SAVIOUR MACHINE was founded in California in the summer of 1989 around the … Read Full Bio ↴SAVIOUR MACHINE was founded in California in the summer of 1989 around the nucleus of brothers Eric Clayton (vocals, lyrics) and Jeff Clayton (guitars). Supplemented by Dean Forsyth (bass) and Samuel West (drums), the Claytons recorded a few demos in the 90s, which culminated in a deal with Frontline Records and the released of their eponymous debut in 1993. The first album had strong influences from Queensrÿche and U2, and displays a highly gothic atmosphere; this combination yields an almost doomy sound, but the material is kept sophisticated with keyboards, Eric's incredibly strong baritone vocals, (similar to Peter Murphy's) and deep lyrics mainly focusing on the End Times as prophesied in the Bible.

Their official website is www.saviourmachine.com

Retribution
Saviour Machine Lyrics

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my remorse is endless
as i watch my children
perish by my hand
not even the tears from my
eyes can stop the fire
touch my bloodstained hands
wipe away the tears of retribution
born into vast plains of fire

beyond the reach of infinite mercy
they stand in desperation
nameless forever more

touch my bloodstained hands
wipe away the tears of retribution

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Saviour Machine's "Retribution" are reflective of the singer's overwhelming sense of remorse for the destruction and devastation they have caused. The words express a deep sorrow for the loss of innocent lives, particularly those of the singer's children, who are being destroyed by their own hands. Despite their tears, they cannot prevent the fire that continues to burn and spread, ultimately leading to more destruction and loss.

The lyrics then shift to describe a dark and hopeless landscape, where there is no hope for mercy or redemption. The nameless and desperate figures in this world are doomed to an eternity of suffering, with the singer bearing the weight of responsibility for creating this hopeless wasteland. The song ends with a plea for release and forgiveness, as the singer seeks to have the tears of retribution wiped away from their bloodstained hands.

Line by Line Meaning

my remorse is endless
I am filled with an infinite amount of regret and guilt.

as i watch my children
As I witness my loved ones suffer.

perish by my hand
Die from my own actions and decisions.

not even the tears from my eyes can stop the fire
Even though I cry tears of sorrow, it cannot extinguish the flames of destruction.

touch my bloodstained hands
Physically come into contact with my hands that have caused harm and death.

wipe away the tears of retribution
Remove the tears that represent the punishment for my actions.

born into vast plains of fire
Exist in a world of intense suffering and pain.

beyond the reach of infinite mercy
Not able to receive forgiveness or compassion that is endless.

they stand in desperation
They are hopeless and filled with despair.

nameless forever more
They will never be identified or recognized for who they were.

touch my bloodstained hands
Once again, physically come into contact with my hands that have caused harm and death.