They released their debut album, [albumartist=Royal Coda]Royal Coda, in 2018. Their sophomore album Compassion was released in 2019.
See Them Faceless
Royal Coda Lyrics
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No shelter for miles and do I fight to survive
Do I lie to survive?
Cleanse the tide from the sea and inside my mind
I still give up
I'm bleeding out
I'm bleeding out
Rather than replace with blood and tears existence ceases
(I die alone)
Above my body all my memories and now I see them faceless
(Faceless)
It's okay and it's alright
I'm fighting til I die
Tragic thing I bleed
I can't hold on
I'm bleeding out
Bleeding out!
Rather than replace with blood and tears existence ceases
Above my body all my memories and now I see them faceless
(See them faceless)
What have you done? (You done)
You sent me here
What do I do? (What do I do?)
What do I do?
The lyrics to Royal Coda's song "See Them Faceless" paint a picture of war and survival. The singer is on the front lines of a battlefield, hearing an airstrike and having no shelter for miles. The question arises of whether they lie to survive or fight to survive. There's a sense of internal conflict, with the line "Cleanse the tide from the sea and inside my mind" hinting at trying to clear their thoughts and emotions amidst the chaos.
Despite their efforts, the singer acknowledges that they are still giving up and bleeding out. The imagery of memories floating above their body as they die adds a poignant touch. The chorus repeats the line "Rather than replace with blood and tears existence ceases" which suggests that the cost of war and violence is so great that it may not be worth it. The emphasis on bleeding out emphasizes the physical and emotional toll of violence.
The final section of the lyrics is more introspective, asking questions about why the singer has been sent to this situation and what they should do. The line "now I see them faceless" could be interpreted as a commentary on the dehumanizing effects of violence, turning people into enemies and combatants rather than individuals with their own hopes and dreams. Overall, "See Them Faceless" paints a bleak picture of warfare and the toll it takes on individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
On the front lines I hear the airstrike
Amid chaos and danger, I am exposed to the sound of an impending attack
No shelter for miles and do I fight to survive
Without protection, I must struggle to stay alive despite the odds
Do I lie to survive?
Should I compromise my morals for the sake of survival?
Cleanse the tide from the sea and inside my mind
I must purge negativity and toxicity from both my environment and my thoughts
I still give up
Despite my efforts, I sometimes feel defeated and unable to continue
I'm bleeding out
My life is slipping away
I'm bleeding out
I am losing too much blood too quickly
I'm bleeding out
I am dying
Rather than replace with blood and tears existence ceases
When life is filled with suffering and hardship, it can be easier to give up than to keep going
(I die alone)
In the end, none of us can escape death or face it with anyone else
Above my body all my memories and now I see them faceless
As I approach death, my memories become detached from their associated emotions and people
(Faceless)
These memories and people lose their distinct identities and significance
It's okay and it's alright
Despite my struggles and impending death, it's fine
I'm fighting til I die
I will continue to fight and resist my fate until the very end
Tragic thing I bleed
My hemorrhaging is a terrible and unfortunate circumstance
I can't hold on
I am growing weaker and losing my grip on life
I'm bleeding out
My death is imminent and inescapable
Bleeding out!
I am dying!
What have you done? (You done)
Whoever is responsible for bringing me to this point, what were they thinking?
You sent me here
Whoever caused this, I am here because of them
What do I do? (What do I do?)
In the face of the inevitable, what choices do I have left?
Contributed by Lillian K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@oatmeal4207
on the front lines, i hear the air strike.
no shelter for miles, & do i fight to survive?
do i lie to survive?
cleanse the tide from the sea & inside my mind.
i’ll steal your warmth, steal your warmth.
i’ll steal your warmth, steal your warmth.
i’m bleeding out.
i’m bleeding out.
i’m bleeding out.
but rather than replace with blood & tears, existence ceases.
i die alone.
above my body, all my memories & now i see them faceless.
faceless.
it’s OK & it’s alright, i’ll fight until i die.
tragic finale, i can’t hold on i’m bleeding out.
bleeding out.
but rather than replace with blood & tears, existence ceases.
above my body, all my memories & now i see them faceless.
see them faceless.
what have you done?
what have you done?
you should be here.
what do i do?
what do i do?
what do i do?
@TDM14TWD
Kurt’s rugged voice really sells the desperation of fighting for hope in this track. Coming back to old tracks and rediscovering why you love them is a great feeling
@tresmusketeers222
Blissful melancholy transition towards the end of this track is oh so smooth
@secretschizophrenic7491
I've cried so many times in the past month, thank you, royal coda, for helping me mourn.
@phillipmorales8213
God that ending.. its incredible..
@oatmeal4207
on the front lines, i hear the air strike.
no shelter for miles, & do i fight to survive?
do i lie to survive?
cleanse the tide from the sea & inside my mind.
i’ll steal your warmth, steal your warmth.
i’ll steal your warmth, steal your warmth.
i’m bleeding out.
i’m bleeding out.
i’m bleeding out.
but rather than replace with blood & tears, existence ceases.
i die alone.
above my body, all my memories & now i see them faceless.
faceless.
it’s OK & it’s alright, i’ll fight until i die.
tragic finale, i can’t hold on i’m bleeding out.
bleeding out.
but rather than replace with blood & tears, existence ceases.
above my body, all my memories & now i see them faceless.
see them faceless.
what have you done?
what have you done?
you should be here.
what do i do?
what do i do?
what do i do?
@kylepetronio6098
Such a cool vibe
@KeeganTregoweth
Best song on album
@EricL7621
Whole album is a masterpiece!! Every song flows so smooth.
@MarkYard
Favorite song so far
@Antlion161
love this one. great album