Angel
Type O Negative Lyrics


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I'm looking straight in the mirror of truth
I am not immortal, I've lost my youth
Maybe I see the hell, may be the paradise
But one thing I surely know, that my spirit will be rised

Angel, I want to be with you
So tell me what can I do
Angel, I want to be with you
So tell me what can I do

My soul starts to burst, I'm going insane
More than the dead, I feel the blood in my veins
I know I'm gonna die, and strong light is all I see
I'm still looking in the mirror, the angel it's me

Angel only you can see
You are the one, you set me free
Angel only you can see
You are the one, you set me free

I see the sadness in your eyes
My whole life was a disguise
At the funeral, you wil be there
I will follow you everywhere

Angel, I want to be with you
So tell me what can I do (Angel)




Angel only you can see, you are the one
You set me free (Angel)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Type O Negative's song Angel are contemplative and introspective in nature. The singer is looking straight into the mirror of truth, which implies that he is trying to face the reality of his existence. He acknowledges that he is not immortal and has lost his youth, and is unsure whether he will end up in heaven or hell. However, regardless of the outcome, he is confident that his spirit will rise.


The singer then addresses the titular Angel, expressing his desire to be with him/her. He is unsure of how to achieve this and seeks guidance from the Angel. As the song progresses, the singer's soul starts to burst, and he feels like he is going insane. He senses the inevitability of his death and sees only a strong light. At this point, he realizes that the angel he has been searching for is, in fact, himself.


The song has a haunting and melancholic melody that complements the introspective lyrics. The use of heavy guitar riffs, moody piano, and Peter Steele's deep, mournful vocals creates a somber atmosphere.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm looking straight in the mirror of truth
I am facing reality, seeing things for what they truly are


I am not immortal, I've lost my youth
I acknowledge my mortality and the fact that I am getting older


Maybe I see the hell, may be the paradise
I am uncertain about what comes after death, it could be either good or bad


But one thing I surely know, that my spirit will be rised
Despite my uncertainty about the afterlife, I believe my spirit will live on


Angel, I want to be with you
I desire to be with my guardian angel or a loved one who has passed


So tell me what can I do
I am asking for guidance and direction


My soul starts to burst, I'm going insane
I feel overwhelmed and on the brink of losing control


More than the dead, I feel the blood in my veins
I am more alive and present than those who have passed


I know I'm gonna die, and strong light is all I see
I am acutely aware of my mortality and feel drawn towards the light, suggestive of an afterlife


I'm still looking in the mirror, the angel it's me
I am realizing that the person I seek is actually within myself


Angel only you can see
My guardian angel is the only one who truly understands me


You are the one, you set me free
My angel has the power to lead me towards freedom and peace


I see the sadness in your eyes
I sense my angel's sadness and disappointment in me


My whole life was a disguise
I have been living a lie or hiding my true self


At the funeral, you wil be there
My angel will accompany me even in death


I will follow you everywhere
I am committed to following my angel towards the afterlife or spiritual enlightenment




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Kimberlee Kitchens

i am in love with all his songs but this one is very slow and dark, very awesome!!!!

Tracy Davis

This hits home hard big time...😭😭😭🀘😈πŸ”₯πŸ–€

gamergirl rockstar

RIP type o negative and his good band πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

David Anderson

Love this song!

Rachael Kelly-Cohen

This is NOT TYPE "0" NEGATIVE !!!
But is is a good song.
nothing at all like TON!!!!!
YOUR ARE OUR ANGEL, PETER R.I.P πŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’šπŸ’š

himbux terrafux

But it fits his life and death...

BloxyColaBread

How sad...he could have been saved beautiful..what a loss

himbux terrafux

πŸ˜ͺπŸ˜ͺπŸ˜ͺ"I'm know I'm gonna die"πŸ˜ͺπŸ˜ͺπŸ˜ͺ
"I see the sadness in your eyes"πŸ˜ͺ

solitude ways project

<3,r.i.p my Peter .. Forever in my heart ,foreve end ever <3

BreT MavericK

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