Mercy
Paradise Lost (1997 - One Second) Lyrics
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Within a sign there's a promise
Don't lose all faith cause you shake at night
It's in the art of the process
In another rhyme beyond this place
The healing's fast enough
Done a thousand times a thousand ways until
It's mercy you're asking for cheating life
By taking more it's mercy you're asking for
Take my life or give me more
The loss of prize possession to cure the mind's obsession
Could trade your soul for that normal life
Elite to all objections
See beyond all tears and broken years your senses giving up
Lose all confidence at your expense your courage swallows up
The song "Mercy" by Paradise Lost (1997 - One Second) is a gripping and profound reflection on the nature of faith, hope, and the limitations of human experience. The lyrics describe a person who is struggling with a sense of despair and hopelessness, but who still clings to the hope of finding some kind of relief or redemption. The opening lines suggest that the person is seeking solace and a promise of better times, but is plagued by doubts and fears that they cannot shake. However, the song suggests that there is an "art" to this process of seeking meaning and purpose in life, and that it is possible to find a measure of peace and resolution, even in the midst of suffering and uncertainty.
The second verse goes on to describe the search for healing and a new beginning, even in the face of overwhelming obstacles and setbacks. The song suggests that this process can be repeated "a thousand times a thousand ways", until one ultimately finds the strength to persevere and move forward. However, the lyrics also acknowledge the risk and sacrifice involved in this pursuit, and suggest that it may require a willingness to give up something deeply precious or meaningful in order to attain a sense of clarity and balance.
Overall, "Mercy" is a deeply affecting and thought-provoking meditation on the human condition, and the search for meaning and purpose in a world that often seems cold and indifferent. It speaks to the courage and resilience of the human spirit, and the power of faith and hope to sustain us through even the darkest of times.
Line by Line Meaning
You live for times of solace
You seek moments of peace and comfort in your life
Within a sign there's a promise
There is hope and assurance in every sign or indication
Don't lose all faith cause you shake at night
Even when you feel scared and uncertain, hold on to your faith
It's in the art of the process
The journey and the challenges we face in life is where the true beauty lies
In another rhyme beyond this place
In a different reality or dimension, beyond our current existence
The healing's fast enough
The process of healing is swift and efficient enough
Done a thousand times a thousand ways until
The healing process has been tried and tested countless times
You've had enough
Until you reach a point where you feel satisfied and complete
It's mercy you're asking for cheating life
You're asking for mercy because you feel like you're cheating life by surviving
By taking more it's mercy you're asking for
By asking for more, you're asking for mercy
Take my life or give me more
Either let me die or give me more to live for
The loss of prize possession to cure the mind's obsession
Sacrificing something valuable to overcome an unhealthy obsession
Could trade your soul for that normal life
You may have to make a deal with the devil to have a normal life
Elite to all objections
Unaffected and impervious to all negative criticisms and objections
See beyond all tears and broken years your senses giving up
Look past all the sadness and suffering that has worn you down
Lose all confidence at your expense your courage swallows up
Sacrifice your confidence to gain courage at your own expense
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GREGORY JOHN MACKINTOSH, NICHOLAS JOHN HOLMES
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Alexandru Ovedenie
You live for times of solace
Within a sign there's a promise
Don't lose all faith cause you shake at night
It's in the art of the process
In another rhyme beyond this place
The healing's fast enough
Done a thousand times a thousand ways until
You've had enough
It's mercy you're asking for cheating life
By taking more it's mercy you're asking for
Take my life or give me more
The loss of prize possession to cure the mind's obsession
Could trade your soul for that normal life
Elite to all objections
See beyond all tears and broken years your senses giving up
Lose all confidence at your expense your courage swallows up
kostasxrysogelos
Their best album in my opinion and this probably the best song in it. One can hear quite distinctly the Depeche Mode influence.
kostasxrysogelos
@yannisbskt Listen, for instance, to DM's "Home" and compare the sound.
yannisbskt
Wtf
Velcharoon
Ah, so many memories from my teenage years emerging from the murky depths of memory when i hear this song =) Masterpiece from a damn good record!
Su Samuru
hello
Alexandru Ovedenie
You live for times of solace
Within a sign there's a promise
Don't lose all faith cause you shake at night
It's in the art of the process
In another rhyme beyond this place
The healing's fast enough
Done a thousand times a thousand ways until
You've had enough
It's mercy you're asking for cheating life
By taking more it's mercy you're asking for
Take my life or give me more
The loss of prize possession to cure the mind's obsession
Could trade your soul for that normal life
Elite to all objections
See beyond all tears and broken years your senses giving up
Lose all confidence at your expense your courage swallows up
Joshua
Mercy and This Cold Life have to be my favorite tracks on this album.
Nenad I
Magična pesma, magičan bend.
caupolicanish
The best album of Paradise Lost. GREAT MUSIC)))
Leah Christian
Love this Album.