The band have charted in the Top 100 in Denmark with The Audio Injected Soul and were the first Danish metal band to open the Orange Stage at Roskilde Festival in 2004, one of Europe's biggest mainstream festivals with 80,000 spectators. They have worked with Down and The Fugees producer Warren Riker on the Passenger album, collaborated with Roy Z (Judas Priest and Bruce Dickinson producer) and are featured on the soundtracks of Alone in the Dark, Echo (with Kim Bodnia) and Nordkraft movies.
They have released four full length albums, and have toured with bands such as Metallica, Deftones, Machine Head, Meshuggah, Arch Enemy, All That Remains, Fear Factory, The Haunted, Soilwork and God Forbid.
Liquid
Mnemic Lyrics
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I am forced into a shaking world when all I need is safe and sound
I am not satisfied
Looking into a mirror but I don't really think I need to reflect
I am unrealistically happy although I know it's just a state of neglect
I am not satisfied
As the fire burns I'm standing still, I'm paralyzed and cold
I am practically liquid and although I'm breathing I am dead
(although I'm breathing I am dead)
I am second in line when all they needed was number one
I am sitting in the corner of that circle they placed me in
I am not satisfied
I don't mean to disagree but it just seems that I am lost in situations that
won't ever turn out in my favor
I might just give in
It just seems that I will always live my life face down
And still I am not satisfied
The lyrics to Mnemic’s song “Liquid” speak to the struggles of finding one’s place in the world, the feeling of being stuck in a situation, and the internal battle between feeling satisfied and feeling lost. The opening lines of the song speak to a desire for stability and security, an innate human need for safety and comfort. However, the singer acknowledges the shaky ground they are forced to stand on which makes them feel unstable. They speak of a dissatisfaction which seems to stem from an internal feeling rather than external circumstance. Looking into a mirror, the singer reflects on their unrealistically happy state, acknowledging that it is only a temporary escape from the state of neglect they are actually in.
The chorus brings a shift in the mood of the song as the singer speaks of being practically liquid and paralyzed in the face of the fire that is burning them. The idea of being liquid conjures up images of being formless and shapeless, easily influenced and unable to stand up for oneself. The metaphor of the fire reinforces the feeling of being trapped within a difficult and painful situation, one that they are unable to escape from. The line “although I’m breathing I am dead” speaks to the emotional numbness that comes with feeling stuck in a tough spot.
The final verse of the song focuses on the feeling of being lost and not knowing one’s place within society or even within one’s own personal circles. There is a self-deprecating tone that comes through as the singer talks about being “second in line” and “sitting in the corner” of a circle. They feel insignificant and undervalued which brings on feelings of dissatisfaction and unhappiness. The final line, “And still I am not satisfied” serves as a haunting conclusion, reminding us that sometimes even when we have everything we need, we can still feel lost and unfulfilled.
Line by Line Meaning
As my senses evolve I need to learn to stand my ground
As I develop new perspectives, I must also learn to assert myself and stay firm in my beliefs and values.
I am forced into a shaking world when all I need is safe and sound
Despite my desire for security and comfort, the unpredictable nature of the world challenges and shakes me, leaving me vulnerable and insecure.
I am not satisfied
I feel a sense of discontent and unease, as though something is missing from my life.
Looking into a mirror but I don't really think I need to reflect
Although I see my reflection, I feel disconnected from my own image and identity, as though I do not need or want to reflect on myself.
I am unrealistically happy although I know it's just a state of neglect
Despite my surface-level happiness, I recognize that it is not truly fulfilling or sustainable, but rather a temporary distraction from deeper issues and emotions.
As the fire burns I'm standing still, I'm paralyzed and cold
While surrounded by chaos or intense emotions, I feel frozen and unable to take action or move forward.
(Watch my dream unfold)
This line is sung as a reassurance or a reminder to self of the potential for future growth and success.
I am practically liquid and although I'm breathing I am dead
I feel fluid and unformed, as though I lack a solid sense of self and purpose, despite the fact that I am still alive and functioning.
I am second in line when all they needed was number one
I feel overlooked or underappreciated, as though I am not receiving the recognition or validation that I desire, even when I believe I am worthy of it.
I am sitting in the corner of that circle they placed me in
I feel restricted or trapped within limitations or expectations set by others, without the ability to break free and assert myself.
I don't mean to disagree but it just seems that I am lost in situations that won't ever turn out in my favor
Although I do not wish to contradict others, I feel powerless and hopeless in situations that seem unlikely to benefit me or result in a positive outcome.
I might just give in
I am considering the possibility of surrendering or giving up, due to feelings of frustration, defeat, or exhaustion.
It just seems that I will always live my life face down
I feel as though I will always be weighed down by struggles or difficulties, unable to lift myself up or fully engage with the world around me.
And still I am not satisfied
Despite all of the emotions and experiences described in the song, I continue to feel unfulfilled and uneasy in my life.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANNE SOLDATT, JELLE PAULUSMA
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Muhammad Hafizi
As my senses evolve I need to learn to stand my ground
I am forced into a shaking world when all I need is safe and sound
I am not satisfied
Looking into a mirror but I don't really think I need to reflect
I am unrealistically happy although I know it's just a state of neglect
I am not satisfied
As the fire burns I'm standing still, I'm paralyzed and cold
(Watch my dream unfold)
I am practically liquid and although I'm breathing I am dead
(although I'm breathing I am dead)
I am second in line when all they needed was number one
I am sitting in the corner of that circle they placed me in
I am not satisfied
I don't mean to disagree but it just seems that I am lost in situations that
won't ever turn out in my favor
I might just give in
It just seems that I will always live my life face down
And still I am not satisfied
CyberWitchDr
These guys were easily 10 years ahead of their own time, and this album is fucking savage!
Lunke
nah, this is the epitome of early 2000. it's perfect and beautiful in it's own way frosted tips and all.. I love this shit!
rosaceus borgogne
@Torsten ScholzWTF.....progressive metal, they even cant make decent riffs.
Torsten Scholz
This is 17 years old but even today sounds more modern than most of today's metal. Stil a masterpiece of progressive thrash metal.
Mr Tiddles
@Tatou Cordylus It definitely shows, I just had these recommended through my usual run of DT/P and SYL.
Tatou Cordylus
I remembers me of an interview at the release of this album, that they we say to be influenced by strapping young lad
The 80s Live Again
2020 still going love this song.
Reezy Mobile
2022 big boy
Holyground
here form 2022 sill lovin it
Joe Lopez
2023!!!! This song and band still kicks EVERYTHING AND EVERYONES ASS!!!😈😈😈😈😈💪💪💪💪💪💪👊👊