T… Read Full Bio ↴Scar Symmetry is a metal band from Avesta, Sweden formed in 2004.
The band's third album "Holographic Universe" was released on June 20, 2008. Following the release, Scar Symmetry did not embark on tours and released a statement 11 September 2008, announcing that they had parted ways with vocalist Christian Älvestam, due to touring conflicts and creative differences. On 6 October, they announced the replacements for Christian Älvestam: they will continue with two singers, Roberth Karlsson (growls) and Lars Palmqvist (clean vocals).
Members and other projects:
* Roberth Karlsson - Lead Vocals (growls) (Facebreaker, Aktiv Dödshjälp and TORMENTED)
* Lars Palmqvist - Lead Vocals (clean vocals) (Last Temptation)
* Henrik Ohlsson - Drums (Altered Aeon, Mutant (Swe), Theory in Practice, ex-Diabolical (Swe), ex-Thrawn)
* Jonas Kjellgren - Guitars (Pexilated, Centinex, World Below, ex-Carnal Forge, ex-Dellamorte, ex-Sickenside, guest for Incapacity)
* Per Nilsson - Guitars, backing vocals (Kaipa, Altered Aeon, ex-World Below, ex-Thrawn)
* Kenneth Seil - Bass (Soul Royale)
Discography:
Symmetric in Design (2005)
Pitch Black Progress (2006)
Holographic Universe (2008)
Dark Matter Dimensions (2009)
The Unseen Empire (2011)
2012
Scar Symmetry Lyrics
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She warbles as she flies
But I never give her water
Till the forth day of July.
It is often that I wonder
Why women love men
And I look back and I wonder
Oh, the cuckoo she's a pretty bird
She warbles as she flies
But I never give her water
Till the forth day of July.
Gonna build me another castle
On a mountain so high
So then I can see my true love
As she passes by.
Oh, the cuckoo she's a pretty bird
She warbles as she flies
But I never give her water
Till the forth day of July.
--- Instrumental ---
Jack of Diamonds, Jack of Diamonds
I know you of old
You have robbed my poor pockets
Of silver and of gold.
Oh, the cuckoo she's a pretty bird
She warbles as she flies
But I never give her water
Till the forth day of July
The lyrics of Scar Symmetry's song "2012" are actually a combination of two different songs, the first being "The Cuckoo" and the second being "Jack of Diamonds." The first verse and chorus are from "The Cuckoo," which is an old folk song from the Appalachian Mountains. The lyrics describe the singer's reluctance to give the cuckoo water until Independence Day, which is likely a superstition or tradition from the region.
The second verse and chorus are from "Jack of Diamonds," another old folk song. In this verse, the singer addresses the "Jack of Diamonds," accusing him of stealing from their pockets. The two songs don't seem to have much in common thematically, but they are both connected to American folk traditions that have been passed down through the ages.
This mashup of old folk songs creates an interesting juxtaposition between the past and present, as Scar Symmetry is a modern metal band from Sweden. The instrumentals of the song feature heavily distorted guitars and tight drumming, providing a heavy and complex sound that is in stark contrast to the simple melodies of the two folk songs.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, the cuckoo she's a pretty bird
The singer admires the beauty and grace of the cuckoo bird.
She warbles as she flies
The singer is impressed by the bird's musical abilities.
But I never give her water
The singer does not provide water to the cuckoo bird.
Till the forth day of July.
The artist only provides water to the cuckoo bird on Independence Day.
It is often that I wonder
The artist frequently reflects on a particular topic.
Why women love men
The singer is curious about the reasons behind women's attraction to men.
And I look back and I wonder
The singer reflects on the past and continues to contemplate the topic.
Why men are men.
The artist contemplates the nature of men and their unique characteristics.
Gonna build me another castle
The artist plans to create a grand structure.
On a mountain so high
The artist envisions the castle being built in a lofty location.
So then I can see my true love
The singer desires to catch a glimpse of their beloved.
As she passes by.
The artist hopes to observe their love interest in motion.
Jack of Diamonds, Jack of Diamonds
The singer addresses the Jack of Diamonds.
I know you of old
The singer is familiar with the Jack of Diamonds and their actions.
You have robbed my poor pockets
The Jack of Diamonds has stolen from the singer.
Of silver and of gold.
The Jack of Diamonds has stolen precious metals from the artist.
But I never give her water
The artist continues to withhold water from the cuckoo bird.
Till the forth day of July.
The singer adheres to the tradition of only providing water to the cuckoo bird on Independence Day.
Contributed by Nathan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.