Their first single, broken lines and empty smiles, was released in august 2004. The single reached the first position in MTV Cutting Edge and lasted for 7 weeks. And later on, the single was re-recorded for the Anthems of Tomorrow v/a album which was released by dE records.
Sweet As Revenge now are more likely to be called as one of the best performing band. The energy delivered in every of their shows made the crowds feel the emotional atmosphere.
They are constantly wheeling on the edge of losing control, toeing the line between pure insanity and self-control.
Dinand in particular is manic, his voice often sounding like he was throwing every ounce of his soul into every single word. Occasionally his voice sounds so raw that you'll find yourself hitting the sore throat medicine on his behalf.
The purity of Dinand's intense delivery made any listener feel as though he really meant every single scream, cry and shout.
Febri often shows dynamic bass playing in every songs, which you can find in most swing and jazz bands, and with his hurtful scratchy vocal approach, he completed the text and make sure that the message delivered!
Powerful and aggressive rhythm guitar proved to be the back bone of their songs. Kisut treated the six-strings like a chainsaw, but you can feel the purity inside his swelling guitar bruises.
On the other side, Akmal's guitar melody seems to fill the elegant side of the songs to make it more audible. They've made a perfect duo.
Nanda's drumming is also riding that edge of complete disarray, offering her most frantic, kinetic playing on stage.
Having a rare formation as a girl-drumming band, Sweet As Revenge have managed to stand out!
Some might say, this is their best formation ever!
Serenade
Sweet As Revenge Lyrics
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That you could leave
And vanish into nothingness
Left us alone
I shall never forget the moment that I heard the news of you
Nothing gonna be the same again
I never thought that all the problems you kept in had a glimpse of truth
These words and these melodies I write for you
Inscribed in our hearts we scream for you
You never be alone again
Cos this serenade I sing for you
Will be your guardian angel
Watching over your endless sleep
Every now and then your smile
Appears before me
Only then I realize it's all just a dream
Your ghost still linger upon us
As it watches over
My every step
These words and these melodies I write for you
Inscribed in our hearts we scream for you
You never be alone again
Cos this serenade I sing for you
Will be your guardian angel
Watching over your endless sleep
The song "Serenade" by Indonesian metalcore band Sweet As Revenge is a tribute to a loved one who passed away. The lyrics reflect the sense of loss and disbelief that comes with sudden death, and the feeling that the departed person will always be with those who mourn them. The opening lines express the shock and denial that many people feel when they first hear the news of a death. The idea that someone could "vanish into nothingness" and leave loved ones "alone" can be difficult to accept.
The second verse reflects on the impact that the loss has had on the singer's life. They express the feeling that "nothing gonna be the same again" and that they never realized how much the departed person was struggling. There is a sense of guilt that comes with this realization, as if the singer wishes they could have done something to help. However, the lyrics suggest that music can be a way to connect with the departed person and keep their memory alive. The "words and melodies" that the singer writes are a way to honor the person they lost and to keep them close.
The chorus of the song reiterates the message of the verses. The departed person will never be alone again, because the serenade that the singer sings will be their "guardian angel." The lyrics suggest that music can have a power beyond the physical world, and that the serenade will watch over the deceased person as they sleep. The final verse reflects on the bittersweet nature of memories. The singer is grateful for the moments when they can remember the departed person's smile, but they also acknowledge that these memories are painful because they remind them that the person is gone. However, the lyrics suggest that the ghost of the departed person is still present, "watching over" the singer's every step.
Line by Line Meaning
That thought never cross my mind
I never once considered the possibility that you would leave us and disappear.
And vanish into nothingness
Disappear without a trace or explanation, leaving us wondering what happened.
Left us alone
Abandoned us and didn't give us any closure or comfort.
I shall never forget the moment that I heard the news of you
I will always remember the exact moment I found out that you were gone.
Nothing gonna be the same again
Things will never be as they were before, because you were an important part of our lives.
I never thought that all the problems you kept in had a glimpse of truth
I didn't realize that the issues you were dealing with were as serious as they were, and that they could drive you to leave us.
Every now and then your smile
Sometimes I can still see your smile in my mind.
Appears before me
It seems like a vision, something that's not really there.
Only then I realize it's all just a dream
It's a fantasy that I'm clinging to, because I miss you so much.
Your ghost still lingers upon us
Even though you're gone, your presence still feels very real to us.
As it watches over
We feel like you're still with us, somehow protecting us from harm.
My every step
We feel your influence and guidance in our daily lives, even though you're not physically here.
These words and these melodies I write for you
The music and lyrics are my way of expressing my love and sorrow for you.
Inscribed in our hearts we scream for you
Our memories of you are engraved in our hearts, and we cry out for you because we miss you so much.
You never be alone again
We want you to know that even though you're gone, you'll never be truly alone.
Cos this serenade I sing for you
This song is my way of reaching out to you, even though you can't hear it.
Will be your guardian angel
The song is like a guardian angel, watching over you and protecting you.
Watching over your endless sleep
Even though you're gone, we hope that you're at peace, and that this song will help you rest easy.
Contributed by Austin E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.