Their first album, 'Receiving Tomorrow' was accompanied with a lot of shows in The Netherlands supporting Epica, Kamelot and Autumn.
In 2006 they released their second album "Surreal" but instead of touring they worked on their third Album "Equilibrio".
Equilibrio is a Rock Opera written by Xystus and performed live with the USConcert in July 2008. Several other artists appeared in it like: Simone Simons (Epica), John Vooijs, Michelle Splietelhof and George Oosthoek. In 2009 the band released their first live DVD with of the Equilibrio show. It is a 3 disc box including the DVD disc with the live material and 2 CD's containing the audio of the same show.
Band-members
Ivo van Dijk - Drummer
Bas Dolmans - Vocals & Rhythm guitar
Bob Wijtsma - Lead guitar
Luuk van Gerven - Bass
Former band-members
Mark Bremelmans - Bass
Joris van den Kerkhof - Synths
Official Website
www.xystus.nl
The Prophecy
Xystus Lyrics
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Tomorrow we'll reign again
The tide is closing in
Now we're lost into disbelief
It's slipping through my hands
Heading towards the abyss
We're liars in disguise
It's cast upon ourselves
Now look into my eyes
Do you live by the prophecy
As foretold so long ago
The chosen have spoken
Tomorrow we'll turn the page
Together we'll break this chain
And all our faith shall be obtained
It's slipping through my hands
Heading towards the abyss
It's cast upon ourselves
We're liars in disguise
It's cast upon ourselves
Now look into my eyes
Do you live by the prophecy
As foretold so long ago
The ever-burning questions
They keep on knocking at my door
The song "The Prophecy" by Dutch symphonic rock band Xystus is an anthem for the chosen ones who will rise to reign again, as foretold in the prophecy. The lyrics urge the listener to believe in the prophecy and live by its teachings. The tide is closing in, and the world is approaching the abyss, but together, the chosen ones can break the chain and obtain their faith. The chorus poses the question, "Do you live by the prophecy as foretold so long ago?", demanding that the listener take a stand and follow the path set out for them.
The verses acknowledge the challenges and doubts that the chosen ones must face on their journey. The world slips through their hands, and they are lost in disbelief. The prophecy itself is cast upon them, exposing them as liars in disguise. The chosen ones must look into each other's eyes and find the faith to move forward.
"The Prophecy" is a song full of hope and conviction. It encourages the listener to believe in something greater than themselves and to live their lives with purpose. The chorus's question is a call to action, demanding that the listener choose their path and commit to it.
Line by Line Meaning
The chosen have spoken
Those selected for a significant task or role have communicated their message
Tomorrow we'll reign again
In the near future, we will once again hold power and authority
The tide is closing in
A significant event or change is nearing and becoming increasingly overwhelming
Now we're lost into disbelief
Currently, we are confused and doubtful about the situation at hand
It's slipping through my hands
The matter is slipping away or out of control
Heading towards the abyss
The situation is rapidly moving towards disaster or failure
It's cast upon ourselves
We are responsible for causing the current state of affairs
We're liars in disguise
We are pretending to be something we're not, and that is not honest or genuine
Now look into my eyes
Pay close attention and see the truth in my words
Do you live by the prophecy
Do you follow the prediction or forecast that was made in the past
As foretold so long ago
As described by those who saw into the future many years back
The ever-burning questions
The recurring and persistent queries
They keep on knocking at my door
They continue to haunt and disturb me
Tomorrow we'll turn the page
In the near future, there will be a new chapter or beginning
Together we'll break this chain
We will work as one and overcome the obstacles that hold us back
And all our faith shall be obtained
Our trust and belief will be rewarded as we move forward
Contributed by Violet N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.