There is more than one The Shroud:

1. Combining modern dark rock sou… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one The Shroud:

1. Combining modern dark rock sounds with a neo-pagan slant, the Shroud weaves an irresistible spell. First manifesting on Halloween of 1991, they have been enchanting listeners ever since.

In addition to four releases of their own, the Shroud have appeared on numerous compilations and tribute albums, a video compilation, and in books on the gothic underground.

The Shroud consists of five unique and accomplished musicians. The combination of their talents creates an aural landscape filled with changeable moods and mysterious imagery. They reflect our world like rippling water -- forever shifting, a dark and soft edged picture that leaves more to the imagination than to the senses.

2. Southern California Hardcore band with short songs clocking in around the 1:30 minute mark.

Formed in late 2009/Early 2010 and comprising members of many previous & current local bands; they have just recorded their debut demo (as of April '10).

More information and music can be found at: http://www.myspace.com/theshroud666

Black
The Shroud Lyrics

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Black is the color of my true love's hair
All tumbling satin everywhere
If I should lose myself somewhere
My true love will find me there

Black is the color of my true love's eyes
Darker than a starless night
When I'm drowning and feeling blind

My true love will hold me tight

Black is the color of my true love's heart
Bleeding from Cupid's dart

We will never be apart
My true love and I in the dark

Overall Meaning

The Shroud's song "Black" is a love song that uses the color black as a metaphor for the singer's true love's beauty, strength, and steadfastness. The opening lines express admiration for the true love's black hair, which is described as "tumbling satin everywhere." The use of the word "satin" implies a softness and elegance in the hair, while the word "everywhere" suggests that the hair is abundant and flowing. The second verse goes on to describe the true love's black eyes as being darker than a starless night. This image conveys a sense of depth and mystery, as well as emphasizing the strength and intensity of the love.

The final verse speaks of the true love's black heart, which is bleeding from Cupid's dart. This image suggests that the singer's true love has been wounded in love before, but despite this, they will never be apart. The use of "Cupid's dart" again brings the idea of love to the foreground, and highlights the idea that true love endures despite any obstacles that may arise. Overall, the song uses the color black to explore the beauty and strength of true love and the power it has to overcome any challenges.

Line by Line Meaning

Black is the color of my true love's hair
My true love has beautiful, flowing black hair

All tumbling satin everywhere
Their hair is smooth and silky, like satin

If I should lose myself somewhere
If I become lost or confused

My true love will find me there
My true love will always be there to guide and support me

Black is the color of my true love's eyes
My true love has deep, dark eyes

Darker than a starless night
Their eyes are so dark they appear black, even in the absence of stars

When I'm drowning and feeling blind
During moments when I feel overwhelmed or lost

My true love will hold me tight
My true love will embrace and comfort me

Black is the color of my true love's heart
My true love's heart is full of passion and intensity

Bleeding from Cupid's dart
Their heart is so full of love it feels as though it has been pierced by Cupid's arrow

We will never be apart
My true love and I will always be together