Followed by MESSA DA REQUIEM hardly a year later, the mini album hits the top of the European Alternative Charts. It is celebrated “Record of the Year” of the DUTCH ALTERNATIVE CHARTS (DUC) after three months’ constantly holding the top position. The song GROUND ZERO establishes itself as a club hit overnight skilfully linking hard electronics with an oriental theme. For the first time here, THE RETROSIC is enriched by the classical singing of soprano Zaide who gives the EP its name quoting passages from the requiem by Verdi under the same name.
2002 and the following year also sees the band challenging various remix works for BRUDERSCHAFT, CLAN OF XYMOX and a collaboration with [:SITD:] feat. Cyrus on vocals for the comic-soundtrack ERYNIS with the song DECOY and on the RETROSIC-Remix for LAUGHING STOCK.
Almost two years after MESSA DA REQUIEM, THE RETROSIC's second full-time release is brought to daylight with GOD OF HELL. Harsh arrangements combined with biting vocals remain the immovable centre of THE RETROSIC, now expanding to a fully band line-up behind Cyrus. But the electronic surrounding is meeting more exceptional instrumentalisation than ever before and resulting into an enormous number of established club hits: In THE STORM’s Indian flutes open the album and martial military drums and ethereal boys’ choirs rise in the final part of MANEATER. DRAGONFIRE links industrial elements with wide trombones, whereas ELYSIUM apparently leaves the electronical context completely to make room for Oriental rhythms. It is this song, which again features Zaide’s singing as its centrepiece.
GOD OF HELL´s chosen to become the most successful electro release 2004 at the German Alternative Charts (DAC) and also RETROSIC's first album released in North America.
After 2 years of work the highly-awaited follower to GOD OF HELL will be released in summer 2006. NIGHTCRAWLER will take you on a trip to the inevitable, your fear of the dark – where the creatures of the night hide their faces so that you have never noticed them – until now.
Discography:
2001 – PROPHECY (album)
2002 – MESSA DA REQUIEM (mini-album)
2004 – GOD OF HELL (album)
2006 – NIGHTCRAWLER (album)
Exit
The Retrosic Lyrics
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Like a god-damned ghost would do
I am a shadow of a man
Perhaps nothing else but you
My life came to an end
Got over it without a cry
And I was not able to deny
Is there an exit?
Lead me to the edge of dawn
Is there an exit?
I want to leave without a frown
Is there an exit?
All I loved is far and gone
Is there an exit?
I want to leave without a frown
I forgot the lady’s name
They are looking all the same
My cigarettes got wet
On my dusty road of shame
I hate life without a reason
I give up without a try
And if I would tell you I care
It would be just a lie
Is there an exit?
Lead me to the edge of dawn
Is there an exit?
I want to leave without a frown
Is there an exit?
All I loved is far and gone
Is there an exit?
I want to leave without a frown
Like they say
Every dog has its day
Maybe mine will come on my last day
Lead me to the edge of dawn
The Retrosic's song "Exit" is a melancholic piece that depicts the pain of living in a world that feels too overwhelming and chaotic. The lyrics paint a picture of a man who is weary of the world and is seeking an escape. He describes himself as a "shadow of a man" who is "like a god-damned ghost," someone who is invisible and insignificant. He has lost his sense of purpose and meaning and feels like he's just going through the motions of life.
The chorus of the song repeatedly asks the question, "Is there an exit?" The man is searching for a way out of his pain and misery. He wants to leave without a frown and without any regrets. His love is gone, and he is left with nothing but emptiness and despair.
The song's strength lies in its ability to capture the feelings of hopelessness and desperation that one experiences when facing the challenges of life. It serves as a reminder that sometimes it's okay to admit that we are struggling and need help. It's the kind of song that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt lost, alone, or overwhelmed by the pressures of life.
Line by Line Meaning
I go down the streets
I wander the streets aimlessly
Like a god-damned ghost would do
As if I am a ghost or a mere shadow on this earth
I am a shadow of a man
I am but a mere shadow of my former self
Perhaps nothing else but you
You may be the only one left in my life
My life came to an end
My life is over or has reached a standstill
Got over it without a cry
I moved on without shedding a tear
A kid asked me if I am a living dead
Someone asked if I am like a zombie
And I was not able to deny
I could not refute that accusation
Is there an exit?
Is there a way out of this miserable existence?
Lead me to the edge of dawn
Take me to the brink of a new beginning or change
I want to leave without a frown
I want to leave this life with peace and contentment
All I loved is far and gone
All that I once loved has disappeared or left me
I forgot the lady’s name
I cannot even recall the name of someone I once cared for
They are looking all the same
All the people I encounter seem alike and unimportant
My cigarettes got wet
Even the small pleasures in life are ruined for me
On my dusty road of shame
On my path of regret and disappointment
I hate life without a reason
I despise life without any discernible cause
I give up without a try
I surrender before even attempting anything
And if I would tell you I care
Even if I say that I care, it would be insincere
It would be just a lie
My words hold no value or meaning anymore
Like they say
As the saying goes
Every dog has its day
Everyone eventually gets their moment of triumph or satisfaction
Maybe mine will come on my last day
Perhaps my moment of glory or happiness is reserved for my final day on this earth
Contributed by Sebastian G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@patriceerdinger8605
Brilliant!!!!!!
@trashmanhax3584
Is there an exit?
I know one day I will also find this exit, we all have to die one day. And the sooner this day comes the less pain and inner emptiness we must fill. I am sure this day will come, and I will expect in with joy.
@orion6972
Life mimics Art.
@lyubomirgeorgiev6675
niiiiice
@FreakingMe666
Thanks^^
@kingcold4503
i wana leave with out a frown