Wreath
Opeth? Lyrics

Falling inside again
The feeling of being trapped in the same nightmare, and falling back into it once again

This nightmare always the same
The recurring nightmare that never seems to change or progress

Still never enough
No matter how much is experienced or felt, there is still a longing for something more

Halting at the brink of discovery
The fear and hesitation of reaching the unknown or uncovering the truth

Moving into the darkness
Venturing into the unknown, despite the fear and uncertainty

Leaking inside to cover up
Allowing the fear and darkness to seep in and take over one's emotions and thoughts

Dragging me down and under
The overwhelming feeling of being pulled deeper and deeper into the darkness

Entangled and undone at once
Feeling trapped and lost, unable to escape or find a way out

Old memories
Reflecting on past experiences and wondering about the hidden secrets and tragedies behind them

I'm not in need but wish to know
Curiosity and a desire to uncover the truth, even if it isn't necessary for personal growth or healing

What are the tragedies
Asking about the pain and suffering that may have occurred in the past

The history behind the walls
Wondering about the hidden stories and secrets that exist within a certain place or environment

Pacing further down
Continuing to move forward into the unknown, even when it is uncomfortable or fearful

Familiar children's laughter
Reminiscing about innocent times and childhood memories

Dissonant and out of time
Feeling disconnected from the past, and unable to experience joy in the present moment

And they're eyes are dead
A haunting image of empty or lifeless eyes, reflecting the sense of loss and emptiness felt by the artist

Watching myself in a pool of water
A metaphor for self-reflection, and seeing oneself clearly for the first time

Wearing the mask of a ghost
Feeling disconnected from one's true self, and presenting a false image to the world

Smeared all across my skin
Feeling the weight of the past and negative experiences, which seem to stick to one's identity

Rotten earth and insects
A disturbing and graphic image that reflects the pain and destruction that can exist within oneself

Endless night
A feeling of being trapped or lost, unable to find one's way out of the darkness

Always preserving the calm
Maintaining a sense of composure and tranquility, even in the midst of chaos and darkness

Movement behind
A sense of something darker or more sinister lurking just beyond sight

Bleeding animals in a field of fire
A violent and painful image that represents the suffering and pain that can exist in the world

There is no absolution
The realization that there may be no true redemption or forgiveness for past mistakes and sins

Death is but a fairytale
A statement that reflects a sense of hopelessness, and a disbelief in the power of death to bring true freedom or escape

They are mere visions
A sense of detachment from reality, and a feeling that nothing is truly real or permanent

They are afraid of me
A sense of power and control over others, but also a disturbing and isolating awareness that this power is rooted in fear and violence

Clear insight
A moment of clarity and understanding, where the truth becomes more visible and understandable

A smoke is rising nearby
A sense of foreboding or danger, and the knowledge that something dark is about to happen

Dust covering my coat
A feeling of being weighed down and dirtied by the past, and the difficulties of life

Blend together to spell my name
Feeling as though one's identity is inseparably intertwined with the difficulties and challenges of life

Pale, covered me with sweat
A physical and emotional state of being exhausted and depleted, but also driven by a desire to keep moving forward

There are no words left
Feeling a sense of helplessness and exhaustion, where all the strength and resilience has been drained away

Sole provider of death
Feeling as though the singer is solely responsible for creating pain and suffering in the world, and has become the embodiment of death itself

Distorted faith in myself
A sense of self-doubt and confusion, leading to a negative and harmful self-image

Human harvest burning
A violent and disturbing image that reflects the pain and destruction that mankind can bring upon itself

Blackest pages turning
An image of negative and painful memories, that seem to haunt and torment the singer

Twisted perception come true
The sense that the singer's dark and negative thoughts have become a reality, leading to a sense of hopelessness and despair

Captured in dreams connected
Feeling trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts and experiences, where one is unable to escape or find a way out

Staring right back
Confronting one's own fears and doubts, and looking at oneself honestly

Spiritual decay - Still seeking
A sense of being lost and disconnected from one's spiritual self, but still searching for meaning and purpose in life

Frozen in time
Feeling stuck and unable to move forward, even when it is necessary or desired

Mourn this departure - All watching
Feeling a sense of sadness and loss, but also of being watched or judged by others during this process

Calling me back
A sense of longing and desire to return to a more innocent or positive time in life

Closure to bleak matters- I'm leaving
The desire to move on from negative and painful experiences, and find closure in the process

End of a search
The realization that the search for meaning or purpose has come to an end or has been resolved

Coming of morning - Returning
A sense of hopefulness and optimism, where the artist feels that a new day is dawning and a new chapter is beginning