Blood
Set Lyrics


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You're a failure
You have become the apparition of a dead man walking
You'll be good for nothing

You're terrified
You're tired of walking down the same damned road
So take your chance at the exit sign
Your voice is mine to carry from the ashes

I've fought for far too long to let this go
I've climbed so fucking far just to fall so far below

Who we are is our voices
We're the ones that'll hold you close
Who we are is a witness
We're the ones that'll guide you home

Fear is the omen of haunting by your own damn hands
Only in death will you wash away
You'll fade away
Now's the time to take your chances

This time you won't fail me
This time you will not fail me
This time you will not fail me

We will not give up on you
It's all or nothing
Brace for the path that lies ahead

I've fought for far too long to let this go
I've climbed so fucking far just to fall so far below

Who we are is our voices
We're the ones that'll hold you close
Who we are is a witness
We're the ones that'll guide you home

You're a failure




You have become the apparition of a dead man walking
You'll be good for nothing

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Set's song Blood seem to express a strong sense of disappointment, frustration and an urgent call for redemption. The song starts with a harsh criticism of the subject, accusing them of being a failure and nothing but a shell of what they once were. The image described is that of a person who is aimlessly walking towards a bleak destiny, devoid of purpose, hope and courage. The phrase "You'll be good for nothing" seems to cement the negative verdict on the subject's worth and abilities.


However, the song seems to offer a glimpse of a possible way out of this predicament. The chorus emphasizes the power of voices, of human connection and empathy. The lines suggest that the subject might find solace and guidance in the voices of others who are willing to support them on their journey. The mention of fear being the omen of haunting by one's own hands, implies that the biggest obstacle in the way of the subject is their own fears and doubts. The repetition of the phrase "This time you will not fail me" further highlights the importance of not giving up on the subject and the urgency of taking chances and risks.


The last stanza of the song repeats the opening lines, but with a subtle difference. The "You're a failure" accusatory tone is replaced by "We will not give up on you". This suggests a shift in attitude towards the subject, from one of blame and despair to one of faith and support. The song ends with a hopeful call to brace up and face the challenges ahead.


Line by Line Meaning

You're a failure
You're not living up to expectations or achieving success.


You have become the apparition of a dead man walking
You're going through life aimlessly and without purpose, as if already dead.


You'll be good for nothing
You won't contribute anything significant or worthwhile.


You're terrified
You're feeling intense fear or anxiety.


You're tired of walking down the same damned road
You're exhausted by the monotony and frustration of repeating the same unfulfilling pattern.


So take your chance at the exit sign
Seize the opportunity to leave behind what's holding you back.


Your voice is mine to carry from the ashes
I will represent and advocate for you, even in your darkest moments.


I've fought for far too long to let this go
I've put in too much effort and sacrifice to simply give up now.


I've climbed so fucking far just to fall so far below
I've achieved significant progress and milestones, only to have it all come crashing down.


Who we are is our voices
Our identities and impact are defined by the things we express and advocate for.


We're the ones that'll hold you close
We're the ones who will provide comfort and support when you need it most.


Who we are is a witness
Our existence and experiences serve as a testament to the world around us.


We're the ones that'll guide you home
We'll help you find your way back to where you belong.


Fear is the omen of haunting by your own damn hands
Being controlled by your own fears can lead to self-destructive and haunting behavior.


Only in death will you wash away
Only in death can you escape the burden of your fears and regrets.


You'll fade away
You'll disappear or lose prominence over time.


Now's the time to take your chances
The present moment is the best opportunity to take risks and pursue what you truly want.


This time you won't fail me
I have high expectations for your success, and I believe you'll deliver.


We will not give up on you
We're committed to supporting and helping you overcome any obstacles.


It's all or nothing
You must give it your all or risk achieving nothing.


Brace for the path that lies ahead
Prepare for the difficult and challenging road ahead.




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Written by: Jaz Parsons

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