Coda
Threshold Lyrics


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I will break down this belief
Exhibitions of the weak
Sunken eyes that now behold
You and I held in relief
Like the parting of the sea
Fatal inhibitions
As my purpose now unfolds,
I will break down these walls
I will break down these walls
I will break down these walls
I will break down these walls
I will break down these walls

I am flame, desire burning your heart
I am damned, forever failing to start
And when the spirit departs, I'll walk with God in the stars
I am black, the shade of grey in your white
I am back, assigning blame when you’re right,
And your wrongs repeating time after time

Face down now, in amongst your mistakes now
Drown open mouthed, no escape now allowed
The fight is still on despite all you've become
Now remain brave now,
Fight because you can save somehow what was lost
Remember the power you found
As you made up lost ground

I will break down this belief
Exhibitions of the weak
Remember, remember
You and I held in relief
Like the parting of the sea
Remember, remember

I have found the roots of man in the earth
To the ground we walk with consciousness blurred
Only with the blueprint submerged can we finally learn
Icon crowned, forging wounds in the skin
Last in line for redemption within
Without the scars that you've carried, your renewal begins

Face up now, take your place on the stage and bow
To the crowds now devout and proud
We look to the sun, now your life's work is done
Celebrate out loud, raise your voice to the sky and shout
We're sorry we've lost you
We remember all that you gave, in our hearts you'll remain

I will break down this belief
Exhibitions of the weak
Remember, remember
You and I held in relief
Like the parting of the sea
Remember, remember

I will break down this belief
Exhibitions of the weak
Remember, remember
You and I held in relief




Like the parting of the sea
Remember, remember

Overall Meaning

The song "Coda" by Threshold is a powerful and emotional piece that explores themes of personal growth, perseverance, and inner strength. The first verse, "I will break down this belief Exhibitions of the weak, Sunken eyes that now behold, You and I held in relief, Like the parting of the sea, Fatal inhibitions, As my purpose now unfolds," speaks to the singer's determination to shatter their own limiting beliefs and rise above their weaknesses. They see the light of hope and possibility before them, and are driven to overcome their inhibitions in order to achieve their goals.


The second verse, "I am flame, desire burning your heart, I am damned, forever failing to start, And when the spirit departs, I'll walk with God in the stars, I am black, the shade of grey in your white, I am back, assigning blame when you’re right, And your wrongs repeating time after time," is a juxtaposition to the first verse. Here, the singer identifies with their flaws and failures, their "black" nature in contrast to the "white" of others. They acknowledge their tendency to assign blame and repeat their mistakes, yet also hint at a spiritual yearning and belief in an afterlife.


The chorus, "I will break down these walls" is repeated with increasing intensity, serving as a cathartic release for the singer's inner turmoil. In the bridge, "Face down now, in amongst your mistakes now, Drown open mouthed, no escape now allowed, The fight is still on despite all you've become, Now remain brave now, Fight because you can save somehow what was lost," the singer urges the listener to face their own mistakes and fight for what is important to them, despite the obstacles that stand in their way.


Overall, "Coda" is a deeply introspective and uplifting song that touches on many themes related to the human experience. It serves as a reminder that, no matter how dark things may seem, we can always muster the strength to break down our walls and move forward.


Line by Line Meaning

I will break down this belief
I will challenge and dismantle any preconceived notions that limit me


Exhibitions of the weak
Displaying vulnerability is often seen as weakness, but it takes strength to do so


Sunken eyes that now behold
Eyes that have seen tragedy and darkness, yet still look with hope


You and I held in relief
Together we find comfort and solace in one another


Like the parting of the sea
Our bond is so strong that it can move the world, like how Moses parted the Red Sea


Fatal inhibitions
Beliefs or feelings that are holding me back and potentially causing harm


As my purpose now unfolds,
As I discover my true calling and destiny


I will break down these walls
I will overcome the barriers and obstacles in my way


I am flame, desire burning your heart
I am a passionate and intense force, igniting your own passions and desires


I am damned, forever failing to start
I am often held back or punished for my failures, making it difficult for me to begin anew


And when the spirit departs, I'll walk with God in the stars
Even when my physical body dies, my spirit will journey on to the heavens


I am black, the shade of grey in your white
I represent the darker, more complex aspects of life that are often overlooked or rejected


I am back, assigning blame when you’re right,
I have a tendency to blame others even when I know they are not at fault


And your wrongs repeating time after time
You keep making the same mistakes without learning from them


Face down now, in amongst your mistakes now
Acknowledging and confronting the errors you have made


Drown open mouthed, no escape now allowed
The guilt and consequences of your actions are suffocating you with no way out


The fight is still on despite all you've become
Even when life has beaten you down, the struggle to survive and better yourself continues


Now remain brave now,
Keep courage and bravery in the face of adversity


Fight because you can save somehow what was lost
There is a glimmer of hope to recover what has been lost, and it is worth fighting for


Remember the power you found
Recall the moments of strength and success that you have already achieved


I have found the roots of man in the earth
By exploring the depths of our being and origin, we can unlock a greater understanding of ourselves


To the ground we walk with consciousness blurred
Our focus and clarity may become distorted as we navigate the challenges of life


Only with the blueprint submerged can we finally learn
We must delve deep and examine our inner workings in order to gain true knowledge and insight


Icon crowned, forging wounds in the skin
The pursuit of greatness often requires sacrifice and pain


Last in line for redemption within
It may feel like we are hopeless and beyond saving, yet we have the power to redeem ourselves


Without the scars that you've carried, your renewal begins
Our past struggles and wounds can be the catalyst for growth and improvement


Face up now, take your place on the stage and bow
It's time to step forward and proudly own your accomplishments and talents


To the crowds now devout and proud
Others will recognize and celebrate your achievements with you


We look to the sun, now your life's work is done
As you exit the stage, your legacy and impact are forever cemented


Celebrate out loud, raise your voice to the sky and shout
Let the joy and pride of your success be heard and felt by all


We're sorry we've lost you
Although you have left this world, your memory and contributions will continue to live on


We remember all that you gave, in our hearts you'll remain
Your influence and legacy will always be cherished and remembered by those whose lives you touched




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: PETE MORTEN

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