The Berzerker has produced five full length albums, The Berzerker (2000), Dissimulate (2002), World of Lies (2005), Animosity (2007) and The Reawakening (2008). These were released through Earache Records, with the exception of the latest album, which was released through Berserker Industries. During the early part of their career as a live act, band members were identified only as The Vocalist, The Guitarist, The Bassist and The Drummer, distinguishable on stage only by the masks they wore. However, the group has since abandoned this device.
A DVD documentary, The Principles and Practices of The Berzerker (2004), includes several hours of live concert footage, as well as the first public images of the band members without their masks.
Most of the band's music videos have been banned from broadcast for reasons such as the possible epileptic fit-inducing imagery contained in the video "Forever", and the horrific imagery of "Reality". The latter features graphic images of cadavers and body parts, along with appearances from the band themselves.
Years active: 1995-2010
Black Heart
The Berzerker Lyrics
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I don't understand the connection between most people
Lonely from the world and because of the world
Why do I want more than most of us?
And why won't I just settle for less
I'm the only one with the reasons and answers why
Hallucinations of the mind, as you argue with yourself
Dissention to madness, is not far from hand
Independence you once had delusions deluded
What I say do and I do what I say
I know it all too well, I see it everyday
So let me tell you now I know you're not alone
To make this very clear
I think that you are way beyond my help
Year after year I tried and trained not to assimilate
But only to find my self even more alone
As I ponder about life and my existence
I feel a resolve that your not here with me
Walking alone through the wastelands of destruction
And as I explore I find you living there
Symptoms of hatred, I see an altered state
Hallucinations of the mind, as you argue with yourself
Dissention to madness, is not far from hand
Independence you once had delusions deluded
The Berzerker's song Black Heart is a contemplation on the human condition and the singer's own detachment from society. The opening verse questions the standards that most people follow and the singer's inability to understand their connection with others. He feels alone from the world and because of the world, and wonders why he is driven to want more than what most people settle for. He believes that he is the only one who holds the answers and reasons for his dissatisfaction with the world.
The subsequent verse focuses on the symptoms of hatred that the singer sees in society, including altered states of mind, hallucinations, and dissension to madness. He believes that people are deluded by their own illusions of independence, and that he can see through these delusions because he is not bound to them. He asserts that he knows himself better than anyone else, and understands himself all too well. He also acknowledges that he cannot help others who are lost in their own delusions, and that they are beyond his reach.
The final verse deals with the singer's own struggle to find meaning and connection in life. He has tried to resist assimilation and conformity to societal norms but has found himself even more isolated as a result. He muses on the nature of existence and feels a sense of resolve that accompanies his solitude. However, he also discovers that there are others living in the wastelands of destruction with him, and that they too are experiencing symptoms of hatred and delusions.
Line by Line Meaning
Questioning standards, striving forward
I constantly evaluate societal norms and push myself towards progress.
I don't understand the connection between most people
I struggle to relate to others because of my desire for more.
Lonely from the world and because of the world
My pursuit for greatness has left me feeling isolated and misunderstood.
Why do I want more than most of us?
I question why I am so driven for success while others seem content with mediocrity.
And why won't I just settle for less
Despite sometimes feeling lost, I refuse to give up on my aspirations.
I'm the only one with the reasons and answers why
I am confident in my convictions, and believe only I can truly understand and define my motivations.
Symptoms of hatred, I see an altered state
I see the negative effects of anger and resentment on those around me.
Hallucinations of the mind, as you argue with yourself
I recognize the internal struggle and confusion that can manifest from negative emotions.
Dissention to madness, is not far from hand
I understand how continually feeding negativity can lead to a loss of control and irrationality.
Independence you once had delusions deluded
I acknowledge that my drive for success has come at a cost, blinding me to the importance of relationships and teamwork.
What I say do and I do what I say
I hold myself accountable and prove my dedication through my actions.
I know it all too well, I see it everyday
I constantly experience the effects of my own ambition and drive.
So let me tell you now I know you're not alone
I want to reach out to others who may be struggling and see themselves in my own struggles.
To make this very clear
I am committed to being honest and transparent about my own experiences.
I think that you are way beyond my help
Despite wanting to help, I recognize that each person's journey is unique and cannot be fully understood or guided by anyone else.
Year after year I tried and trained not to assimilate
I have worked to maintain my individuality and resist the pressure to conform.
But only to find my self even more alone
I acknowledge that my quest for uniqueness has sometimes left me feeling even more isolated from others.
As I ponder about life and my existence
I often reflect on my place in the world and how my actions impact others.
I feel a resolve that your not here with me
While I may not always know what comes next, I am committed to forging my own path forward.
Walking alone through the wastelands of destruction
I continue to persevere, even in the face of adversity and obstacles.
And as I explore I find you living there
I am not alone in my struggles, and often find solace in realizing that others share my experiences.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DANIEL JOHNS, JESSICA ORIGLIASSO, LISA ORIGLIASSO, LOUIS SCHOORL
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