In 2009, guitarists Dan Wright and George Harris began establishing their vision of a band that combines contemporary heavy music with powerful melodic vocals to create an epic and unique sound.
After writing their first album, they began searching for likeminded musicians to join the band and make their vision a reality.
Taking on bass player Matt Cox in 2012, with vocalist Michael Burrough and drummer Jai Patel joining in early 2013, the line up was complete and ready to take their music to the stage.
THE RAVEN AGE released their debut EP on July 5.
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The Day the World Stood Still
The Raven Age Lyrics
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Thinking of an afterlife counting down the days ‘til I die
Or have I made another mistake as
mankind's creation we suffer ‘til we're saved
Can you save me now I'm falling in deeper
Given one way out there's nowhere to run
I'm worrying I'm worrying this time I'll never heal
I'm worrying I'm worrying this world's standing still
And I'm on my own with the days merging as one
And I'm on my own this time this time I'll never heal
Wash away the fear that I can't seem to get out my mind
Everyday another fight I'm in the dark I'm begging for light
As time goes on I feel more afraid
Another reminder I cannot change this fate
Everything that I have done I've done for
us and now I'm suffering and paying for it
Rotting this torment I can't seem to get away
Everything that I have done I've done for
us and now I'm suffering and paying for it
Hoping to God in this life there's another way
The lyrics of The Raven Age's song The Day the World Stood Still is a reflection on the human condition, the fear of mortality, and the search for redemption. The songwriter is expressing fatigue with the idea of repentance - the constant attempt at atoning for past misdeeds. The singer is contemplating the inevitability of death and is unsure whether they have made another mistake, wondering whether they will have to continue suffering until they are saved.
The chorus speaks to the singer's sense of isolation and desperation. They feel as if they are falling deeper into despair and that there is no escape. The fear of never healing is palpable, and the realization that the world has seemingly stopped as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic is further adding to the singer's anxiety. The bridge speaks to the existential dread that the singer experiences, with every day feeling like a fight and begging for a glimmer of hope.
The song innately speaks to the struggles of life in the current pandemic, and how the weight of mortality is even heavier. The lyrics reflect the need to try and find meaning in a moment that feels as though the world has shifted. The singer in the song is struggling to come to terms with the weight of their actions and the ultimate fear of death. However, they hold onto hope that perhaps there could be another way, and that all isn't lost just yet.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so sick of this repenting for the sins that I've made
Expressing fatigue towards constantly atoning for past wrongdoings
Thinking of an afterlife counting down the days ‘til I die
Contemplating the idea of a future beyond death
Or have I made another mistake as mankind's creation we suffer ‘til we're saved
Questioning the morality of the human condition and its consequences
Can you save me now I'm falling in deeper
Asking for help and support in times of crisis
Given one way out there's nowhere to run
Feeling trapped and limited in available options
I'm worrying I'm worrying this time I'll never heal
Experiencing deep concern and doubt about one's ability to recover
I'm worrying I'm worrying this world's standing still
Feeling stuck and isolated in a world that seems stagnant
And I'm on my own with the days merging as one
Feeling alone and struggling to differentiate one day from another
And I'm on my own this time this time I'll never heal
Feeling completely alone and hopeless with no prospect of recovery
Wash away the fear that I can't seem to get out my mind
Yearning for relief from persistent fear and anxiety
Everyday another fight I'm in the dark I'm begging for light
Struggling constantly and seeking a way out of confusion and uncertainty
As time goes on I feel more afraid
Experiencing increasing fear as time passes
Another reminder I cannot change this fate
Realizing that certain aspects of life are beyond one's control
Everything that I have done I've done for us and now I'm suffering and paying for it
Expressing regret for past actions and the negative consequences they have brought
Rotting this torment I can't seem to get away
Suffering deeply and feeling unable to escape this pain
Hoping to God in this life there's another way
Holding out hope that there may be a different path forward
Contributed by Samantha J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@dayaprasad4458
From this onwards I promise myself that I will work hard on my goals
I will never feel insecure about anything
I will work on myself
I will study 16hours a day as well if necessary
I will fight depression
I will fight anxiety
I will fight criticism
I will stay focused
I will not beg for light or anything
I will break my bad habits
And replace them with good ones
This is my promise to myself
I will return here again after 2 years
To validate this
@Ravensoulmate
Long comment.👍
WHY?! Why?..
I'm trying so hard not to spoil myself, waiting for the release of the album and I'm failing miserably...
I tried to ignore this track and instead choosing to listen to it on CD!
((Oh yeah I'm going old school I want to hear this in its complete forum No Computer compression or filters and I want to own this lol!
Rant over.))
Going through YouTube I kept skipping over this thumbnail but temptation took over me!
I fricking luvvved the passed releases track Fleur de lis so I thought ill listen to just a minute of it... , then I read the lyrics and then the song was Over....
lol...
Hey Guys in the band and the producers of this album,
Great Job so far 👌
This song especially really hits hard after losing my... A. Family member,
Thoses words in the lyrics near echo whats I've been thinking in my head...
Great intro, it sets the mode of the song.., music, chorus, singing all feels tight with a message that everyone of us will think at least once in our lifetime, if not all of it...
Can't wait to get the CD, the tour, and if your doing any other promotional tours other then Iron Maiden (I will be there 😉)
in clubs or other venues, I definitely will check you out as well,.
Epic Song
Raven...
@atelier9333
This band, as we all agree, should get the attention they deserve
@lilypie3587
In my opinion some bands are better left not popular enough even if they deserve. That way they can continue to make good music and not turn into yet another popular pop group with meaningless lyrics.
@Wrathchild1995
I love this band :D Wish more people payed attention to them, I'm always recommending them to my friends :)
@lilypie3587
@@Wrathchild1995 oh hell ye they indeed are amazing. I just hope they continue to make this amazing music
@chrisgvanity5064
Milen Kolev I can definitely agree with you there but more recognition could mean more money for them which then equals more music for us
@Luukkinhas1313
@@lilypie3587 You think that because you don't survive with the Money of music, there are a lot of great popular bands!
@tobiaslandmann54
This band will become really big sometime.
@mariosantana2597
I am hoping they do.
@Levskishampion1914
some time pretty soon
@EtiLand
@@Levskishampion1914 yes and Iron Maiden is probably helping them