The lyrics delve into themes of conflict, aggression, and the destructive nature of competition. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a society consumed by the pursuit of power and dominance, where individuals are constantly preparing for battle. The opening lines, "Waiting for a chance to fight / Shaking bones will rattle," set the tone for the song, suggesting a sense of anticipation and tension. This imagery of bones rattling evokes a primal, visceral response, hinting at the physical and emotional toll of warfare. The repeated refrain, "Lay it on the line / (Arms race out of control)," highlights the idea of escalation and the relentless pursuit of superiority. The reference to an "arms race" conjures images of military build-up and the dangerous cycle of one-upmanship. The lyrics also touch on the psychological aspects of conflict, with lines like "The human animal / (So too the king does) / Has to save face." Here, there's a commentary on the need for validation and the pressure to maintain appearances, even at the cost of escalation and destruction. Throughout the song, there's a sense of urgency and impending doom, with phrases like "Stay inside your house tonight / A reckoning till morning light." This imagery of impending violence creates a sense of unease and foreboding. The chorus, "Free your dark hearts tonight / A phantom enemy in sight / Blood thirsty reckoner / An arms race will be the end of us / Let it go," is a plea for introspection and restraint. It suggests that the real enemy lies within ourselves and that the pursuit of power and dominance will ultimately lead to our downfall. Overall, I think the song offers a commentary on the destructive nature of conflict and the futility of the constant pursuit of power. Through vivid imagery and evocative language, the song encourages listeners to reflect on the consequences of their actions and the importance of finding peace and resolution.
Waiting for a chance to fight Shaking bones will rattle Sharpening up all the knives Take you out to battle Lay it on the line (Arms race out of control) Cricle up the wagons The human animal (So too the king does) Has to save face Stay inside your house tonight A slaughter for the cattle A reckoning till morning light Take you out to battle Free your dark hearts tonight A phantom enemy in sight Blood thirsty reckoner An arms race will be the end of us Let it go
Weird byproduct of the time frame I listened to this album is that I heaed it around the same time I started reading a comic called Miracleman which I think is prerty good. It's relevance though is that I strongly associate the two with one another and I don't know why.
One of my favorite songs ever, tommy is one of the best to ever do it, god I love abandoned pools!
One of the most underrated Abandoned Pools songs ever
Most underated band I've ever heard period
Tan real
En general Abandoned Pools está infravalorado
The lyrics delve into themes of conflict, aggression, and the destructive nature of competition. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a society consumed by the pursuit of power and dominance, where individuals are constantly preparing for battle.
The opening lines, "Waiting for a chance to fight / Shaking bones will rattle," set the tone for the song, suggesting a sense of anticipation and tension. This imagery of bones rattling evokes a primal, visceral response, hinting at the physical and emotional toll of warfare.
The repeated refrain, "Lay it on the line / (Arms race out of control)," highlights the idea of escalation and the relentless pursuit of superiority. The reference to an "arms race" conjures images of military build-up and the dangerous cycle of one-upmanship.
The lyrics also touch on the psychological aspects of conflict, with lines like "The human animal / (So too the king does) / Has to save face." Here, there's a commentary on the need for validation and the pressure to maintain appearances, even at the cost of escalation and destruction.
Throughout the song, there's a sense of urgency and impending doom, with phrases like "Stay inside your house tonight / A reckoning till morning light." This imagery of impending violence creates a sense of unease and foreboding.
The chorus, "Free your dark hearts tonight / A phantom enemy in sight / Blood thirsty reckoner / An arms race will be the end of us / Let it go," is a plea for introspection and restraint. It suggests that the real enemy lies within ourselves and that the pursuit of power and dominance will ultimately lead to our downfall.
Overall, I think the song offers a commentary on the destructive nature of conflict and the futility of the constant pursuit of power. Through vivid imagery and evocative language, the song encourages listeners to reflect on the consequences of their actions and the importance of finding peace and resolution.
Favourite song on the album!
ikr
badass name btw
Waiting for a chance to fight
Shaking bones will rattle
Sharpening up all the knives
Take you out to battle
Lay it on the line
(Arms race out of control)
Cricle up the wagons
The human animal
(So too the king does)
Has to save face
Stay inside your house tonight
A slaughter for the cattle
A reckoning till morning light
Take you out to battle
Free your dark hearts tonight
A phantom enemy in sight
Blood thirsty reckoner
An arms race will be the end of us
Let it go
Real bangers sound like this.
Gives me those anime vibes....been jammin to this dude since 2013! Check out his latest music!!!
Hes making comeback so thats nice
Weird byproduct of the time frame I listened to this album is that I heaed it around the same time I started reading a comic called Miracleman which I think is prerty good. It's relevance though is that I strongly associate the two with one another and I don't know why.
love it..
A sunset in the 70s as a phantom takes off on the runway into the sunset as the world gets closer to the last war
60s
jojo bizzare day vibes