I am
New Eden Lyrics
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fate decides the mortal's test
Hands that rule eternity
I Am the one the one to be
Self it lasts infinitely
but your life it counts you see
Leave your thoughts and bring your soul
This is who I am free of ruling hand
This is who I am who I am
Take a chance and live your fate - take a chance
You'll never know until it's late -it's too late
Leave your hate open the doors -leave your hate
Destiny it can be yours -destiny
Hands of time reality universe eternity
Enter realms of the damned
Never really understand "I AM"
This is who I am free of ruling hand
You are who I am who I am
The lyrics to "I Am" by New Eden express the existential themes of fate, mortality, and one's place in the universe. The opening lines describe the feeling of falling into life's abyss, with fate deciding one's mortal test. The hands that rule eternity could refer to the idea of predetermined destiny or a higher power controlling one's life. But the chorus asserts the singer's freedom from such ruling hands: "This is who I am free of ruling hand / This is who I am who I am." The repetition of these lines reinforces the message that the individual chooses their own fate and identity.
The second verse emphasizes the importance of making the most of one's life. Self lasts infinitely, but the time to make a difference and leave a positive legacy is limited. The line "It's you for whom the bell it tolls" echoes the famous John Donne poem, reminding the listener that death eventually comes for everyone. The pre-chorus and chorus repeat, encouraging the listener to leave hate behind and take a chance on their destiny.
The bridge of the song introduces more cosmic imagery, like the "hands of time," "realms of the damned," and the mysterious entity "I Am." The lyrics suggest that there is much about the universe that humans cannot understand, emphasizing the smallness and humility of individual lives. However, the final line also suggests that the individual speaker is somehow connected to this vast, mysterious entity in some way.
Line by Line Meaning
Falling into life's abyss
Life's challenges are unpredictable and can feel overwhelming
Fate decides the mortal's test
The path of our lives is outside of our control
Hands that rule eternity
Our lives are subject to a higher power or divine force
I Am the one the one to be
The singer embraces their identity and purpose in life
Self it lasts infinitely
Our true selves persist beyond temporal life
But your life it counts you see
In the moment, our lives are still significant
Leave your thoughts and bring your soul
We should prioritize our inner being and spirituality
It's you for whom the bell it tolls
We are all responsible for our own lives and destinies
This is who I am free of ruling hand
The singer asserts their autonomy and independence
Take a chance and live your fate - take a chance
We should take risks and seize opportunities in life
You'll never know until it's late -it's too late
Regret often comes from missed chances or opportunities
Leave your hate open the doors -leave your hate
We should let go of negative emotions and attitudes
Destiny it can be yours -destiny
Our future is open and full of possibility
Hands of time reality universe eternity
Existence is bound by time and the forces of the cosmos
Enter realms of the damned
There are forces or experiences beyond our understanding
Never really understand 'I AM'
The mysteries of existence are ultimately beyond human comprehension
You are who I am who I am
The singer acknowledges the interconnectedness of all beings
Contributed by Bentley V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.