Besides Chris, the original lineup included Jens Gärtner who provided the drums and loops. In 1997, Manuel Selling was added to the lineup to provide the guitars. In 2000, Manuel left the band and Gordon Mocznay took over on guitar and bass guitar. A year later in 2001, Louis Manke joined the band as well, adding a second guitar to the band.
Terminal Choice was Chris Pohl's main and most well-known project, and they have enjoyed great success both in Germany and abroad, and are often compared to and sometimes referred to as a precursor to another popular German industrial-stomp band, Rammstein. The success of Terminal Choice has also transferred to the other members of Terminal Choice, as Chris helped Gordon form his own band known as Mordorn and also helped Louis form a band named Staubkind. Despite being involved with numerous bands, all members are still creating music with Terminal Choice and an album with the title "New Born Enemies" was released on the 28th of July, in 2006.
Terminal Choice released their last CD Übermacht in 2010.
The Sickness
Terminal Choice Lyrics
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I'm with you in your dreams
I know what's on your mind
I pray for you
Deep inside you there's a pain
You want to run away
A million miles away
You can't run and you can't hide
from the sickness deep inside
You know your life will end
and I never understand
Why does it have to be you?
Why do you deserve this pain?
Is there any explanation?
I feel so cold
Please stand up and fight
against the sickness deep inside
You are much too young to die
Don't die before I do
You are trapped inside your dream
and every night you scream
You are wishing for an end
Let me take you by the hand
Let me take you far away
No reason more to stay
No one can help you here
Try to break the chains
The lyrics of Terminal Choice's "The Sickness" are a poignant call to a friend who is struggling with inner turmoil and pain. The singer tells the listener that he hears them screaming and is with them in their dreams. He acknowledges the suffering that his friend is experiencing and prays for them. The listener is seemingly trapped inside a painful existence that they want to escape, feeling the need to run a million miles away from their reality. The singer offers empathy and support, urging the listener to fight against the sickness and not give up, promising to take them far away to a place where there is no more pain and no reason to stay.
The song seems to be about depression and suicidal thoughts, which are difficult topics to discuss. However, Terminal Choice's powerful lyrics resonate with those who have struggled with mental health issues and the pain that comes with them. The song reminds people that they are not alone in their suffering and that there is always hope for a better tomorrow. It's a touching message that can give hope to those who are desperately searching for a way out of their pain.
Line by Line Meaning
I hear you when you scream
I'm attuned to your cries for help
I'm with you in your dreams
I'm present in your subconscious state
I know what's on your mind
I comprehend the troubled thoughts in your head
I pray for you
I hope for your emotional wellbeing
Deep inside you there's a pain
You're hurting inside
You want to run away
You yearn to escape your reality
A million miles away
You want to be far removed from your current circumstances
from your reality
The life you currently lead is problematic
You can't run and you can't hide
Escaping the pain is impossible
from the sickness deep inside
The source of your suffering is within you
You know your life will end
You're aware of your mortality
and I never understand
I can't grasp why this is happening to you
Why does it have to be you?
What led to your suffering?
Why do you deserve this pain?
You don't deserve the torment you're experiencing
Is there any explanation?
What circumstances led to this?
I feel so cold
I empathize deeply with your pain
Please stand up and fight
Don't let the suffering get the better of you
against the sickness deep inside
Battle the source of the pain within you
You are much too young to die
It's not your time to leave the world
Don't die before I do
I'm not ready to lose you from my life
You are trapped inside your dream
Your mind holds you captive
and every night you scream
The agony haunts you even while you sleep
You are wishing for an end
You crave for closure from the suffering
Let me take you by the hand
Let me guide you through this challenging phase
Let me take you far away
Let's find a better place for you
No reason more to stay
Your current situation is untenable
No one can help you here
There is no support available in your current circumstances
Try to break the chains
Attempt to break free from the shackles of your suffering
Contributed by Jayden E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.