After much acrimony, however, Dominik van Reich quit the band to start his own project amGod, while Peter Devin took the yelworC name and worked on a variety of tracks. Due to a variety of factors (a house fire, the death of his mother, dissatisfaction with record labels), he postponed the release of what was to become the second LP Trinity (a release inspired by Dante's Inferno) until 2004.
Devin is currently working on the follow-ups to Trinity, which are described as inspired by the other stories of Dante's Divine Comedy: Purgatory and Heaven.
* Referring to British occultist, writer and mystic Aleister Crowley.
Prodigies of Black
YelworC Lyrics
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Panic flight to agony
Prodigies of black
Purple screams enfold the night
Nerves stuffed by strange impulses
But still hungry
Blasted brains thirst after unholy experience
All your sorrows enfold your visions
Prodigies of black
Panic flight to agony
Prodigies of black
Purple screams enfold the night
Nerves stuffed by strange impulses
But still hungry, but still hungry
Blasted brains thirst after unholy experience
How to satisfy unless through pain...
Do you see the cities fall?
The song "Prodigies of Black" by YelworC is a haunting portrayal of those who embrace the darkness and despair within themselves. The opening lines, "Prodigies of black, panic flight to agony, prodigies of black, purple screams enfold the night," describe the deep fear and pain that come with exploring the inner abyss. The second set of lines, "Nerves stuffed by strange impulses, but still hungry, blasted brains thirst after unholy experience, how to satisfy unless through pain," express the desperation felt by those who need to push themselves to their limits, even if it means causing themselves pain or harm. The final line, "Do you see the cities fall," is a chilling reminder of the destructive power that can come from embracing this darkness.
Throughout the song, there is an emphasis on the idea of going beyond one's limits, even if it means causing pain or suffering. The repetition of the line "but still hungry" further underscores this idea of insatiable hunger for experiences that can only be found on the edge of destruction. The imagery of "purple screams" and "blasted brains" paints a vivid picture of the twisted, tortured minds of those who are willing to go to such extremes.
Overall, "Prodigies of Black" is a powerful and haunting exploration of the depths of human despair and the destructive force that can come from embracing the darkness within ourselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Prodigies of black
Referring to those who possess extraordinary talent when it comes to the darkness and the twisted nature of life
Panic flight to agony
Rapid movement towards intense pain, fear, and distress
Purple screams enfold the night
Cries of despair and agony that echo through the darkness
Nerves stuffed by strange impulses
Feeling overwhelmed and consumed by unusual desires and cravings
But still hungry
Despite the overwhelming feeling, the craving for more is still present
Blasted brains thirst after unholy experience
The brain is yearning for experiences that are dark, twisted, and morally ambiguous
How to satisfy unless through pain...
The only way to achieve satisfaction is through experiencing pain and agony
All your sorrows enfold your visions
The weight of your sorrows and fears cloud your view of the world, offering only darkness and despair in sight
Do you see the cities fall?
A question that challenges the listener to question the morality of what they are witnessing
Contributed by Ruby P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.