Then in early 1998, Christian had to be replaced due to the chemistry between him and the rest of the band. After getting a tip from a friend about a very talented singer Christian was replaced and Morifade found a new one in Stefan Petersson. During the writing process of the bands first album also Fredrik had to leave the band due personal issues. The band decided to record the album as a quartet.
The first full-length album “Possession of Power” was recorded in different sessions between June and August in 1999 at Wet Paint Studio in Norrköping, Sweden and released in November the same year. The press praised the album and it was given tremendously good reviews from all over the world. Some months after the release two new members were found in Fredrik Eriksson (ex- Tad Morose) and Adrian Kanebäck (ex- Nephenzy). With this line-up Morifade also began to gain a lot of gigs both in Sweden and Europe.
In the month of May 2000 the band entered the Los Angered Recording Studio with owner, engineer and producer Andy La Rocque (well-known from King Diamond). This time to record some songs for a new MCD entitled “Cast a Spell” and “Judas”, a cover song for a tribute to Helloween (The Keepers of Jericho Part I). After the recording several major problems began with their label and the band decided to leave immediately.
Besides the writing of new material for their second full-length album, Morifade was now in search for a new record label. Promo-CD’s was sent over the world and the band was in contact with many great labels. Finally the band decided to sign with Hammerheart Records (Now Karmageddon Media) in The Netherlands. During this time Adrian left the band in lack of interest and due to personal issues. The band soon found a replacement in Kim’s younger brother Robin Arnell.
In July 2001 the recording of the second full-length album “Imaginarium” started. Satisfied with result of the last MCD the band entered the Los Angered Recording Studio again. The recording was finished in August but due to some re-mixes of the album it wasn’t released before April 2002. Even this album got really good response from the world. With “Imaginarium”, Morifade was for the first time introduced to the Japanese audience. The company King Records released the album in Japan.
The recording of the new album DOMI<>NATION took place for the third time in Los Angered Recording studio, it started in January 2003 and ended with the mixing in April the same year. However, all vocals and choirs are recorded in a studio called Monogram Recordings in Stockholm. This album is heavier than any of the albums that Morifade have released before. It’s a concept album based on two novels, “1984” by George Orwell and Brave New World by Aldous Huxley. Briefly, the concept is about the surveillance society that we’re approaching more and more. DOMI<>NATION is released in January 2004. In mid 2004 Stefan decided to leave Morifade, he was soon replaced by Kristian Wallin.
The Enemy Within
Morifade Lyrics
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(Lyrics: S. Petersson)
In the still of my mind
I heard the words…and once again
When loneliness comes I know I'll be there
Those echoing voices now confine
What's left of me
Set me free…before the numbness spreads
Before the fear has taken hold
In my hour of need
I'm drained of my thoughts
And my will is growing cold
(PRE CHORUS)
Will this road lead me home?
Am I lost inside a dream?
Nothing is what it seem
(CHORUS)
Come follow me through darkness
Guide me through pain
Be the shelter I need to remain
Show the way where deliverance's to find
Give me reason
Salvation from this shattered mind
When bitterness forms your every move
The hate leaves scars
Your shadow encloses all in your way
Can't tell my memories from dreams anymore
The distance grows
Consuming illusions spreading decay
Let me be…before my senses fade
Before the fear has taken hold
In my hour of need
I'm jaded and weak
And my will is growing cold
PRE CHORUS – CHORUS
The Enemy Within by Morifade is a song that delves deep into the inner turmoil of a person's mind. The lyrics describe the struggle of being haunted by one's past and how it affects their thoughts and actions in the present. The first verse talks about the overwhelming feeling of loneliness and how it leads to the individual hearing voices in their mind. These voices could be memories or even sins that the person has committed in the past. The individual is begging to be set free from this mental prison before the fear takes hold of them completely.
The pre-chorus and chorus talk about the individual seeking guidance and shelter from the pain and darkness that they are feeling. They are looking for a way to escape the mental agony and find salvation from their shattered mind. The second verse touches upon the theme of bitterness and hate, which can leave scars on a person's mind and soul. The individual is struggling to tell the difference between their memories and dreams, as the distance between reality and illusion grows.
Overall, The Enemy Within is a poignant and introspective song that deals with the issues of mental health, self-doubt, and the struggle to break free from the shackles of one's own mind.
Line by Line Meaning
In the still of my mind
In the calmness of my thoughts
I heard the words…and once again
I remembered the words I have heard before
When loneliness comes I know I'll be there
I am aware of my presence during solitude
Those echoing voices now confine
Voices from the past restrict me now
What's left of me
Only a part of me remains
The whispering sins, the cross that I bear
I carry the weight of my past mistakes
Set me free…before the numbness spreads
I plead for liberation before the numbness takes over
Before the fear has taken hold
Before my mind is overcome with fear
In my hour of need
During my time of desperation
I'm drained of my thoughts
My mind is depleted
And my will is growing cold
My determination is fading
Will this road lead me home?
I question if this path will lead me to my destination
Am I lost inside a dream?
I am uncertain if I am living in reality
Nothing is what it seem
Things are not as they appear on the surface
Come follow me through darkness
Please accompany me through my struggles
Guide me through pain
Lead me through the hurt
Be the shelter I need to remain
Provide me with refuge to stay intact
Show the way where deliverance's to find
Guide me towards the path of redemption
Give me reason
Provide me with a purpose
Salvation from this shattered mind
Save me from my broken mental state
When bitterness forms your every move
When resentment dominates your actions
The hate leaves scars
The anger leaves lasting wounds
Your shadow encloses all in your way
Negativity affects everything in your path
Can't tell my memories from dreams anymore
I am unable to differentiate between reality and imagination
The distance grows
The separation increases
Consuming illusions spreading decay
Deceptive thoughts lead to degradation
Let me be…before my senses fade
Allow me to be free before my senses deteriorate
Before the fear has taken hold
Before I am overwhelmed with fear
In my hour of need
During my time of desperation
I'm jaded and weak
I am tired and feeble
And my will is growing cold
My determination is fading
Contributed by Mila M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.