Morifade is a Semi-Progressive/ Power Metal band from Sweden. The band was … Read Full Bio ↴Morifade is a Semi-Progressive/ Power Metal band from Sweden. The band was originally formed in 1992 (under the name Gothic) by Jesper Johansson, Fredrik Johansson and Kim Arnell, shortly thereafter joined by Henrik Weimedal. In late 1996 Christian Stinga-Borg joined the band as new vocalist and after a local gig Morifade was signed to the new started label Loud N’ Proud Records. The MCD “Across the Starlit’ Sky” was recorded at Guja Studio in Linköping, Sweden in the end of 1997 and released in early 1998.

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.

Whispering Voices
Morifade Lyrics

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(Music & Lyrics: H. Weimedal)

For many years now I have been told
That I will pay for all my sins
But I don't know what, what I have done
Can someone tell me what I've done wrong
Trapped in a dungeon, chained to the bones
The walls are closing, surrounding me

My heart is hollow, filled with despair
Ooh hear my pleading, please hear my prayer

(PRE CHORUS)
The voices in my mind
Please take this pain away

(CHORUS)
In times of darkness
I am scared to close my eyes
I'm scared to falling into sleep
My mind is tumbled
By the memories of my past
Can someone help me, save my soul?

I feel he's close now I feel him breathe
Can sense the fear Can sense the pain
This is my doomsday This is my end
My life is over, was it all in vain?

PRE CHORUS – CHORUS

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Morifade's song Whispering Voices speak to the emotional and psychological turmoil of a person who is plagued by guilt and fear due to unknown reasons. The singer is tormented by the voices in his mind that remind him constantly he must pay for his sins, despite not being aware of what wrongs he has committed. This confusion and frustration lead him to feel trapped in a dungeon, surrounded by walls that are closing in on him, symbolizing his impending doom. The hopelessness of his situation is evident in the description of his heart as hollow and filled with despair, and he pleads for someone to hear him and take away his pain.

The chorus highlights the fear and anxiety that the singer experiences when he closes his eyes at night, fearful of falling asleep and facing the memories of his past. He describes his mind as tumbled, indicating the chaos and confusion that his guilt and fear have caused. The desperation in his voice is palpable as he begs for help to save his soul. The ending of the song is poignant as he senses his end nearing, and he wonders if his life has been in vain.

Overall, the song is a powerful expression of the pain that can come from guilt and fear, even when we don't know what we have done wrong. The struggle to overcome this burden is a universal one, and the haunting melody and lyrics of Morifade's song serve as a reminder of the importance of seeking help and reaching out to others when we need it.

Line by Line Meaning

For many years now I have been told
I have been warned for a long time now

That I will pay for all my sins
That I will face consequences for my wrongdoings

But I don't know what, what I have done
I am unsure of what I did wrong

Can someone tell me what I've done wrong
Can someone explain my mistakes to me

Trapped in a dungeon, chained to the bones
I am imprisoned and bound

The walls are closing, surrounding me
I feel suffocated and trapped

My heart is hollow, filled with despair
I am filled with hopelessness

Ooh hear my pleading, please hear my prayer
I am begging for help and mercy

The voices in my mind
My own thoughts and fears

Please take this pain away
I am asking for release from my suffering

In times of darkness
During my struggles and hardships