Impasse Satan
Pink Turns Blue Lyrics


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Then for some reason, har
The dead are still lying there, har
You harlot, you murderer, har
Nothing but words, then?
There is no climbing back, har
Nothing of flesh and blood, har
You want me alive, har
Skinny rats with lead in veins
Last drops of juice has been squeezed
No ray of light
No human voice
Or touch of hand
Who thought that I was evil?
Who thought that I was that evil?
Who thought that I was that evil?
Who thought that I was that evil! Ho. Hoho. Hoho.
Struggling to stay alive.

Asking me why
Rather asking me why
Ask myself why
Without the least feeling of guilt
Without the least feeling of guilt
Stop and ask me why
Watching me walk out
I don't care
I don't cry
Why did I walk out
Why did I walk out
Staying alive. Staying alive.
Leaving the earth, I cannot

Walking out alone
Walking alive. Ho
Ho. Ho.

Stands the symbol of life
Ray of hope in his eyes. Hope
You can call me The Life
Stranger than mankind
Shan't I be alone
Why shan't I be alone
Why shan't I be alone
Lord, I don't walk out this time
Lord, I don't walk out this time




Call
Call me The Life

Overall Meaning

The Pink Turns Blue song "Impasse Satan" is a melancholic reflection on life, death, and guilt. The opening lines "Then for some reason, har/The dead are still lying there, har/You harlot, you murderer, har/Nothing but words, then?" suggest that the singer is haunted by their own actions and the consequences of those actions. The repetition of "har" adds to the unsettling atmosphere of the song. The subsequent lines "There is no climbing back, har/Nothing of flesh and blood, har/You want me alive, har" suggest a longing for redemption, but also an awareness that it may not be possible.


The second verse adds to the sense of despair, as the singer describes "skinny rats with lead in veins" and the absence of any comforting human contact. The repeated refrain "Who thought that I was evil?" suggests that the singer is struggling with their own sense of guilt and self-doubt. The final verse introduces a glimmer of hope, with the image of a symbol of life and a ray of hope in the eyes of the singer, who now identifies as "The Life." This could be interpreted as a metaphorical rebirth or a way for the singer to find a new identity and purpose.


Overall, "Impasse Satan" is a powerful and introspective song that explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the search for meaning in a seemingly meaningless world.


Line by Line Meaning

Then for some reason, har
The song begins abruptly with this line, hinting that the events depicted in the song may not be entirely linear.


The dead are still lying there, har
Despite time passing on, the dead are still there, underlining the weight of the past.


You harlot, you murderer, har
The song accuses a person whose actions have led to fatal consequences, shown through the words 'harlot' and 'murderer'.


Nothing but words, then?
The song questions the sincerity of words, suggesting that they may have little significance in changing the situation.


There is no climbing back, har
One cannot reverse or erase the past, and the line emphasizes the finality and irreversibility of events.


Nothing of flesh and blood, har
There is no physical evidence of the dead, the only remaining proof of the tragedy is the memory and the effects it has on those who are alive.


You want me alive, har
The song poses the question to the listener of whether they 'want me alive', questioning the value of life when one is subject to such suffering and sorrow.


Skinny rats with lead in veins
This line depicts an image of animals with poisoned blood and emphasizes the ugliness and hopelessness of the situation.


Last drops of juice has been squeezed
This line refers to a sense of finality and emptiness, suggesting that there is nothing left to be gained.


No ray of light
The song suggests a sense of hopelessness and despair with no possibility of improvement.


No human voice
The suggestion is that there is no communication or compassion from others.


Or touch of hand
There is no touch or comfort from anyone else, further single-handedly isolating the subject.


Who thought that I was evil?
The song suggests that the individual has been unfairly demonized, questioning why they are the one subject to harsh criticism.


Who thought that I was that evil?
This line reinforces the unfairness of the situation and acts as a form of catharsis, questioning the morality of those who may accuse the innocent.


Who thought that I was that evil? Ho. Hoho. Hoho.
The repetition of the line with the addition of 'Ho. Hoho. Hoho.' implies a sense of exasperation and frustration.


Struggling to stay alive.
The song depicts a struggle to keep going, despite the lack of hope and support from others.


Asking me why
The song is asking the subject to question themselves and their actions, implying that seeking within oneself may be the key to moving forward.


Rather asking me why
This line repeats the previous line, emphasizing the importance of self-reflection and self-critique.


Ask myself why
The song suggests that self-questioning may be the only form of introspection and enlightenment available.


Without the least feeling of guilt
The subject is not feeling guilty, suggesting that they are not responsible for the events depicted in the song or have already come to terms with their mistakes.


Stop and ask me why
The song challenges one to question those around them, forcing accountability on others.


Watching me walk out
The song portrays others observing the subject leaving, implying a lack of concern from those around them.


I don't care
The subject does not care about others' indifference, suggesting that they are determined to continue without support.


I don't cry
The song suggests that the subject does not need to display their emotions for others and can cope internally.


Why did I walk out
The song is filled with questions and repetition, asking one to focus on their future plans and motivations.


Staying alive. Staying alive.
The line is repeated twice for emphasis, suggesting that survival and continuation is a primary goal.


Leaving the earth, I cannot
The song implies that there is no escape from this situation and the subject has to endure.


Walking out alone
The subject is depicted as leaving, further emphasizing the sense of isolation and loneliness.


Walking alive. Ho Ho. Ho.
The subject is persevering alone, with the 'Ho. Ho. Ho.' representing a sense of determination and possibly even a ritualistic chant.


Stands the symbol of life
The song draws the listener's attention to a symbol that represents life, possibly emphasizing a sense of hope even in dire situations.


Ray of hope in his eyes. Hope
The song draws attention to the living, those who still have the spark of life and hope, and emphasizes their importance.


You can call me The Life
The song suggests that the subject is the embodiment of life itself, suggesting that life can be rekindled through perseverance and willpower.


Stranger than mankind
The song acknowledges that the situation is strange and otherworldly, emphasizing the sense of detachment from society.


Shan't I be alone
The song suggests that being alone may not be a bad thing, implying a certain level of self-containment and independence.


Why shan't I be alone
This line doubles down on the previous one, emphasizing that the sense of independence is a positive one.


Lord, I don't walk out this time
The song acknowledges the possibility of leaving again, but resists the urge and chooses to stay and fight instead.


Call Call me The Life
The song repeats the line to emphasize the importance of staying alive and persevering.




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