Disorder
Terminal Serious Lyrics

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Disorder
Violent hater
Disorder
Stubborn walker

There is not a way
Romantic way
Neoclassical

Where are you going?
Don′t run away
Stop for a moment

Let yourself be seen in the mystical

When the soul is undressed
All that remains is grotesque all
Let yourself be seen in the mystical

You don't know
But you′re dying
Don't seem to be but
You're dying

There is not a way
Romantic way
Neoclassical

So do it now
It′s not easy though

One has only to live
Let yourself be seen in the mystical

Overall Meaning

In the song "Disorder" by Terminal Serious, each line repeated twice, the lyrics seemingly describe a person overwhelmed by confusion and loss of direction, resulting in a state of disorder. The first two lines, "Disorder, violent hater, Disorder, stubborn walker," create a striking image of a person lashing out and pushing through in stubbornness. The next set of lyrics begs the question, "where are you going?" as the person seems to be running away and needs to stop for a moment and let themselves be seen in the mystical. The idea of letting oneself be seen in the mystical can be interpreted as finding comfort in unknown or spiritual realms.

The lines "when the soul is undressed, all that remains is grotesque all" evokes imagery of a person stripped of all their layers of facade and illusion, leaving behind only raw and grotesque emotions. This could mean that the person has reached a point where they can no longer mask their vulnerabilities or insecurities. The final lines of the song urge the person to take action, live deliberately and let themselves be seen in the mystical.

Overall, the song can be seen as a call for people to confront their own personal disorder and take control of their lives by embracing the mystical and unknown.

Line by Line Meaning

Disorder
An expression that highlights a state of chaos or confusion which exists deep down within oneself.

Violent hater
The feeling of strong dislike or hostility towards oneself, manifesting in aggressive behavior on the outside.

Disorder
Reiteration of the state of chaos within oneself, indicating that it is both persistent and ongoing.

Stubborn walker
A description of oneself, being resolute and unyielding in the face of obstacles that present themselves while navigating through life.

There is not a way
A realization that there is no easy or simple solution to the inner turmoil that one experiences.

Romantic way
The notion that a solution based on unrealistic ideals and fantasy will not help overcome one's inner struggles.

Neoclassical
The knowledge that adopting a traditionalist view without a deeper understanding of one's own complexities will not bring about a solution to the chaos within.

Where are you going?
An existential question, seeking to know the direction one is headed in life and whether it is in the right direction.

Don't run away
An admonition to not shy away from confronting one's inner struggles and facing them head-on, rather than running away from them.

Stop for a moment
A call to take a break, pause and reflect on one's choices and the path being taken in life thus far, paving the way for a renewed purpose.

Let yourself be seen in the mystical
A plea to embrace one's spirituality and the mysteries of life, opening oneself up to new possibilities and finding answers within oneself.

When the soul is undressed
Indicating that when one strips away all the layers, pretense and ego that hides the true self, what is left is a raw and sometimes ugly reflection.

All that remains is grotesque all
A realization that the true self may not always be aesthetically pleasing, but it is the truth and acceptance of this is integral to one's journey towards healing.

You don't know
An acknowledgement that one may not be fully aware of the extent of one's own struggle, and therefore need time to introspect and gain deeper insight.

But you're dying
Highlighting the severity of the situation, that the inner struggle can lead to emotional and spiritual death if not addressed.

Don't seem to be but
Emphasizing the urgency and the need to not dismiss the struggle as something trivial or insignificant, but rather acknowledge its significance.

So do it now
An exhortation to take action and tackle the issue head-on, rather than procrastinating or putting it off to another day.

It's not easy though
A realistic portrayal of the journey towards self-discovery and healing, acknowledging that it is not an easy task.

One has only to live
Reminding oneself that life is a journey filled with ups and downs, which should be experienced and learned from, as it is these experiences that shape us into who we are.

Let yourself be seen in the mystical
Reiteration of the earlier plea to embrace spirituality and mystery in life, and to allow oneself to be vulnerable and authentic in the process of healing.

Writer(s): Luigi Buonaiuto

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