Clint Carney first began writing and performing music under the name System… Read Full Bio ↴Clint Carney first began writing and performing music under the name System Syn in 1997. During the first seven years of the bands existence, SS self-released five full-length albums and three EPs, remixed over fifteen top electronic artists, appeared on seven different compilations, and contributed to a motion picture soundtrack. On top of all of SS's studio work, the band was also building a reputation for themselves as a powerful live act, having shared the stage with such artists as Daniel Ash (of Love and Rockets, Bauhaus and Tones on Tail), Red Flag, Seabound, Stromkern, Informatik, Babyland, etc.

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 Skeleton Of A Heart
System Syn Lyrics

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I open up but no truth comes out
But silence never eases doubt
So I sell a promise made of dust
While we play a game called one way trust
But I tried so hard, I swear do you believe me
You believe me, it's so easy when you care
But I tried so hard, I swear do you believe me
You believe me, mourn for a heart that was never there

I will stumble, I won't end
Because you will follow through
It's so easy to pretend
That this is something new
But you live this everyday
Don't say it's happening to you
We're incapable of change
In your heart, you always knew

But I tried so hard, I swear do you believe me
You believe me, it's so easy when you care
But I tried so hard, I swear do you believe me
You believe me, mourn for a heart that was never there

I will stumble, I won't end
Because you will follow through
It's so easy to pretend
That this is something new
But you live this everyday
Don't say it's happening to you
We're incapable of change
In your heart, you always knew

I do this to you
I do this to you
I do this to you
Again
And again

I will stumble, I won't end
Because you will follow through
It's so easy to pretend
That this is something new
But you live this everyday
Don't say it's happening to you
We're incapable of change
In your heart, you always knew

I do this to you
Again and again
I do this to you
Again and again
I do this to you
Again and again
I do this to you
Again and again
I do this to you
Again and again

I do this to you
Again and again

Overall Meaning

In "TheSkeleton Of A Heart," by System Syn, the unnamed speaker appears to be struggling with self-deception, acknowledging their inability to be truthful with themselves and others. They admit that their promise of change is little more than empty posturing, engaging in a "game called one way trust." However, they also express regret and a desire for acceptance, pleading for the listener to "believe" them and "mourn for a heart that was never there."

The lyrics also touch upon the idea of inevitability and human nature, suggesting that true transformation is impossible. Despite acknowledging the harm they do to the other person, the singer believes that they "live this everyday" and that they are "incapable of change." The chorus, with its repeating phrase, "I do this to you again and again," reinforces a sense of cyclical and repetitive behavior, with the singer seemingly resigned to their own inability to grow or break free of negative patterns.

Overall, "The Skeleton Of A Heart" is a poignant and honest meditation on self-doubt, deception, and the limitations of human nature. It speaks to a universal struggle to reckon with our flaws and to strive towards growth, even in the face of our own limitations.

Line by Line Meaning

I open up but no truth comes out
I try to be honest but I can't say what's truly on my mind.

But silence never eases doubt
Not saying anything only makes things worse because doubts remain.

So I sell a promise made of dust
I make empty promises that I know I can't keep or that have no substance, like dust.

While we play a game called one way trust
We pretend to trust each other, but in reality, it's a one-way street where one person is doing all the trusting, while the other person is just pretending to do so.

But I tried so hard, I swear do you believe me
I'm asking if you believe that I'm truly giving it my all.

You believe me, it's so easy when you care
It's easy to trust someone who you care for and love.

Mourn for a heart that was never there
Regret the fact that I was never truly invested in this relationship.

I will stumble, I won't end
I might make mistakes and fall, but I won't completely give up because of you.

But you live this everyday
You deal with this every day, and it's not anything new.

Don't say it's happening to you
Don't just pretend like you're a victim in this situation because you've been playing a part all along.

We're incapable of change
Neither of us is capable of changing the way we behave and react with each other.

In your heart, you always knew
Deep down inside, you always knew that this was how things were going to turn out.

I do this to you Again
I keep doing the same things over and over again to you, without changing anything.

And again
This cycle just keeps on repeating itself, with no end in sight.

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