I've been a musician my whole life. I technically started when I was 4 years old, but at least 10 years into piano training, I decided to start composing my own music. I've been doing this for the past 12 years (as of my birthday of July 7, this year of 2007). I've composed for many amateur game projects as well as a few short films and a church easter production. I also enjoy making amateur games as well as an occasional playing video games.
I currently reside in Holiday, FL where I go to college fulltime and work part time at Kazu's Sushi and Japanese Cousine in Port Richey.
My current e-mail address is Setu_Firestorm@hotmail.com. Feel free to e-mail me. Hell, I don't usually get many. =P
The Fade
Setu-Firestorm Lyrics
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To just forget your own name
Fizzle out your worth
Believing that you just should not exist
Look in from the outside
Maybe you'll see
You were worth it to me
(Worth it to me)
Lying awake in the fade
When everything could be better
Your life is defined by the choices you make
The viewpoints you take
Demolecularizing, the poison you take
Extracted from your tears
Never flying, Always dying
Letting them clip your wings with your fears
Look in from the outside
Maybe you'll see
You were worth it to me
(Worth it to me)
Don't just stay here
Lying awake in the fade
When everything could be better
Your life is defined by the choices you make
The viewpoints you take
Rise above, Rise above
The place where they want you
You're too damn important to me
Rise above, Rise above
The place where they want you
You're too damn important to me
Don't just stay here
Lying awake in the fade
When everything could be better
Your life is defined by the choices you make
The viewpoints you take
The song "The Fade" by Setu-Firestorm is a powerful anthem that encourages listeners to rise above their struggles and take control of their lives. The lyrics describe the dangers of self-destructive behaviors, such as taking drugs to forget one's own name and feeling worthless. The song urges listeners to look at their lives from an outside perspective and see that they are worth something. It is possible to create a better life by making positive choices and changing one's views on oneself.
The lyricist describes the struggles of letting oneself be held down by fears and emotions, and how it is important to extract oneself from these poisonous thoughts. The imagery of having wings that are being clipped is used to describe how fears and insecurity can limit a person's potential. The song urges listeners to see their own value and to not be content with just surviving in life, but to choose to thrive.
The repetition of the phrase "Rise above, Rise above" serves as a powerful refrain, emphasizing the importance of overcoming the struggles and hardships in life. The song ends with a final plea to not just stay complacent in the 'fade', but to actively make choices that lead to a better life.
Line by Line Meaning
Dematerializing, the dose that you take
You're trying to forget everything about yourself by taking drugs or some kind of medication.
To just forget your own name
You're trying to forget your own identity by consuming drugs or medication.
Fizzle out your worth
You're losing your sense of self-worth by taking drugs or medication that makes you forget your identity.
Believing that you just should not exist
You think that you don't deserve to exist and that taking drugs or medication will help you forget about your existence.
Look in from the outside
Try to view your situation objectively from outside and realize that you are worth something to other people.
Maybe you'll see
You might understand and recognize your worth from another person's point of view.
You were worth it to me
Even if you're feeling low, you are still important and valuable to someone.
(Worth it to me)
Reinforcing the message that you are valued by someone and that you should recognize your own worth.
Don't just stay here
Don't keep dwelling in this low state, don't be stuck in this self-pity and depressive state.
Lying awake in the fade
Don't waste your time in this sense of emptiness, despair and meaninglessness.
When everything could be better
There is so much potential in life, so many possibilities and opportunities to explore and enjoy.
Your life is defined by the choices you make
The life you lead is a result of the choices you make, the viewpoints you hold, the attitudes you adopt, and the actions you take.
The viewpoints you take
The way you perceive things, the beliefs, opinions and attitudes you hold, shape your life experiences.
Demolecularizing, the poison you take
You are taking a toxic substance that is slowly disintegrating your mental and physical health.
Extracted from your tears
The drug or medication is derived from something painful like your tears, suffering, and sorrows.
Never flying, Always dying
You are not able to soar high, explore the world, and experience life fully because of your drug dependency. You feel trapped, limited, and constrained.
Letting them clip your wings with your fears
You're allowing your fears to limit and hinder your growth, your potential and your freedom. You're not able to enjoy the good things in life because of your fears.
Rise above, Rise above
Elevate yourself, overcome your fears and limitations, move beyond your current state of mind, and embrace a new perspective on life.
The place where they want you
Society, culture and the people around you often want you to conform to their expectations, norms and standards. It is up to you to define your own path and destiny.
You're too damn important to me
You are important, valuable, and needed by others. Don't underestimate your worth and don't let others define your value.
Contributed by Lila V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.