The band confirmed in an interview with HM magazine that they are NOT a Christian band. They broke up in 2008, due to financial problems, touring, personal reasons.
Current members:
Mike Williams – lead vocals (2002–2008, 2013–present), bass guitar (2001)
Chris Emmons – guitar (2001–2008, 2013–present)
Brian Hodges – guitar (2004–2008, 2013–present)
Jay White – bass (2016–present)
Former members:
Daniel Hickman – rhythm guitar (2001)
Rod Burguiere – lead vocals (2001–2002)
Johnny Lloyd – lead guitar (2001–2003)
Matt Shannon – bass guitar (2003)
Brian Stewart – bass (2006)
Garrett Grover – bass (2001–2003)
Ryan Folden – drums (2007–2008)
Chris Rye – bass (2006–2008, 2013–2015)
Stephen Kaye – rhythm guitar (2003–2005)
Brent Masters – drums (2001–2006, 2013–2015)
Scars of Your Disease
The Agony Scene Lyrics
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Your dead and abandoned
Strung up for all of you to see
Naked and screaming
So beautiful profane
The essence of bleeding
The scars that bare my name
I am the hatred incarnate
I am the sickness inside you
Longing for
This is the hate that surrounds you
Pray for the endless touch of death
Now burning inside you
I am the scars of your disease
I am eternal damnation
The bastard child of your disease
The slow suffocation
Strung up for everyone to see
Sever the feeling
The mirror of your shame
The darkest temptation
Your scars that bear my name
I am the endless procession
I am the poison for the weak
I am your loveless desire, longing for
This is the hate that surrounds you
Pray for the endless touch of death
Now burning inside you
I am the scars of your disease
I am the ever-forsaken bastard child of your disease
Your dead and abandoned
Strung up for all to view
This is the hate that surrounds you
Pray for the endless touch of death
Now burning inside you
I am the scars of your disease
The Agony Scene's "Scars of Your Disease" is a song that is full of anger, aggression, and desperation. The lyrics narrate the pain and suffering that the singer (possibly a victim of abuse or betrayal) has been subjected to as a result of the disease (perhaps a metaphor for addiction or mental illness) of someone close to them. The opening lines, "I am the ever-forsaken bastard child of your disease, your dead and abandoned" reveal the feeling of abandonment and neglect experienced by the singer. They feel like they are the result of the disease and have been left to suffer alone.
The harsh lyrics, "Strung up for all of you to see, naked and screaming, so beautiful profane" create vivid imagery of the singer's pain and desperation, as if they have been put on display for all to see. The following lines, "I am the hatred incarnate, I am the choked and dying screams" reveal the level of intense anger and hate that they are feeling. The chorus ("This is the hate that surrounds you, pray for the endless touch of death, now burning inside you, I am the scars of your disease") highlights the cycle of suffering as a result of the disease, with the singer being the embodiment of the scars left behind.
The final lines, "I am the ever-forsaken bastard child of your disease, your dead and abandoned, strung up for all to view" evoke a sense of finality and hopelessness. The singer feels that they have been left to suffer and that there is no escape from the pain that they are feeling.
Interesting facts:
* The song was released in 2003 as part of The Agony Scene's debut album, The Agony Scene.
* The song was written by Daniel Hickman (the lead singer of The Agony Scene) and Brent Masters (the guitarist).
* The music video for the song was directed by Myke Schwartz and features footage of the band performing in a dimly lit room interspersed with images of a woman in agony.
* The song was re-recorded for the band's 2018 comeback album, Tormentor.
* The band has described their music as "melodic death metal" and "metalcore".
* The Agony Scene split up in 2008 but reformed in 2018.
* The band has cited influences like At The Gates, In Flames, and Dark Tranquillity.
* The song has been featured in various video games, including WWE SmackDown! vs. Raw 2006 and FlatOut 2.
* The lyrics of the song have been compared to the themes of the video game Silent Hill 2.
* The band's music has been described by some critics as being "cathartic" and "intense".
Chords: Unfortunately, the chords for "Scars of Your Disease" are not available at this time.
Line by Line Meaning
I am the ever-forsaken bastard child of your disease
I am the product of the pain and suffering caused by your illness
Your dead and abandoned
You've left me to suffer alone in my pain and misery
Strung up for all of you to see
My pain and emotional turmoil are on full display for everyone to witness
Naked and screaming
I feel exposed and vulnerable, crying out in agony and despair
So beautiful profane
My suffering is a twisted and disturbing sight to behold
The essence of bleeding
My pain is so intense that I feel like I'm bleeding from every pore
The scars that bare my name
My emotional scars are a direct result of your disease and are a permanent reminder of the pain you've caused
I am the hatred incarnate
I am consumed by feelings of anger, resentment, and hostility towards you and your illness
I am the choked and dying screams
My cries for help and release from pain are being ignored and falling on deaf ears
I am the sickness inside you
Your disease has taken over your body and mind, causing you immense pain and suffering
Longing for
I crave an end to your pain, even if it means you have to die
This is the hate that surrounds you
Your illness has caused a ripple effect, spreading feelings of anger and bitterness to those around you
Pray for the endless touch of death
I wish for you to be released from your pain and suffering through death
Now burning inside you
Your illness is consuming every part of you, causing you immense pain and turmoil
I am the scars of your disease
I am a direct result of the emotional pain and scars caused by your illness
I am eternal damnation
I am a constant reminder of the pain and suffering caused by your disease
The slow suffocation
I am slowly being suffocated by feelings of pain, anger, and hatred caused by your illness
Sever the feeling
I wish I could cut off all emotional ties to you and your illness
The mirror of your shame
My pain and suffering are a reflection of the damage and destruction caused by your disease
The darkest temptation
The idea of ending your pain and suffering through death is a morally questionable thought that I can't seem to shake
Your scars that bear my name
Your illness has caused me so much emotional pain and turmoil that it feels like my name is etched in your scars
I am the endless procession
My pain and turmoil are never-ending, causing me to feel like I'm in a constant state of agony
I am the poison for the weak
My negative emotions and feelings caused by your illness are toxic and can harm those who are vulnerable and susceptible
I am your loveless desire, longing for
I want an end to your pain and suffering, but I have no love or compassion left for you due to the emotional scars and pain you've caused me
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRENT WADE MASTERS, CHRISTOPHER MICHEAL EMMONS, MICHAEL JASON WILLIAMS, STEPHEN KAYE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@6shot6
these guys were one of my favorite bands in jr high, 6+ years later i still come back to listen to them. they have some of the hardest breaks, like this intro for instance. fuck.
@HisDudeness89NL
So much agression in this song. Love it.
@Fresh_I.S.C.
whoever the engineer was on this album deserves a fucking grammy.
@tompicker4017
The drummer is a beast
@Eshkanama
Absolutely
@Eshkanama
Forgot about this gem. Solid banger track👌
@SHADOW-ke6xz
The agony scene.....a patio stone to the head while you laying down....in the best way lol.
@iceddust69
this song helps me pick up big weight in the gym
@The511996
its kool how they have no dislikes
@G4JVideos
I'm practicing to scream like him!