Rebirth
Trial (SWE) Lyrics

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I needed a way for self-expression
To find a day without exceptions
I found a maze, and stepped right into it
I discovered a day, I was supposed to exit

I leaned too far over the edge
Reaching for anything to fetch
I grabbed seven ladders to climb

And brought ease to a desperate mind

I saw the ash of a fertile garden
Just as life in absolute death
I've seen the end of a thousand lives
And the beginning of a million regrets

I hold possession of this world built below
Kissed by the dirt as a fallen crow

With elixir enveloped in a pair of feeble palms
Yet drained be the piper for playing His psalms

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Rebirth" by Trial (SWE) reflect the journey of self-discovery and the search for purpose. The opening lines, "I needed a way for self-expression, To find a day without exceptions" suggest that the singer is looking for a way to express themselves without any restrictions. They have found themselves in a maze, which could represent the confusion and uncertainty that comes with trying to find one's way in life. However, they have discovered a way out of this maze, a "day [they] was supposed to exit."

In the following lines, the singer describes reaching out for something to hold onto, "Reaching for anything to fetch." The seven ladders they climb to bring "ease to a desperate mind" could be interpreted as various factors that provide stability in life. The line "I saw the ash of a fertile garden, Just as life in absolute death" could be interpreted as a metaphor for the cycle of life and death. The singer has seen both the end of life and also the potential for new growth and rebirth.

The final two lines suggest that the singer has some power or control over their surroundings, "I hold possession of this world built below, Kissed by the dirt as a fallen crow." However, this power comes at a price, as "drained be the piper for playing His psalms." This could suggest that the singer has had to sacrifice something in order to gain this power or control.

Line by Line Meaning

I needed a way for self-expression
I wanted to find a means to express myself

To find a day without exceptions
I wanted a day that was free from any disturbances

I found a maze, and stepped right into it
I stumbled upon a complex situation, but I decided to confront it

I discovered a day, I was supposed to exit
I realized that I had stayed in a situation for too long and needed to leave

I leaned too far over the edge
I took a risk that could have led to my downfall

Reaching for anything to fetch
I searched for anything that could help me

I grabbed seven ladders to climb
I found multiple ways to improve my situation

And brought ease to a desperate mind
I found comfort in knowing that things would be okay

I saw the ash of a fertile garden
I witnessed the devastation of something once beautiful

Just as life in absolute death
As if there was no hope left for anything to flourish

I've seen the end of a thousand lives
I have witnessed countless tragedies and losses