Salvation
The Fosters Lyrics


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I couldn't say this
I hold this to myself it seems
I am untrusting of all patience
This hand of mine has recked all thoughts
I never existed before this moment
And as my wings reach the earth I feel it's cold deathly hands bring me closer
I feel the grip of the burning souls who lost their remembrance tighten
As I fall through an abyss of self uncertainty in a farm that raises mal intent
We bleed
We bleed and I am over the edge
We bleed
We bleed and I am running
And on the death of my own absence of consciousness I leave only one note
That when that great barrier devours the most uncertain of all the bastards and cruel-willed men
I will be there
I will be there
I will be there




I will be there
I will be there

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Fosters's song "Salvation" convey a sense of despair, isolation, and a search for meaning. The singer seems to be dealing with an internal struggle, unable to express his emotions, and feeling untrusting of those around him. The opening lines suggest that the singer has been keeping something to himself, possibly an internal conflict or emotional turmoil.


As the song progresses, the singer describes a fall into an abyss of self-doubt and uncertainty. He experiences the grip of the burning souls who lost their remembrance, implying that he too has lost something important that he cannot remember. The concept of bleeding is repeated throughout the song, perhaps as a metaphor for the pain and suffering that the singer is experiencing. The repeated refrain of "I will be there" at the end of the song suggests a desire for redemption or salvation from this suffering.


Overall, the lyrics of "Salvation" are introspective and haunting, painting a picture of someone in the throes of spiritual or emotional crisis. The song conveys a sense of isolation and despair, but also hints at the possibility of redemption or salvation.


Line by Line Meaning

I couldn't say this
I am unable to express my true emotions or thoughts


I hold this to myself it seems
I keep my feelings and thoughts hidden


I am untrusting of all patience
I have lost faith in waiting for things to get better


This hand of mine has recked all thoughts
My actions have caused confusion and chaos in my mind


I never existed before this moment
I feel like I have just come into being or gained self-awareness


And as my wings reach the earth I feel it's cold deathly hands bring me closer
I am being pulled down to earth, towards death


I feel the grip of the burning souls who lost their remembrance tighten
I feel the pain and suffering of those who have lost their memories or identities


As I fall through an abyss of self uncertainty in a farm that raises mal intent
I am descending into a state of doubt and insecurity, surrounded by negativity


We bleed
We are suffering and in pain


We bleed and I am over the edge
I am pushed to my limit and can no longer handle the pain


We bleed and I am running
I am trying to escape the pain and suffering


And on the death of my own absence of consciousness I leave only one note
If I were to die or lose consciousness, this is the message I would leave behind


That when that great barrier devours the most uncertain of all the bastards and cruel-willed men
Even in the face of death or destruction, I will be there to stand up against those who have caused harm and suffering


I will be there
I am committed to standing up against those who have caused pain and suffering, even if it means risking my own life




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Written by: Foster Hilding

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