Phoenix down
The Unguided Lyrics


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In this big panorama of lies, which we came to call life
I'm rubbing everything to find, to find that genie inside (inside)
A state of not caring for my thoughtless wrongdoings
'Cause I know by the end of the day there's no punishment divine
Reckless, you walked right into my crosshair (I walked right into)
Careless I inscribed my name on your heartstone (you inscribed your name)
Loveless I already know my exits
And relentless I enjoyed every second of it
The sky is the limit and I'm afraid it's falling down

Don't you dare to read my mind (because you don't like, won't like what you'll find)
And the more that you resist me
The greater the damage will be

Along came another bright eyed demon
My last stand was always, always versus her
Breaking my armor just to reach the patchwork of my heart
Not caring what she wished for cause in the end she wanted it all
What you see is never what you get and we both know
The sky is the limit and I'm afraid it's falling down

Don't you dare to read my mind (because you don't like, won't like what you'll find)
And the more that you resist me
The greater the damage will be

Don't you dare to read my mind (because you don't like, won't like what you'll find)
And the more that you resist me
The greater the damage will be

Through the ashes I spread my wings again
Why am I cheating death when it's life that's the enemy?
I bite the bullet and get right up on my feet again

Don't you dare to read my mind (because you don't like, won't like what you'll find)
And the more that you resist me
The greater the damage will be

Don't you dare to read my mind (because you don't like, won't like what you'll find)
And the more that you resist me
The greater the damage will be





I spread my wings (my wings again)
Why am I cheating death (when it is life that's the enemy?)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Unguided’s song “Phoenix Down” are about the struggles of life and the consequences of our actions. The song speaks about the lies and deceptions that surround us in life and how we struggle to find our place amidst these falsehoods. When the song says, “I'm rubbing everything to find, to find that genie inside (inside),” it speaks to the idea of searching for a way to escape the lies and deception around them.


The song also touches on the idea of consequences, or lack thereof. The line “'Cause I know by the end of the day there's no punishment divine” suggests that there may be no retribution for our actions in life. It also speaks about the different aspects of love: reckless, careless, and loveless. It illustrates how these different facets of love can lead to different consequences, whether positive or negative.


The chorus of the song urges the listener to not try and read the singer’s mind because the listener won’t like what they find. It also highlights the idea that the more someone resists him, the greater the damage will be. This line is a warning that someone should not try to break down the walls that the singer has erected.


The song title, “Phoenix Down,” is a reference to a recurring item in the Final Fantasy series. The item is said to be made from the feathers of a phoenix and has the power to revive a fallen party member. The song’s lyrics also suggest that the singer is trying to be reborn after struggling through a difficult period.


Line by Line Meaning

In this big panorama of lies, which we came to call life
We live in a world full of deception and falsehoods that we have learned to accept as our reality.


I'm rubbing everything to find, to find that genie inside (inside)
I am searching and exploring every aspect of myself to discover my innermost desires and potential.


A state of not caring for my thoughtless wrongdoings
I am indifferent to the careless mistakes and missteps I have made along the way.


'Cause I know by the end of the day there's no punishment divine
I am not afraid of any moral or spiritual consequences for my actions since I do not believe in a higher power or divine justice.


Reckless, you walked right into my crosshair (I walked right into)
You are to blame for the harm that has come your way since you were foolish enough to enter my dangerous territory.


Careless I inscribed my name on your heartstone (you inscribed your name)
I have left a lasting mark on your heart through my careless actions, and you have allowed me to do so.


Loveless I already know my exits
I am aware of how to leave any situation that may require me to face my emotions and deal with love or attachment.


And relentless I enjoyed every second of it
I have been unyielding in my pursuit of pleasure and gratification at your expense, and I have delighted in it.


The sky is the limit and I'm afraid it's falling down
I am capable of achieving anything I set my mind to, but I fear that even the impossible is not enough to avoid the decline of our world.


Along came another bright eyed demon
Another person with a deceptive and manipulative nature has entered my life.


My last stand was always, always versus her
I have been fighting against this particular person since the beginning, knowing that it would be my ultimate challenge.


Breaking my armor just to reach the patchwork of my heart
This person has been able to break through my defenses and reach the incomplete and damaged parts of my soul.


Not caring what she wished for cause in the end she wanted it all
I disregarded this person's desires and intentions since I knew that she was pursuing her own selfish interests and ambitions.


What you see is never what you get and we both know
We both acknowledge that appearances can be deceiving and that people are often not who they seem to be.


Through the ashes I spread my wings again
Despite the devastation and destruction around me, I am able to rise from the ashes and begin anew.


Why am I cheating death when it's life that's the enemy?
I question why I am able to survive through dangerous and risky situations, when in reality, it is life itself that poses the greatest threat to me.


I bite the bullet and get right up on my feet again
I bravely face whatever challenges lie ahead, and I am able to stand up and keep going even in the face of adversity.




Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: HENRIK STIG CARLSSON, JOHN PER BENGTSSON, RICHARD ANDREAS SJUNNESSON, ROGER HANS SJUNNESSON, ROLAND INGEMAR JOHANSSON

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Comments from YouTube:

L3ZC

10 years later and I'm still listening. I was 9 when it was released and I'm almost 20, times flies like crazy

C.A. old

Gosh its been 1 Year ! But Still Stonger And Youunger ! ^^ +1

Dr. Gainzzz

Dang man that's wild I grew up listening to sonic syndicate and I'm. I'm 27 now and it's so hard for me to believe this song is already 11 years old..

Jack Thmas

I may be wrong, but I feel like bands like The Unguided dont get as much attention as they should get

TheUnguidedTV

We don't need as much attention, we love how there's a pretty closed community of hardcore fans to the band, instead of having million fake fans that will move on in a second when you blink an eye basically.  

Jack Thmas

I've never heard of you guys till going on spotify recently looking through similar bands of bands and saw you guys. I really do like your music. I like that you guys would rather be a quiet band. 

TheUnguidedTV

Jack Thmas Welcome to the familiy! 

Metal555Fan

TheUnguidedTV You guys are even more amazing for replying to your fans here on Youtube and on Facebook as well. You guys post some funny shit on Facebook too, ahah! Keep up the great work guys!

HeavySandvichGuy1

TheUnguidedTV who exactly is answering questions on youtube?

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Jaroslav Šváha

So after all these years, I'm finally listening to the original version

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