In 1993 Quorthon set Bathory aside and recorded and released two albums under the name "Quorthon". The first was Album released in 1994, and Purity of Essence followed in 1997. The albums were more Grunge/Rock oriented than Bathory's Black Metal/Viking Metal style. While working on these albums he found new inspiration to continue composing music for Bathory.
Outta Space
Quorthon Lyrics
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I toss my body and scratch my fuckin' mind
I bend and duck but I bounce 'gainst things all time
I'm left in this box I'm firmly and all stuck
I'm neatly tied and shelved I'm choked contained withheld
Outta space I'm growing outta space
Outta space I'm growing outta space
It's driving me crazy
Outta space I'm growing outta space
I think I'm goin' crazy
Outta space I'm growing outta space
I think I'm goin' out of my mind
I open my eyes wide to see some light
I take a breath and feel my box too tight
No matter how I press and push all day
That fuckin' lid of mine won't give away
I'm left in this box...
Outta space...
Quorthon's song "Outta Space" describes a state of feeling trapped, contained, and constrained in a suffocating environment. The lyrics suggest the singer is going through his daily routine, but experiencing monotony, frustration, and confusion. He cannot find a way out of his "box" and feels like he is about to lose his mind. The repetition of the phrase "Outta Space" suggests that he is looking for a way to escape to a different realm, a place of freedom and peace.
The lyrics imply a sense of isolation and loneliness, as the singer feels entirely cut off from the world around him. The references to scratching his mind and bouncing against things signify the intensity of his mental distress. The lack of light and air in his "box" causes him to feel claustrophobic, while the tight lid stands as a metaphor for the barriers that prevent him from escaping. The desperation in his voice signals his need to break free from his current situation to find a new perspective on life.
In conclusion, the lyrics of "Outta Space" depict an individual who is caught in a bewildering and oppressive scenario, hoping to escape and find a sense of relief. It is a testament to the transformative power of music, and the capacity of lyricism to echo the complexities of the human experience.
Line by Line Meaning
Every day it's all the same no matter how I turn or twist my brain
Despite my attempts to find new perspectives and ideas, my daily existence is monotonous and unchanging.
I toss my body and scratch my fuckin' mind
I physically and mentally struggle against the confines of my situation.
I bend and duck but I bounce 'gainst things all time
My attempts to escape and be free only result in me hitting obstacles and feeling trapped.
I'm left in this box I'm firmly and all stuck
I feel trapped and confined, with no way to break free.
I'm neatly tied and shelved I'm choked contained withheld
I am restricted and controlled, unable to express myself or break free from my constraints.
Outta space I'm growing outta space
I feel like I am expanding beyond my current limitations and constraints.
I think I'm goin' crazy
The stress and frustration of my situation is causing me to lose my grip on reality.
It's driving me crazy
My inability to escape is causing me intense emotional distress and frustration.
I open my eyes wide to see some light
I am searching for any opportunity or means to break free.
I take a breath and feel my box too tight
Even when I feel moments of hope, the reality of my confinement is always present and restricting me.
No matter how I press and push all day
Despite my efforts to break free and escape, I am constantly met with resistance and obstacles.
That fuckin' lid of mine won't give away
The barrier preventing my escape is too strong and unyielding.
I think I'm goin' out of my mind
The frustration and hopelessness of my situation is causing me to feel like I am losing my sanity.
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