into his own hands. The repeated phrase "I have no fear" reveals the singer's newfound courage in pursuing his dreams of flying to unknown places. The lyrics also emphasize that the singer's desire to fly and escape his situation is not just a whimsical dream, but a deep-seated need, "The waves, the sky, all that I see, To feel their voice inside of me, Is all I've ever dreamed."


Overall, the lyrics of "Icarus" by Mankind is Obsolete highlight the idea that freedom and fulfillment can only be achieved through taking risks and chasing one's aspirations, even if it means leaving everything behind.


Line by Line Meaning

Trapped within these walls
I'm stuck and feeling isolated


I find no peace
I'm struggling to find serenity


I find desolation
Feeling alone and empty


I prefer thoughts of destruction
My mind is preoccupied with harmful intentions


To the bonds others created for me
I feel tied down by the expectations and constraints others have placed on me


Do I trust my dreams of flying
Questioning whether I can rely on my aspirations to soar


To distant shores I have never seen?
Wondering if the life I dream of is too far beyond reach


Where is my choice of destruction, the lies,
Where are the actions that will allow me to break free from my troubles?


My choice of dying dreams?
The dreams that don't inspire me anymore


To fly, to fall, to leave
I want to soar, or at least take a chance, even if there's a chance I'll fall


I have no fear, I've got a choice
I'm not afraid, because I have the privilege of a decision


I have no fear, where is my voice
I may not be afraid, but I still feel unheard


I have no fear, this is no choice
This isn't just some fleeting decision - this is my life path


I have no fear, this is my voice
This is who I really am and what I believe


I have no fear, there is no choice
I'm committed to following through with my dreams, there's no turning back now


I have no fear, I've made my choice
I've charted my own course, and I'm not looking back


I have no fear, I've found my voice
I've discovered what's truly important and unique about me


They are a part of me
The world and its natural elements are integrated into who I am


The waves, the sky, all that I see
I'm inspired by the scenery around me


To feel their voice inside of me
I'm moved by the sensations of nature


Is all I've ever dreamed
Interacting with the environment is my ultimate desire


The sun's embrace will guide me
Finding the warmth and light of hope and positivity in my journey


And I can never fall
Feeling like nothing can stop me now, that I'm invincible


And there is nothing I can do
I'm ready to let the chips fall where they may


I will not fear, there is no choice
Even though things are uncertain, I won't allow fear to control me


This is my voice
This is who I truly am


You've heard my voice
Others can recognize my authentic self


I am my fear, I have no choice
Instead of fear controlling me, I've allowed it to become a part of me


I am my fear, this is my voice
Accepting that fear is a part of me, and that's okay


I have no fear, forget my voice
Choosing to leave behind any fears or doubts that may have held me back before


I have no fear, I've flown to heights
I have no fear, I've taken risks and gone places I never thought I could


I have no fear, I've touched sunlight
I have no fear, I've experienced the joy and satisfaction of success


I have no fear, I've lived for this
I have no fear, I've pursued this dream with everything I have


I have no fear, I believe this
I have no fear, because I truly believe in what I'm doing


I have no fear, I've left it all
I have no fear, I've abandoned everything else in favor of this path


I have no fear, I want to fall.
I have no fear, even if it's a disaster, I'm willing to take a gamble




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