Spawned circa 1998, CTRLSHFT instills a unique spark into the nuanced realm of post-industrial aural communiqués, infusing illuminating viewpoints to the dissonance of civilization, humanity's place in our perceived physical universe, and the eternal unrest for empowerment therein.
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Satellites
ctrlshft Lyrics
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Flooded dreams amass past this time
Irrelevant a life continuum
Forever falling low orbit vulture
Gamma wave it's crystal clear
Signified in exosphere
Future stranger than living fiction
Civilized the soul will never wait
Follow ties in deep encryption
Apocalypse without description
Civilized mankind will never wait
Mother nature twist the dagger
Raise our will above the night
Pain to pass the flow of matter
We are your endless satellite
Instill conviction
In this attrition
Breathing deep in alpha tides
Irrelevant the right to live and die
Forever failing low orbit culture
Beta wave it's becoming clear
Somewhere in the exosphere
Future stranger than living fiction
Catastrophe without depiction
Civilized the soul will never wait
Follow ties in deep encryption
Apocalypse without description
Civilized mankind will never wait
Mother nature twist the dagger
Raise our will above the night
Pain to pass the flow of matter
We are your endless satellite
The lyrics of "Satellites" by ctrlshft explore the disconnect between humanity and nature, as well as the potential catastrophic consequences of our detachment. The song opens with "corroded vision," suggesting that our perception of the world has become distorted and unclear. Similarly, "flooded dreams" implies that our aspirations and desires have been overwhelmed by the realities of modern life. The phrase "irrelevant a life continuum" suggests that our existence has become disconnected from the larger context of the natural world. The metaphor of the "low orbit vulture" reinforces this sense of detached scavenging, as if we are picking at the remnants of what nature has left behind.
The second verse takes on a more ominous tone, with the suggestion of an impending apocalypse. The line "future stranger than living fiction" hints at the unpredictability of what is to come, while "civilized the soul will never wait" suggests that our society may not be prepared for the consequences. This is further reinforced by "apocalypse without description," which implies an event that defies our understanding or ability to plan for it. The chorus repeats the idea of "Mother nature twist the dagger," as if the natural world has turned against us as a result of our ignorance and neglect.
The final verse suggests a sense of resignation, with the idea that we are "forever failing low orbit culture" - a system that is destined to decay and disintegrate. However, there is also a sense of hope in the image of "instilling conviction," implying that there may be a way to turn things around. The final line, "somewhere in the exosphere," suggests a reaching for something beyond ourselves, beyond the confines of our current existence.
Overall, "Satellites" is a thought-provoking reflection on humanity's place in the world, and our relationship with the natural environment. The lyrics are rich in imagery and metaphor, inviting the listener to contemplate the implications of our actions and the potential consequences of our detachment from the natural world.
Line by Line Meaning
Corroded vision blurs a fine line
The distorted perception of reality and lack of clarity
Flooded dreams amass past this time
Past experiences and traumas collected into unconsciousness
Irrelevant a life continuum
A meaningless and insignificant existence
Forever falling low orbit vulture
Being trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts and behaviors
Gamma wave it's crystal clear
The realization of the truth and clarity
Signified in exosphere
The realization of the self and place in the universe
Future stranger than living fiction
The unknown future is unpredictable and unfamiliar
Catastrophe without depiction
A catastrophic event that is beyond the imagination
Civilized the soul will never wait
A society that is impatient and always in a hurry
Follow ties in deep encryption
The influence of societal norms and expectations
Apocalypse without description
A catastrophic event that is beyond comprehension
Mother nature twist the dagger
Nature's power to inflict pain and destruction
Raise our will above the night
The strength and resilience to overcome adversity
Pain to pass the flow of matter
The inevitability of pain and loss
We are your endless satellite
Humanity's interconnectedness and dependence on nature
Instill conviction
The importance of having strong beliefs and values
In this attrition
The struggle and competition for survival
Breathing deep in alpha tides
Focusing and controlling the mind and emotions
Irrelevant the right to live and die
The inevitability of death and the insignificance of individual rights
Forever failing low orbit culture
Being trapped in a society that perpetuates negative cycles
Beta wave it's becoming clear
The realization and understanding of the self and surroundings
Somewhere in the exosphere
The realization and transcendence beyond the material world
Civilized mankind will never wait
The impatience and rushed nature of humanity
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: CTRLSHFT
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