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)
Prism and Gate
Scar Symmetry Lyrics
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In chrysalis state I await my birth
Thoughts and memories proceed to haunt me
Soon all these fragments will be gone
Morphing begins
I'm becoming a god
Now as my soul is yearning
Morph to new paradigms
Find wisdom in the learning
My will always finds a way
See the embers burning
Sense no dividing line
Same being, dead or living
My will burns through time
This being feeds within now
To be born, be alive
Feed inside
Its presence goes beyond life
Fate will follow the mind
Birth is nothing but death's beginning
Now as my soul is yearning
Morph to new paradigms
Find wisdom in the learning
My will always finds a way
See the embers burning
Sense no dividing line
Same being, dead or living
My will burns through time
This being feeds within now
To be born, be alive
Feed inside
Its presence goes beyond life
Fate will follow the mind
Morphing complete
Come forth emerging god
Birth is nothing but death's beginning
This being feeds within now
To be born, be alive
Feed inside
Its presence goes beyond life
Fate will follow the mind
I am the one within now
I'm the transforming tide
The lyrics to "Prism and Gate" by Scar Symmetry delve into the concept of transformation and finding a new existence through rebirth. The opening lines describe a state of chaos and filth, and the singer awaits their rebirth. Memories and thoughts haunt them, but they know that soon these fragments will be gone. The metamorphosis begins, and the singer becomes a god. The song emphasizes that birth is just the beginning of death and that the soul's yearning can stimulate a transformation of new paradigms to find wisdom in learning.
The next lines indicate that the singer's will always finds a way and that there is no dividing line between the same being dead or alive. The being feeds on the singer, and its presence goes beyond life, following fate. The morphing completes, and the singer emerges as a god. They realize that their existence feeds within now, and as they come forth, their presence goes beyond life.
The lyrics overall offer a poetic description of the process of transformation and how the journey towards a new existence can be chaotic and challenging. The rebirth described in the lyrics is not just a physical process, but also a spiritual one that brings forth a new understanding of the self.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm submerged in filth, fragmented chaos
I feel lost and helpless, surrounded by disorder and confusion.
In chrysalis state I await my birth
I'm going through a transformation, waiting to emerge as a new being.
Thoughts and memories proceed to haunt me
I'm haunted by my past and the memories of it linger on.
Soon all these fragments will be gone
My past will be left behind and forgotten once I complete my transformation.
Morphing begins
The transformation process is starting, and I'm becoming something new.
I'm becoming a god
The transformation is turning me into a powerful and god-like being.
Birth is nothing but death's beginning
The end of my old self is the beginning of my new self; life and death are connected.
Now as my soul is yearning
My spirit is seeking something greater, something beyond my current state.
Morph to new paradigms
The transformation is changing my entire mindset and perceptions of the world.
Find wisdom in the learning
I'm gaining knowledge and understanding as I transform, and it's helping me to become wiser.
My will always finds a way
I'm determined to succeed and overcome any obstacles put in my way.
See the embers burning
I sense a strong passion and energy within myself as I go through this transformation.
Sense no dividing line
I feel connected to everything, and there are no boundaries or divisions.
Same being, dead or living
I'm the same person whether I'm alive or dead, as my spirit lives on.
My will burns through time
My determination and strength will last through eternity.
This being feeds within now
The power and strength I'm gaining from this transformation is coming from within me right now.
To be born, be alive
To truly live, one must be reborn and transformed.
Feed inside
I need to keep nourishing and strengthening this power within myself to fully transform.
Its presence goes beyond life
This power and transformation will continue on beyond physical life and into spiritual existence.
Fate will follow the mind
I have control over my own destiny, and it will be determined by my thoughts and actions.
Morphing complete
The transformation is finished, and I've emerged as my new god-like self.
Come forth emerging god
I've fully transformed and am now a powerful, god-like being.
I am the one within now
I am now fully in control of myself and my destiny, with the power to change the world.
I'm the transforming tide
I am the catalyst for change and transformation, and I will keep pushing it forward.
Contributed by Hannah O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.