Requiem
Paradise Lost Lyrics


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Slow the art of fear
Writhe against the fading
In these sheltered years
I escape from this cruel world

Chose to domineer
Thrive against all failing
Are these wretched tears
Just remains of my ruined worth...

You'll never save me again....
Reanimate me again...

Into the grave
With all the symptoms you create




Into the fray
With all the sickness you'll remain

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Paradise Lost's song Requiem are introspective and evoke a sense of struggle against inner demons. The opening line "Slow the art of fear" could be interpreted as an appeal to slow down the overwhelming feeling of fear that is haunting the singer. The phrase "Writhe against the fading" could be seen as a call to action – to fight against the fading of something. It is possible that this something could be the singer's desire to escape from reality or the fading of their mental strength.


The second stanza is evocative of triumph against adversity. The words "Chose to domineer, Thrive against all failing" suggest that the singer has taken control of their life and is not allowing the difficulties they have faced to topple them over. However, the line "Are these wretched tears just remains of my ruined worth" shows that despite the singer's resilience, they still question their worth and sense of self.


The chorus "You'll never save me again...Reanimate me again" hints at the idea that the singer has been through a tough phase and is in need of a revival. The final stanza talks about the "grave" and "sickness" which could be interpreted as a reflection on death or struggles with mental illness. Overall, the lyrics in Requiem are mysterious and thought-provoking, and showcase yet again the profound introspection that Paradise Lost is known for.


Line by Line Meaning

Slow the art of fear
I am trying to control my fear and not let it consume me


Writhe against the fading
I am trying to resist the fading of my hope for a better future


In these sheltered years
I have found some refuge and peace in my life, despite my struggles


I escape from this cruel world
I am trying to run away from the harsh and unforgiving reality that surrounds me


Chose to domineer
I have made the decision to take control of my life and not let anyone else dictate my fate


Thrive against all failing
I am striving to succeed despite all the obstacles and failures I have faced


Are these wretched tears
I am questioning whether my tears and struggles have any worth or meaning


Just remains of my ruined worth...
I feel like my worth has been destroyed and all that is left is my pain and suffering


You'll never save me again....
I have given up hope that anyone will be able to rescue me or help me out of my situation


Reanimate me again...
I am desperately asking to be brought back to life and given a chance to start anew


Into the grave
I am ready to give up and succumb to my fate


With all the symptoms you create
I blame those around me for the pain and suffering I am experiencing and for creating the conditions that led to my downfall


Into the fray
I am willing to battle and fight for what I believe in, even if it means risking everything


With all the sickness you'll remain
I believe that the negative influences in my life will continue to plague me and hold me back, no matter how hard I try to overcome them




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xSniperDelux3x

1. "Never for the Damned"  0:00
2. "Ash & Debris"  5:02
3. "The Enemy"  9:18
4. "Praise Lamented Shade"  12:57
5. "Requiem"  17:00
6. "Unreachable"  21:26
7. "Prelude to Descent"  25:04
8. "Fallen Children"  29:16
9. "Beneath Black Skies"  32:54
10. "Sedative God"  37:07
11. "Your Own Reality"  41:06



Neon Dreamer

1. "Never for the Damned" 0:00
2. "Ash & Debris" 5:02
3. "The Enemy" 9:18
4. "Praise Lamented Shade" 12:57
5. "Requiem" 17:00
6. "Unreachable" 21:26
7. "Prelude to Descent" 25:04
8. "Fallen Children" 29:16
9. "Beneath Black Skies" 32:54
10. "Sedative God" 37:07
11. "Your Own Reality" 41:06



Dargombez

* Band : PARADISE LOST
* Album : "In Requiem"
* Copyright : 2007 Century Media Records
* Genre : Doom Death Metal (Early), Doom Metal (Now)
* Origin : UK (Halifax, West Yorkshire)
* Years Active : 1989 - Present
* Producers : Rhys Fulber & PARADISE LOST
* Recording & Engineerings : Shaun Thingvold & Ewan Davies
* Mixing : Mike Fraser
* Mixing Assistant : Mike Cashin
* Digital Editing : Jaroslaw Baran
* Mastering : U.E.Nastasi at Sterling Sound
* Cover Artwork : Spiros Antoniou
* Photography : Chiaki Nozu
* Recorded & Engineered at The Chapel Studios, Lincolnshire, UK & Strait Sound Studios, Gibson, BC, Canada
* Mixed at The Warehouse Studios, Vancouver, BC, Canada
* PARADISE LOST are :
1. Nick Holmes (Vocals)
2. Gregor McKintosh (Lead Guitars & Keyboards)
3. Aaron Aedy (Rhythm & Acoustic Guitars)
4. Stephen Edmondson (Bass)
5. Jeff Singer (Drums)
* Supporting Players :
1. Leah Randi (Female Back Vocals)
2. Heather Thompson (Female back Vocals)
3. Chris Elliott (Strings Arrangements)



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xSniperDelux3x

1. "Never for the Damned"  0:00
2. "Ash & Debris"  5:02
3. "The Enemy"  9:18
4. "Praise Lamented Shade"  12:57
5. "Requiem"  17:00
6. "Unreachable"  21:26
7. "Prelude to Descent"  25:04
8. "Fallen Children"  29:16
9. "Beneath Black Skies"  32:54
10. "Sedative God"  37:07
11. "Your Own Reality"  41:06

Itamar Inbari

Marvelous album! Every song is
bursting with energy like an oceanic wave

Neon Dreamer

+xSniperDelux3x Thank you man!

Diego Fernando Avila Valencia

"In Requiem is about finding the balance between brutality and empathy, horror and beauti."
Greg Mackintosh

happyjessus

this band has an album for every kind of mood.. amazing!!

Maciej Ryba

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Pure Obsessions & Red Nights

A masterpiece. One of the best metal and rock album ever. A masterpiece...

Александр Иванович

doom

Neon Dreamer

1. "Never for the Damned" 0:00
2. "Ash & Debris" 5:02
3. "The Enemy" 9:18
4. "Praise Lamented Shade" 12:57
5. "Requiem" 17:00
6. "Unreachable" 21:26
7. "Prelude to Descent" 25:04
8. "Fallen Children" 29:16
9. "Beneath Black Skies" 32:54
10. "Sedative God" 37:07
11. "Your Own Reality" 41:06

Chaosium

put this in the track info so we dont have to constantly reload comments

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