SS eventually caught the attention of record labels, and in 2004, their 1st international debut, "Premeditated", was released on Sector 9 Studios (US) and Out of Line (Europe). To promote the release, SS departed for an extensive North American tour with Imperative Reaction. In November of 2004, SS took their act to Germany to perform at a series of "Out of Line Electro Festivals" with Hocico, Icon of Coil, God Module and Spetsnaz.
In 2005 SS moved to Metropolis Records, to release their next album, "Postscript", showcasing the band's knack for writing some of the most emotional electronic music in the genre. After following the release of "Postscript" with a US tour, SS is once again back in the studio working on more music to satisfy their ever-growing fan base.
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The Disappearance
System Syn Lyrics
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But I failed at that, and we all know why
I'm not a part of this, it's not a part of me
We burn both sides and call it symmetry
And I know everything they say
I'll believe them when they've stung
All those things I would become
Let them burn out with the sun
(Chorus)
I am fading
I am fading
Will you let me disappear?
I was never here
I was never here
Oh, I am fading
I am fading
Will you let me disappear?
I was never here
I was never here
They're sewn onto my skin, the pieces of humanity
That fell off in the street, from the lepers who would walk with me
I thought it made me just like them; human contact, human sin
But it was just a mask of cells, a running veil of my own hell
And I know all those things they say
I'll believe them when they've stung
All those things I would become
Let them burn out with the sun
[chorus]
They say all things come to
Those who wait, like the
End of life or the
Birth of hate, like you're
Given a choice and it's
A prize at the end, do you
Realize there's no
Fucking way to win?
We're all fading
We're all fading
Will you let us disappear?
We were never here
We were never here
Yes, we're all fading
We're all fading
Will you let us disappear?
We were never here
We were never here...
The lyrics of System Syn's song, The Disappearance, showcase an existential crisis of a person who feels disconnected from society and life in general. The singer regrets missing a chance to live life to the fullest, and now they're struggling to find their place in the world. They burn both sides, perhaps trying to fit into two different groups, but in the end, they feel like they do not belong. The use of the phrase "we burn both sides and call it symmetry" is a metaphor to describe the futility of the singer's attempts to fit in.
The singer seems to be aware of what people say about them, and they don't care about others' opinions. However, when they have been stung, they acknowledge the truth, but it's too late. They realize they have become something they never wanted to be, and it's time to let those things burn out with the sun. The chorus emphasises this regret, as they plead to disappear as they were never here.
The second verse is a continuation of the singer's introspection. They talk about the pieces of humanity sewn onto their skin that they picked up from walking with the lepers. The singer thought it made them human, but later realised it was just a mask they wore firmly. The melancholic tone of the verse and its imagery is a powerful metaphor of wearing a mask and feeling disconnected from one's authentic self.
The song's theme of fading away and disappearing is aptly reinforced by the chorus and the choice of instrumentals. The hauntingly beautiful melody and the use of synthesizers create a somewhat ethereal yet unsettling atmosphere that perfectly complements the lyrics. Overall, The Disappearance is a deeply introspective and emotive song that questions the human need for identity and meaning.
Line by Line Meaning
I had one last chance to live this life
I am approaching the end of my life and this is my final chance to make the most of it.
But I failed at that, and we all know why
I have squandered that chance and it is apparent to everyone why.
I'm not a part of this, it's not a part of me
I feel disconnected from the world and it does not feel like it is a part of who I am.
We burn both sides and call it symmetry
We cause destruction in equal measure and delude ourselves that it is balanced or symmetrical.
And I know everything they say
I have heard all the opinions and criticisms directed towards me.
I'll believe them when they've stung
I won't fully accept their criticisms until they feel the pain or struggle that I have faced.
All those things I would become
I once had ideas of who I wanted to become, but they have faded or vanished.
Let them burn out with the sun
I will let those unfulfilled desires burn away as I approach the end of my life.
I am fading
I am rapidly losing my grip on life and slipping towards death.
Will you let me disappear?
I am asking those around me to allow me to pass away peacefully without interference or struggle.
I was never here
I feel like I never truly lived or left a mark on the world.
They're sewn onto my skin, the pieces of humanity
I bear the scars or remnants of all the struggles and hardships I have faced throughout life.
That fell off in the street, from the lepers who would walk with me
Though I have encountered others who have faced hardships like me, we still face rejection or scorn from society.
I thought it made me just like them; human contact, human sin
I once believed that sharing those struggles made me closer to those who had faced them before, but now I view it as a negative or sinful aspect of humanity.
But it was just a mask of cells, a running veil of my own hell
Those outward scars were just a mask for the internal turmoil and pain I face every day.
They say all things come to
There is a common saying that suggests that everything in life comes eventually, whether it be good or bad.
Those who wait, like the
Those who are patient or who can endure the struggles will be rewarded in the end.
End of life or the
This can be applied to both the end of life, as well as other milestones or significant moments in life.
Birth of hate, like you're
This can also apply to the birth or growth of negative emotions or attitudes.
Given a choice and it's
When presented with options or choices, there is often a reward or punishment that follows.
A prize at the end, do you
If you make the right choice or endure the struggle, there will be a reward or prize at the end.
Realize there's no
However, in reality, there may be no clear reward or chance to win at all.
Fucking way to win?
It may seem like there is no possible way to succeed or win, regardless of the choices or actions taken.
We're all fading
All of us are approaching the end of our lives, and losing our hold on life.
Will you let us disappear?
We are asking those around us to allow us to pass away with dignity and without interference.
We were never here
We fear that we will be forgotten or that our lives will ultimately have no real impact or significance.
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