Spiritual Beggars are basically a reversion to true rock roots. Although this is no-way a retrogression of musical techniques. They offer intelligent and burnished pieces of euphony, that come across like a junkie of groove. In other words a musical drug, an addictive blend of severity and harmony.
Current lineup
Michael Amott (Arch Enemy, Carcass) - Guitars
Apollo Papathanasio (Firewind) - Vocals
Sharlee D'Angelo (Arch Enemy, Mercyful Fate, King Diamond, Dismember) - Bass
Per Wiberg (Opeth) - Keyboards
Ludwig Witt (The Mushroom River band, Shining, Firebird) - Drums
Past members
Christian "Spice" Sjöstrand (The Mushroom River Band, Kayser, Spice and the RJ Band) - Vocals, Bass
Johnny Dordevic (Entombed) - Bass
Roger Nilsson (The Quill, Firebird) - Bass
Janne "JB" Christoffersson (Grand Magus) - Vocals
Beneath The Skin
Spiritual Beggars Lyrics
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Revel in your failure
Echo in your head
A familiar voice
I am the clown in the mirror
The part of you, you hate
Never far away
Beneath the skin
You sold your soul to me
A long, long time ago
Your own insecurity
Made me your master
The lyrics of the song "Beneath the Skin" by Spiritual Beggars deal with themes of self-doubt, insecurity, and the internal struggle to overcome one's own fears and weaknesses. The song talks about an inner voice that always seems to be there to gloat and revel in one's failure. This voice is like a clown in the mirror, the part of oneself that is despised and hated. It is never far away, always lurking beneath the surface, ready to pounce at any moment.
The chorus of the song talks about how the singer has sold their soul to this inner voice a long time ago, making it their master. They are trapped in a prison of their own making, bound by their own insecurities and self-doubts. The only way to break free from this cycle is to confront the clown in the mirror, to face their fears head-on, and to emerge victorious.
Overall, "Beneath the Skin" is a powerful song that speaks to the fragile nature of the human psyche and the need to overcome one's own inner demons.
Line by Line Meaning
Always there to gloat
I am constantly present to boast and show my self-importance over you.
Revel in your failure
I take pleasure and joy in your shortcomings and defeats.
Echo in your head
My words and influence resonate in your mind and constantly remind you of my control.
A familiar voice
My voice and presence are known to you as you have been under my influence for a long time.
I am the clown in the mirror
I am the dark and twisted side of you that you despise, but can't escape from.
The part of you, you hate
I am the embodiment of your insecurities and fears that you wish to be rid of.
Never far away
I am always nearby, lurking beneath the surface of your being.
Just there…
My influence is subtle, yet always present, never letting you forget my grip on you.
Beneath the skin
I exist within you, not as a physical entity, but a spiritual one, possessing your mind and soul.
You sold your soul to me
You willingly gave me control over your being, sacrificing your own autonomy for my twisted influence.
A long, long time ago
My influence has been present in your life for an extended period, slowly but surely taking over your being.
Your own insecurity
Your doubts and anxieties about yourself and your life made you vulnerable to my influence.
Made me your master
My hold on you became absolute, as you became my willing servant, constantly under my control.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL AMOTT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Andrew Pérez
love this band...¡¡¡¡
Tom Whelan
Awesome
Eduardo Rodriguez
Spiritual Beggars manda, lastima que se haya ido JB.....
romeolimagolf
actually he says, "your own insecurity" not "your lonely insecurity"