slave
Neurotic Machinery Lyrics
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In an ocean of tears I strangle my own wrath
Like you fought with your own rage
I fight my sorrow
Forever I'm your slave, the lacerations rot
Keep rotting forever like demons in your head
They never disappear, stalking every step
Just burn the ashes
Always judged the others. Never yourself - how humiliating
So you cut out your tongue to keep your secrets inside
Skin bruised, underground, life begins by decay
In an ocean of tears I strangle my own wrath
Forever I'm your slave, the lacerations rot
Keep rotting forever like demons in your head
They never disappear, stalking every step
Clad in emptiness seeping through my bones
Lay my shell into a nest of mold, just burn the ashes
Just burn the ashes
Just burn the ashes
The pain is overwhelming - only thing left for me
Believe me, I tried
The pain is overwhelming - only thing left for me
Just burn the ashes
The lyrics of "Slave" by Neurotic Machinery delve into themes of internal struggle, self-inflicted pain, and the relentless torment of one's own mind. The opening lines, "Skin bruised, underground, life begins by decay," suggest a sense of darkness and decay as the starting point of life. It portrays an image of being trapped underground, confined within the depths of one's own suffering.
The phrase "In an ocean of tears I strangle my own wrath" portrays a feeling of being overwhelmed by one's own emotions and trying to suppress the anger within. The comparison to fighting one's own rage, similar to how one might physically fight an opponent, emphasizes the internal struggle taking place.
The repetition of the line "Forever I'm your slave, the lacerations rot" highlights the feeling of being enslaved to one's own pain and how it festers and decays over time, much like a wound that refuses to heal. The reference to demons in the head suggests the presence of inner demons that haunt and torment the individual, never truly disappearing but rather stalking their every step.
The lyrics also touch upon the theme of self-judgment and constantly deflecting blame onto others. The lines "Always judged the others. Never yourself - how humiliating. So you cut out your tongue to keep your secrets inside" reveal a cycle of self-protection by avoiding personal accountability. This sense of humiliation leads to self-silencing and the internalization of secrets and personal pain.
The repeated refrain of "Just burn the ashes" can be interpreted as a call to let go of the past, to release the pain and suffering that has accumulated over time. It hints at the cathartic act of burning away the remnants of past struggles, allowing for a fresh start.
Line by Line Meaning
Skin bruised, underground, life begins by decay
Life starts in a place of darkness and destruction, where one's own body and mind have been damaged and scarred.
In an ocean of tears I strangle my own wrath
Within a flood of sorrow and despair, I struggle to control my own anger and resentment.
Like you fought with your own rage
Similar to how you battled against your own intense fury and frustration.
I fight my sorrow
I constantly struggle against my deep sadness and despair.
Forever I'm your slave, the lacerations rot
Permanently trapped in a submissive role, the wounds on my body and soul decay and worsen over time.
Keep rotting forever like demons in your head
Continue decaying eternally, just like the tormenting thoughts and fears that haunt you incessantly.
They never disappear, stalking every step
These demons and their influence never vanish, constantly following and haunting every move you make.
Just burn the ashes
Simply let go of the remnants and remnants, release them into flames, and leave them behind.
Always judged the others. Never yourself - how humiliating
Consistently criticizing and passing judgment on others, yet never looking within and examining your own flaws - how shameful and degrading.
So you cut out your tongue to keep your secrets inside
To conceal your own hidden truths and avoid revealing vulnerabilities, you resort to silencing yourself by removing your ability to speak.
Skin bruised, underground, life begins by decay
Once again, emphasizing that existence starts in a place of darkness and degradation, where one's physical and emotional state is damaged.
In an ocean of tears I strangle my own wrath
Within a vast sea of sorrow and grief, I suppress and control my own overwhelming anger.
Forever I'm your slave, the lacerations rot
I am eternally enslaved to you, and the wounds on my body and soul continue to deteriorate and worsen indefinitely.
Keep rotting forever like demons in your head
Persist in decaying forever, akin to the relentless torment and haunting thoughts that reside in your mind.
They never disappear, stalking every step
These demons and their influence never fade away, constantly shadowing and monitoring every move you take.
Clad in emptiness seeping through my bones
Covered in a void that permeates deeply within me, draining the very essence of my being.
Lay my shell into a nest of mold, just burn the ashes
Place my physical self in a forsaken and decaying environment, and simply release the remnants and remnants into flames, leaving them behind.
The pain is overwhelming - only thing left for me
The agony I experience is overpowering, and it seems like there is nothing else remaining for me.
Believe me, I tried
Trust me, I made sincere efforts and attempts to change and improve the situation.
Just burn the ashes
Simply let go of the remnants and remnants, release them into flames, and leave them behind.
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Written by: Michal Šedivý
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