Stockholm Syndrome
Solace Lyrics


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Another day begins
But we can barely see the sun
Isolation: A curse, a blessing all in one
Behold as the ash fills the air
Feel it drown us with every breath we take
Close your eyes and dream of what you'll leave behind

Behind the mask you try to act so innocent
Because of you I now know the difference between capture and surrender

So, let go
I've witnessed every selfish act of man and still nothing moves me
How can I take the blame when we are all the cause and the cure?





Behind the mask you try to act so innocent
Because of you I now know the difference between capture and surrender

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Solace's song Stockholm SyndrOme speak to the feeling of being trapped and isolated, but also finding some sense of solace in that isolation. The first few lines describe a new day beginning, but the sun is barely visible, which suggests a sense of darkness or despair. The idea of isolation is then introduced as both a curse and a blessing. It is both isolating and liberating, as it allows for detachment and self-reflection. The ash filling the air is a metaphor for the suffocating feeling of being trapped. The line "close your eyes and dream of what you'll leave behind" suggests a longing to escape the present reality and find solace in one's dreams.


The next stanza describes the feeling of betrayal and the realization of the difference between being captured and surrendering. The use of the word "innocent" suggests the singer was deceived or manipulated by someone pretending to be good or trustworthy. However, the lines "let go" and "how can I take the blame when we are all the cause and the cure?" suggest a sense of acceptance and responsibility for one's own actions, despite the actions of others.


Overall, Stockholm SyndrOme is a song about finding solace and acceptance in isolation, while also grappling with feelings of betrayal and responsibility.


Line by Line Meaning

Another day begins
The start of another day, but with a sense of apprehension or uncertainty.


But we can barely see the sun
The singer's inability to see any hope or positivity in their situation or surroundings.


Isolation: A curse, a blessing all in one
The concept of isolation can have both negative and positive effects, depending on how it is perceived and utilized.


Behold as the ash fills the air
The artist observes the destruction and chaos around them, which fills the air with debris and ash.


Feel it drown us with every breath we take
The overwhelming sensation of being suffocated or overwhelmed by the negativity and turmoil in their surroundings.


Close your eyes and dream of what you'll leave behind
A call to focus on the future and the potential for escape or change, even amidst difficult circumstances.


Behind the mask you try to act so innocent
The singer sees through the facade of someone who is pretending to be innocent or unaware of their actions.


Because of you I now know the difference between capture and surrender
The artist has learned the distinction between willingly submitting to a difficult situation and being forcibly held captive by it.


So, let go
A command to release feelings of guilt or blame and move forward towards a brighter future.


I've witnessed every selfish act of man and still nothing moves me
Despite seeing countless examples of selfishness and negativity from others, the artist remains unmoved or unshaken in their own beliefs or demeanor.


How can I take the blame when we are all the cause and the cure?
A rhetorical (or philosophical) question pointing out that everyone is responsible for their own actions and their role in creating and solving problems.




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Pretendeavor

I'VE WITNESSED EVERY SELFISH ACT OF MAN.. AND STILL.. NOTHING.. MOVES.. MEEEE.. God how I love that part xD Yes, caps was needed..

Phil Pacific

@Vs gaming and atheism me too bro. i hope karl releases some new solace soon.

Vs gaming and atheism

Phil Pacific how I miss this

Phil Pacific

karls lyrics are always in all caps haha

Phil Pacific

i think given what has happened recently between karl and misery signals, the next solace album is going to be deeper, heavier, darker and more brutal, however difficult that is to imagine. and i can't fucking wait.

SayoMemories

Huge fan of your style! Having listened to your work on Controller for like a year and pretty much being obsessed with it, and just now discovering your solo project. Pure talent, man. Wish you all the best for whatever you're doing right now in life!

Алекса Ристић

2022 still listening this masterpiece!

afterstars

Love your Solace project. Heavy and yet very moody. Makes awesome driving music. MS put out an awesome show in Boston last week, thanks!

Dead Eyes

Proud owner of this masterpiece

rabidfan256

great tune.. I saw misery signals a long time ago in saskatoon, superb musicians

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