Sidenote: Not to be confused… Read Full Bio ↴The Covenant is Dutch heavy metal band.
Sidenote: Not to be confused with the Black Metal band Covenant which was later forced to change its name to The Kovenant. This band was responsible for the albums "In times before the light" and "Nexus Polaris".
Neither with Covenant is a Swedish synthpop trio. Their debut album, Dreams of a Cryotank, rapidly gained cult status among the European electronic music scene after its release in 1994.
Also an English Prog Rock band
Also a Basque Post Metal band
Tabula Rasa
The Covenant Lyrics
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Water must be allowed to seek it's own level
I don't seek to strive on others' expense
And the expense is mine as they judge my ways
I'm waiting for the rain to fall for days
I'm longing for the flood to sweep this all away
To grind the mountains to the level of the valleys
To cut the trees to the level of the grass
Let us grow in mutual respect and care
I will transgress the laws and change the orders
To live within an environment of my choice
So don't force your will or taste to rule over mine
Don't stand in the shadow of my hammer
The lyrics to "Tabula Rasa" by The Covenant express the desire for a fresh start and a clean slate. The singer seems to be experiencing obstacles and judgment from others who do not understand or appreciate their way of living. They are waiting for a change, hoping for rain to flood the earth and wash away everything that does not belong. This is not just physical, but also metaphorical, as the singer wishes to live in a world where everyone can grow and thrive in mutual respect and care. This would require a leveling of the playing field, so to speak, where everyone and everything is on an equal level, without hierarchies or oppression.
The singer suggests that they are willing to take matters into their own hands by transgressing laws and changing orders to create an environment of their own choosing. They reject the notion that someone else's will or taste should rule over theirs and do not want to be forced to conform to someone else's standards. The final line, "Don't stand in the shadow of my hammer," implies that the singer is ready and willing to take action, to use force if necessary, to achieve their vision of a new world.
Overall, "Tabula Rasa" is a call to action, an expression of frustration with the current state of things and a plea for a new beginning.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel too many affectious obstacles
I am overwhelmed by the negative feelings of others around me
Water must be allowed to seek its own level
Natural forces should be allowed to take their own course without interference
I don't seek to strive on others' expense
I do not wish to achieve success at the cost of others
And the expense is mine as they judge my ways
I am personally affected by the opinions of those who judge me
I'm waiting for the rain to fall for days
I am eagerly anticipating change, even if it requires much patience
I'm longing for the flood to sweep this all away
I wish for a complete reset, starting anew with a clean slate
To grind the mountains to the level of the valleys
To create a state of equality where everyone and everything is on the same level
To cut the trees to the level of the grass
To remove anything that may be considered an obstacle in the pursuit of equality
To asphalt the land in the name of equality
To pave the way for progress and equality, even if it means changing the natural landscape
Let us grow in mutual respect and care
Working together with empathy and attention to others is the key to growth and prosperity
I will transgress the laws and change the orders
I will push boundaries and change the status quo if it means achieving a better outcome
To live within an environment of my choice
To strive for an environment that aligns with personal values and beliefs
So don't force your will or taste to rule over mine
Do not try to impose your opinions or preferences on me; respect my autonomy
Don't stand in the shadow of my hammer
Do not underestimate my power or ability to make significant changes
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Jen Rose
2020 covid 19
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