Welcome To Entropia
Pain of Salvation Lyrics


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[music: daniel gildenlæw]




Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Pain of Salvation's song "WELCOme tO enTROpIA!" describe a dystopian society where people have lost their sense of purpose and direction. The song begins with "You're just a castaway / Stranded in your own mind," implying a feeling of isolation and confusion. The singer speaks of a world where people are consumed by superficial values and blinded by materialism, leading to a loss of community and interconnectedness. The chorus, "Welcome to Entropia / We hope you have a pleasant stay / Welcome to Entropia / It's not a utopia, but hey, it's home," reflects the resignation of the people who have accepted their dire situation and lost hope for a better future. The song ends with the poignant line, "But all of us have to sacrifice something / If entropy must increase."


Line by Line Meaning

[V1] This is the morning that I hate
I despise waking up to a new day because it signifies the start of my ongoing struggle with depression and anxiety.


[V2] And this is the moment of regret
I regret every past mistake I have made in my life that has led me to this point of despair and hopelessness.


[V3] This is the only one that I have
I feel isolated and alone in my pain, and it seems like no one understands what I am going through.


[V4] A life that's mine but not my own
My existence feels meaningless and directionless, and it seems like my life is controlled by external forces beyond my control.


[V5] And all around me chaos grows
The world around me is busy and chaotic, and I feel overwhelmed and trapped in the midst of it all.


[C] Welcome to Entropia
This is the world of disorder and decay, where everything is in a constant state of decline and destruction.


[PC] Here comes paranoia
The constant fear and anxiety I experience leave me feeling paranoid and unable to trust anyone or anything around me.


[PC] And I feel that I'll lose my mind
My mental state feels unstable and fragile, and I fear that I am on the brink of losing all sanity and control.


[V6] This is the valley of the shadow of death
The pain and suffering I am experiencing makes me feel as though I am living in a constant state of darkness and despair, with no end in sight.


[V7] And I'm not alone
Though I feel isolated in my pain, I know that there are others out there who understand and empathize with what I am going through.


[V8] This is where all things meet their end
Entropy is the ultimate force of destruction, bringing everything to its eventual demise and leaving nothing behind in its wake.


[V9] And I'm not afraid to die
At this point, death seems like a welcome escape from the constant pain and suffering of my existence, and I no longer fear the end.


[C] Welcome to Entropia
Once again, I am reminded of the all-encompassing nature of decay and destruction that surrounds me.




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