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 Γlvestam, due to touring conflicts and creative differences. On 6 October, they announced the replacements for Christian Γlvestam: 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 DΓΆdshjΓ€lp 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)
Trapezoid
Scar Symmetry Lyrics
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In black spaces between worlds, a field unknown
Repeat, endless mantras of the stored collective drone
A surface world is what the senses show
But you cannot taste the essence of your soul
Sever all strings to the confined
Sever all strings to mortal life
Unveil and see through
With every thought you find a sequence has begun
And when you trust your senses peace of mind will never come
Through false sensory perceptions of the flesh
You paint without colors on a canvas blank
Deceived by the history on which we do bestow
Based on the past we re-enact what's gone
And when all else fails your essence will go on
Sever all strings to the confined
Forget all that has been
Sever all strings to mortal life
Unveil and see through
With every thought you find a sequence has begun
And when you trust your senses peace of mind will never come
All that's been said and done is open to perceive
In any way desired now behold, conflict is gone
Whatever you find is never the truth
Unless it doesn't die as time goes by
Whatever you find, you just have to wait
All things found will in time be gone
Sever all strings to the confined
Forget all that has been
Sever all strings to mortal life
Unveil and see through
With every thought you find a sequence has begun
And when you trust your senses peace of mind will never come
All that's been said and done is open to perceive
In any way desired now behold, conflict is gone
The song Trapezoid by Scar Symmetry is a philosophical exploration of the nature of human perception and the limitations that this imposes on our ability to perceive reality. The opening lines of the song suggest that human consciousness is engaged in a process of constant searching and discovery, seeking out pathways in the "seamless web" of existence that lies beyond the limited scope of our senses. However, this search is hampered by the fact that we are confined to a surface world that is defined and circumscribed by what we can see, hear, touch, taste and smell, and our "endless mantras" of repetitive thought patterns prevent us from seeing beyond this surface reality.
The lyrics argue that to truly see beyond the limitations of the senses and find the "essence of your soul", one must "sever all strings to the confined" and forget all that has been learned through sensory perceptions. By doing so, we can "unveil and see through" to a reality that lies beyond the surface level of existence. The song suggests that every thought we have is the beginning of a new sequence of thought, and that trusting in our senses can never bring peace of mind because it is a flawed and limited way of perceiving reality.
Overall, the song speaks to the human desire to find meaning and purpose in existence, and suggests that this can only be achieved by looking beyond the surface-level sensory perceptions that define our everyday reality.
Line by Line Meaning
Research, finding pathways in the seamless web
Exploring and discovering new ways of thinking and understanding the interconnectedness of everything
In black spaces between worlds, a field unknown
The mysteries and unknown aspects of the universe that exist in the spaces we have yet to explore
Repeat, endless mantras of the stored collective drone
The repetitive nature of societal norms and expectations that often lead to complacency and a lack of critical thinking
A surface world is what the senses show
The limited perspective that can be gained through our physical senses
But you cannot taste the essence of your soul
The intangible qualities and aspects of our being that cannot be experienced through physical senses
Sever all strings to the confined
Breaking free from limitations and constraints
Forget all that has been
Letting go of the past and old ways of thinking
Sever all strings to mortal life
Recognizing the impermanence of physical existence and focusing on the eternal aspects of being
Unveil and see through
Gaining a deeper understanding of reality and seeing beyond surface-level perspectives
With every thought you find a sequence has begun
The interconnected nature of thoughts and how they shape our reality
And when you trust your senses peace of mind will never come
The limitations of physical senses and how they can often lead to mental unrest and lack of peace
Through false sensory perceptions of the flesh
The ways in which our physical senses can deceive us and distort reality
You paint without colors on a canvas blank
The limitations of physical reality and how they can restrict creativity and expression
Deceived by the history on which we do bestow
The ways in which the past can influence and shape our present perceptions and beliefs
Based on the past we re-enact what's gone
How patterns from the past often repeat themselves in the present
And when all else fails your essence will go on
The eternal nature of the self and how it will persist beyond physical death
Whatever you find is never the truth
The subjective nature of truth and how it is constantly evolving
Unless it doesn't die as time goes by
Truths that are eternal and persist over time
Whatever you find, you just have to wait
The transient nature of truth and the need for patience in discovering it
All things found will in time be gone
The impermanence of physical reality and how all things eventually pass away
All that's been said and done is open to perceive
The need to approach everything with an open mind and challenge preconceived notions
In any way desired now behold, conflict is gone
The potential for conflict to be resolved through a shift in perspective and greater understanding
Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTIAN GUNNAR AELVESTAM, HENRIK CARL OHLSSON, JONAS PER KJELLGREN, KENNETH PER ERIK SEIL, PER FREDRIK NILSSON
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