2. Narziss were … Read Full Bio ↴1. Narziss is an Austrian Black metal band.
2. Narziss were one of Germany's most potential metalcore outfits, and one of the precursors of the notorious German metalcore scene, a band that has to be named, when you think of bands like Heaven Shall Burn, Caliban and Maroon. They have played countless shows all over Europe and had numerous releases since their founding in 1999. Most of their records were released through their own label Circulation Records, like for example the last three albums 'Ebenbilder' (2000 Cdep / 2005 2CD rerelease), 'Die Hoffnung stirbt zuletzt' (2002) and 'Neue Welt' (2004).
With lots of strength and determination, trademarks that can also be found in the actual music, Narziss have constantly been evolving. The band has not only been improving their skills through endless touring through a lot of European countries and lots of studio-sessions, but also through some line-up changes that always kept fresh influences mixing with band's sound. The current line-up is together since 2004 and consists of Alexander Bartsch (Vocals), Steven Kretschmar (Bass), Steffen Adolf (Drums), Johannes Müller (Guitar) and Sebastian Metzner (Guitar).
Narziss' music can best be described as a genius mix of melody and brutality, melancholy and apocalypse, emotions and struggle. The band's most noteable trademark has to be the German lyrics though, something very untypical for the metal and hardcore sector. But Narziss feel it is their duty to write deep lyrics without being too intelectually charged in an artificial way. And the band thinks they can only capture authentically what they wish, think, feel and hope for in their native language. bla bla bla bla bla. Disbanded in 2011
Perfection
Narziss Lyrics
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seduces the obsessed
Into estrangement of body and soul
Their cold glance wanders over burial mounds!
No stone remains unturned
No piece of earth unexplored
No live stays sacrosanct - No live stays sacrosanct
At his beginning he doesn't foresee
that his time will exceed
At his end he will understand
the only thing that counts is his own agony
What man begins: before his eyes it fades away
He'd like to be a perfect man and executor
But what remains is escape...
But what remains is escape...
All the beauty of the world, the world he lives in
means nothing compared to his creation
He applies his own rules to everyone
who doesn't step aside, has to fall
No stone remains unturned
No piece of earth unexplored
No live stays sacrosanct - No live stays sacrosanct
Nothing that couldn't be changed
The future of his children, a light-hearted game
played under the pretence of progress
CARELESSNESS AS THE RESULT OF LOSS OF FEELINGS
CARELESS HE STRIDES TOWARDS DESTRUCTION
What man begins: before his eyes it fades away
He'd like to be a perfect man and executor
But what remains is escape...
But what remains is escape...
The song "Perfection" by Narziss explores the concept of striving for an unattainable state of perfection and the consequences of such a pursuit. The lyrics speak of how the yearning for perfection can lead one to become obsessed and detach from their physical and emotional self. The line "Their cold glance wanders over burial mounds!" suggests that the pursuit of perfection can turn one into a lifeless, zombie-like creature.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea that the pursuit of perfection can lead to a disregard for others and the world around us. The lines "He applies his own rules to everyone who doesn't step aside, has to fall" shows how the pursuit of perfection can lead to an arrogant, selfish mindset.
The song ends on a somber note, with the realization that the pursuit of perfection is futile and can ultimately lead to destruction. The lines "What man begins: before his eyes it fades away. He'd like to be a perfect man and executor. But what remains is escape..." convey a sense of disappointment and resignation, as if the singer has come to terms with the fact that perfection is impossible and that the pursuit of it is ultimately unsatisfying.
Overall, the song "Perfection" by Narziss is a commentary on the dangers of pursuing an unrealistic and unattainable goal, and how such a pursuit can lead to detachment, disregard for others, and ultimately, self-destruction.
Line by Line Meaning
The craving for higher perfection
The desire for absolute perfection beyond what is deemed achievable.
seduces the obsessed
Tempting those that are overly infatuated with perfection.
Into estrangement of body and soul
Leading them to become disconnected from their physical and spiritual selves.
Their cold glance wanders over burial mounds!
Their gaze is devoid of emotion, surveying graves without empathy.
No stone remains unturned
Nothing is left unexamined or unquestioned.
No piece of earth unexplored
No area of existence untouched or undiscovered.
No live stays sacrosanct - No live stays sacrosanct
Nothing is held sacred or untouchable, not even life.
Nothing that couldn't be changed
Everything is subject to transformation and alteration.
At his beginning he doesn't foresee
At first, he did not anticipate the extent of his pursuits.
that his time will exceed
That he will become consumed by his endeavors beyond his control.
At his end he will understand
Only in his final moments will he realize the truth of his existence.
the only thing that counts is his own agony
The only thing that matters is the pain he has caused himself.
What man begins: before his eyes it fades away
The things he creates become temporary and fleeting.
He'd like to be a perfect man and executor
He desires to be both flawless and in control.
But what remains is escape...
In the end, he is unable to face reality and retreats.
All the beauty of the world, the world he lives in
Everything that is aesthetically pleasing and meaningful to him.
means nothing compared to his creation
His own creations are more important to him than anything else.
He applies his own rules to everyone
He enforces his own laws and standards unto others.
who doesn't step aside, has to fall
Those who resist his will, will ultimately fail.
The future of his children, a light-hearted game
His children's future is perceived as a frivolous activity.
played under the pretence of progress
Done under the guise of advancing oneself or society.
CARELESSNESS AS THE RESULT OF LOSS OF FEELINGS
Indifference caused by emotional detachment.
CARELESS HE STRIDES TOWARDS DESTRUCTION
He moves recklessly towards his demise.
But what remains is escape...
Repeating the final line emphasizes the idea that escapism is his only solution.
Contributed by Cole K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@privateprivate8366
Yep. Even in my mother’s better moments, I see this. To her, I am apparently the person who should be doing everything, but who also holds blame for whatever she doesn’t want to take responsibility for. I note for myself that, when she voices this, it’s not as if she has to be in narcissistic rage or anything. Still, it is a question of, “Why didn’t you tell me I had to clean up my property or suffer possible dire consequences?” Well, firstly, I did. Many, many, many times. It feel on deaf ears and you were indifferent, doing whatever it was that you pleased. I couldn’t have done more if I ran you over with a truck.
Oh, that’s right. I could’ve done differently. I could’ve spent the better part of the last few years coming to your house, doing the work myself, while you continuously refused to part with anything, unless I drove away with it.
Look, I love my things, too. I’ve bought nice things. Too much for the space I’ve been trying to escape, in the hopes that one day, my life would get better and I’d be able to buy a home. I’ve tried selling a lot but, eBay is not like it once was. I’ve donated and disposed of items. But, even in going through all of that, I’ve never thought it was anyone else’s responsibility.
But, that is where my mother turned inheritance into a trap. Possibly the same for her business. The grooming of her constantly dragging a carrot to try to convince us to do whatever she liked. I don’t want to give the picture that she was completely overbearing or that I never knew how to say no. It was more like her insidiously building need and indebtedness. She helped me over the course of my life A LOT. But, I didn’t realize it was turning into a situation where she may have begun to feel that she was “allowing” me to work and have a life.
Anyway, here we are now. Perhaps a week away from her township’s inspection to let her know if they will condemn the property. They may condemn one and not the other. They may just fine her monthly, until she gets her shit in order. If she becomes homeless, she’ll need to get an apartment. I jus spoke with her last night and although she was in a quietly-stressed, worried and sorrowful mood, I already know she’ll ultimately blame me, even if things go well. She’s still cleaning. She says that the basement is a mess. Shelf had since about early Spring to clear the place. But, not only is there a lot. Quietly, assuredly, even though she denies it, she’s been telling the township to kiss her ass, by dragging her feet, until now, when things final seem to be a bit real. As I’ve said before, I knew I had to throw in the towel when I figured out that the town couldn’t get her to do anything.
Now, even though she has said she wouldn’t blame me, give it a minute.⌚️
@choosepeacetoday
As a survivor of narcissistic abuse, I enjoy "comic relief" occasionally. When the narcissist is trashing other people, I say to him. " Well, no one is perfect, right?". The response is always one of those moments where they "tell on themselves". Sad, but a little funny too.😃
@christinasanford1750
Just 2 minutes into this video, I realized something. I started thinking to myself, 'So what, one of their parents loved them when they did something right and didn't display loving affection when they did something wrong. They probabaly weren't even searching for perfection in it. Just a job done well. The real messed up part of the parenting was when which ever parent showered them with affection for not even re-trying to do it right. Thats the real dumb parent that set narcissism on its track.'... Cuz narcissist see how imperfect they are, though non of them even attempt to reTry at it again to get it right.
@privateprivate8366
Yep. Even in my mother’s better moments, I see this. To her, I am apparently the person who should be doing everything, but who also holds blame for whatever she doesn’t want to take responsibility for. I note for myself that, when she voices this, it’s not as if she has to be in narcissistic rage or anything. Still, it is a question of, “Why didn’t you tell me I had to clean up my property or suffer possible dire consequences?” Well, firstly, I did. Many, many, many times. It feel on deaf ears and you were indifferent, doing whatever it was that you pleased. I couldn’t have done more if I ran you over with a truck.
Oh, that’s right. I could’ve done differently. I could’ve spent the better part of the last few years coming to your house, doing the work myself, while you continuously refused to part with anything, unless I drove away with it.
Look, I love my things, too. I’ve bought nice things. Too much for the space I’ve been trying to escape, in the hopes that one day, my life would get better and I’d be able to buy a home. I’ve tried selling a lot but, eBay is not like it once was. I’ve donated and disposed of items. But, even in going through all of that, I’ve never thought it was anyone else’s responsibility.
But, that is where my mother turned inheritance into a trap. Possibly the same for her business. The grooming of her constantly dragging a carrot to try to convince us to do whatever she liked. I don’t want to give the picture that she was completely overbearing or that I never knew how to say no. It was more like her insidiously building need and indebtedness. She helped me over the course of my life A LOT. But, I didn’t realize it was turning into a situation where she may have begun to feel that she was “allowing” me to work and have a life.
Anyway, here we are now. Perhaps a week away from her township’s inspection to let her know if they will condemn the property. They may condemn one and not the other. They may just fine her monthly, until she gets her shit in order. If she becomes homeless, she’ll need to get an apartment. I jus spoke with her last night and although she was in a quietly-stressed, worried and sorrowful mood, I already know she’ll ultimately blame me, even if things go well. She’s still cleaning. She says that the basement is a mess. Shelf had since about early Spring to clear the place. But, not only is there a lot. Quietly, assuredly, even though she denies it, she’s been telling the township to kiss her ass, by dragging her feet, until now, when things final seem to be a bit real. As I’ve said before, I knew I had to throw in the towel when I figured out that the town couldn’t get her to do anything.
Now, even though she has said she wouldn’t blame me, give it a minute.⌚️
@Nancy-yw1rr
I have told my spouse repeatedly that I don't expect him to be perfect, and that no one on the planet is perfect. I thought this would reassure him that my expectations are not unreasonable and let him feel that it's okay to make mistakes. No dice.
@thelittleshamanhealing
Nope. Because it doesn't really matter what you believe.
@Nancy-yw1rr
@@thelittleshamanhealing He has no tolerance for reality or fairness or decency or common sense.
I've wondered if it is exhausting for him to keep all his crazy balls in the air.
@Nancy-yw1rr
@Three Brooklyn Cats Yes! And all the wasted effort their victims expend trying to appease them to keep the peace.
@Brenmenn
i remember mine pulled roots in the summer for money because he can't hold a regular job. i would help him and my god he did all of it perfectly. the root guy told he he had the best may apple in town lol. i didnt do it perfectly though because i had no idea what i was doing. im a beautician and this pulling roots was so not me.
@aliceroberts1980
How can they believe there perfect if they have to lie! They have to put people down to feel good about themselves that’s definitely not perfect. Well he’s not getting 😆😆anything from me I’m done
@thelittleshamanhealing
It's such a twisted, convoluted situation.