The musical work often tells the story of Kova and Luna; personifications of the sun and the moon and their lives, as well their fight against darker forces.
Afterlife
We Are The Empty Lyrics
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I tried to find you
I tried to warn you
That we're being stripped of emotions
In confrontation
Disintegration of sense
DRAINING
Afterlife
We won't be born again
Sold our lights
To serve the revenant
Afterlife
Enter fire, enter flames
Watch the whole world go insane
Holding tight
But slipping off the edge
Fight or flight
Only to die again
Afterlife
Why waste all our time being servants?
We've lost our colors
Gave into monsters
So curse all your filthy opinions
I had an orchard
But then they burned it DOWN
DOWN
DOWN
DOWN
MAGMA
Afterlife
We won't be born again
Sold our lights
To serve the revenant
Afterlife
Enter fire, enter flames
Watch the whole world go insane
Holding tight
But slipping off the edge
Fight or flight
Only to die again
Afterlife
Save me, save me
Save me, save me
Marching, marching
We keep on marching till' the gods start torching GODS
Afterlife
We won't be born again
Sold our lights
To serve the revenant
Afterlife
Enter fire, enter flames
Watch the whole world go insane
Holding tight
But slipping off the edge
Fight or flight
Only to die again
Afterlife
The lyrics of We Are The Empty's song Afterlife speaks about the loss of emotions and the feeling of being drained. The song opens with the line "Pry open the eyes of the frozen," which refers to the feeling of being stuck, immobile, and numb. The singer has tried to find someone and warn them, but it seems like they are unable to hear the warning. The idea of "disintegration of sense" suggests that something is breaking down, and it is likely linked to the feeling of being drained.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea of the afterlife, that there is no hope for being reborn, and instead, existence is serving the revenant, something that is undead and lifeless. The phrase "Enter fire, enter flames, watch the whole world go insane" is a vivid description of the apocalypse or end of the world, of events that are beyond our control. The repetition of "holding tight but slipping off the edge" reflects the singer's fear of the unknown and their tenuous grip on life. The final line of the song, "Marching, marching, we keep on marching till' the gods start torching," suggests that regardless of what we do, it will not matter in the end, highlighting the futility of existence.
Overall, the song Afterlife by We Are The Empty speaks of a bleak outlook on life where everything is hopeless and futile. The singer feels stuck and drained, and no matter what they do, it seems like it will not matter. The chorus emphasizes the afterlife as a symbol of this hopelessness, where existence is nothingness, and life is lived to serve something that is lifeless.
Line by Line Meaning
Pry open the eyes of the frozen
Trying to awaken those who are emotionally stagnant or apathetic.
I tried to find you
Looking for those who are lost, both physically and emotionally.
I tried to warn you
Reaching out to those who are ignoring the harsh reality of our existence.
That we're being stripped of emotions
Our society is losing its ability to show empathy and compassion.
In confrontation
In the face of conflict, division and hostility.
Disintegration of sense
The breakdown of our moral compass and general rationality.
Afterlife
The potential of what is to come after death.
We won't be born again
This is the only life we have and there is no reincarnation.
Sold our lights
Surrendering or compromising our own values or beliefs.
To serve the revenant
Working for someone or something that is dead, lifeless or unimportant.
Enter fire, enter flames
Diving headlong into danger, turmoil, or conflict.
Watch the whole world go insane
Observing the chaos and destruction that is happening in the world right now.
Holding tight
Desperately trying to survive or stay alive in the face of adversity.
But slipping off the edge
Barely hanging on and losing grasp of our footing.
Fight or flight
Deciding to either face the problem head-on or run away from it.
Only to die again
Knowing that death is inevitable, no matter what we choose to do.
Why waste all our time being servants?
Questioning why we are giving up so much of ourselves to serve something that isn't worth it.
We've lost our colors
Our world has lost its vibrancy, joy, and diversity.
Gave into monsters
Succumbing to the evil or negative forces in our world.
So curse all your filthy opinions
Challenging those who hold oppressive, harmful, or prejudiced views.
I had an orchard
Having a beautiful and fruitful life, only to have it taken away.
But then they burned it DOWN
Experiencing loss and destruction, particularly at the hands of others.
Save me, save me
Asking for help, support, or a way out of a difficult situation.
Marching, marching
Continuing to move forward, despite the obstacles in our way.
We keep on marching till' the gods start torching
Persisting in our journey or goal until it becomes impossible to continue.
GODS
The divine or supernatural forces that we can't control or understand.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Kenny Darko
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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THAT “BLEGH” IS AMAZING THE WHOLE SONG IS AMAZING THE WHOLE BAND IS AMAZING🤘🏻💜🖤
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You're so right man, I love this band 😍😍😍
@hys4866
Absolutely stellar visuals, feeling the words burn like a gasoline as our main man Kenny spits fire, such an amazing display. This EP was an epic continuation of an ever growing story.
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It's been a stellar run with our latest EP! Thanks to everyone who has listened to, supported, and experienced it with us. We very much look forward to the next chapter of WATE 👻🌙🏜️🌞🌌
@felixhightower851
the last Emojis are relacioned with the future songs or are random Emojis?
@WATEmusic
@Felix Hightower They represent all of our releases so far (Self-titled, Luna, Runaway, Solis, and Afterlife)!
@yoitsmilotic
@We Are The Empty ooooooh cleaver
@roxasreaper1667
I feel so satisfied with this song; I stumbled upon it with the Kowloon trailer, and since I'm a die hard fan of Heavy Metal, I consider it the best 2019 song of that genre I've heard so far. Quoting one of the commentaries here, I also think it would be a successor for Cryoshell's Bionicle songs, if they still existed, you also remind me slightly to Avenged Sevenfold, and not just for the title of the song XD, you would make them proud.
You deserve to be included in the easter egg songs of official Zombie maps, Keep up the good work!
@kirakirakloud2285
Beyond empty is my favourite album of all time