Soulfly incorporates many styles of metal with Brazilian tribal and world music. All of their first six studio albums debuted on the United States Billboard 200, with a peak position at number 32 for their second album, Primitive. Soulfly has been certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. The band has gone through numerous line-up changes, with Cavalera being the only constant member. In an interview with Max in 2015, it is revealed that the band's name was taken from the song "Headup" by Deftones, a song that Max collaborated on.
Studio albums
Soulfly (1998)
Primitive (2000)
3 (2002)
Prophecy (2004)
Dark Ages (2005)
Conquer (2008)
Omen (2010)
Enslaved (2012)
Savages (2013)
Archangel (2015)
Ritual (2018)
Totem (2022)
Spirit Animal
Soulfly Lyrics
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Waiting for the dam to burst
Look to you in others
Guide me through the veil deception
We are one of many
Born to face life’s tragedy
Never alone or forgotten
You can’t escape (delete comma)
When youre running from yourself
I can see you from my visions
Skepticism
Creature guide me
Clairvoyant messenger
Massive dark hysteria
True death, symbolic words
Cut through illusion
Together we are stronger
Won’t be tortured any longer
We can learn to deal with pain
Knowing we’ll see them again
You can’t escape
You can’t escape
I can’t escape when I’m running from myself
You can see me in your visions
Spirit animal
When you speak - I speak
When you dream - I dream
In the true reality well beyond we’ll see
I’m walking life through departed souls
I wake under the oak
What the winds of change
They will bring me
Altered winds of change
Help me see what’s hidden
In life I’m lost
In death you are found
The lyrics of "Spirit Animal" by Soulfly delve into themes of inner struggle, connection with the spiritual realm, and the idea of finding guidance and strength from one's spirit animal. The opening lines, "Life is dark as dusk, Waiting for the dam to burst, Look to you in others, Guide me through the veil deception," set a tone of anticipation and seeking clarity amidst darkness. The reference to looking to others for guidance suggests a reliance on external influences to navigate through challenges and uncertainties.
The lyrics emphasize the interconnectedness of all beings, stating "We are one of many, Born to face life’s tragedy, Never alone or forgotten, We know you are always watching." This sense of unity and shared experiences in facing life's struggles highlights the idea of collective strength and support from unseen forces. The recurring theme of being watched over and guided by a higher power or spirit animal conveys a sense of comfort and reassurance in times of difficulty.
The chorus reinforces the notion that one cannot evade their true self or inner struggles, as depicted in the lines "You can’t escape, When you're running from yourself, I can see you from my visions, Skepticism, Creature guide me." The lyrics suggest a dualistic nature where one's doubts and uncertainties are juxtaposed with the guiding presence of a spirit animal or otherworldly entity, urging the listener to confront their inner demons and embrace their true identity.
The closing verses bring forth a sense of transcendence and spiritual awakening, as depicted in the lines "When you speak - I speak, When you dream - I dream, In the true reality well beyond we’ll see, I’m walking life through departed souls." The imagery of walking through departed souls and seeking guidance from the winds of change speaks to a deeper understanding of life's mysteries and the cyclical nature of existence. The juxtaposition of being lost in life yet found in death symbolizes a journey towards self-discovery and enlightenment through the guidance of one's spirit animal.
Line by Line Meaning
Life is dark as dusk
Existence can often feel as dim and uncertain as twilight.
Waiting for the dam to burst
Anticipating the pivotal moment when emotions and truths will finally overflow.
Look to you in others
Seeking guidance and insight from those around me.
Guide me through the veil deception
Lead me past the illusions and falsehoods that cloud my perception.
We are one of many
We are interconnected beings among countless others.
Born to face life’s tragedy
Destined to confront and endure the hardships of existence.
Never alone or forgotten
Never left isolated or abandoned.
We know you are always watching
We acknowledge the ever-present guidance and observation of a higher power.
You can’t escape
Avoiding or denying your own truth is futile.
When youre running from yourself
When you avoid confronting your own inner struggles.
I can see you from my visions
I perceive your essence through my intuition and insights.
Skepticism
Doubt or uncertainty about the validity of beliefs or experiences.
Creature guide me
Mystical being, please lead and enlighten me.
Clairvoyant messenger
Visionary communicator with insights beyond the ordinary.
Massive dark hysteria
Overwhelming sense of chaos and fear.
True death, symbolic words
The final transition, accompanied by meaningful representations.
Cut through illusion
Discern the truth amidst the falsehoods and deceptions.
Together we are stronger
Unified, we possess greater resilience and fortitude.
Won’t be tortured any longer
Will no longer be subjected to suffering and anguish.
We can learn to deal with pain
We can acquire the ability to cope with emotional or physical distress.
Knowing we’ll see them again
Assured of reuniting with departed loved ones in another realm.
When you speak - I speak
Our communication echoes and intertwines.
When you dream - I dream
Our subconscious experiences are entwined.
What the winds of change
Anticipating the transformative forces that lie ahead.
They will bring me
Will lead me towards new revelations and opportunities.
Altered winds of change
Transformed forces of change affecting my path.
Help me see what’s hidden
Assist in uncovering the obscured truths and insights.
In life I’m lost
Feeling adrift and confused amidst the complexities of existence.
In death you are found
Finding clarity and purpose in the transition beyond mortal life.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MASSIMILIANO CAVALERA, ZYON CAVALERA
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