System

In Flames

I cannot frame, that's why I lose control
I aim, I stumble and I fall
Our adaptation can't be faithful
Your world does not attract me

This is the end you see
There is no more truth in me
As if you would deserve it
You are my enemy

I can't ignore the way you make me bleed
I hate when you throw my thoughts against the wall
Got to wake up and make a stand
The desperation forces another mistake

I count again
I know who to blame
My life in vain
Who said I was sane?

Follow your instinct
It usually takes you home
Don't let these words tear you down

You see me hanging
By the end of the rope
I tell you

Slow I go
And the wait seems to be over
All that I know
Is that my life has become such a waste for you

I blame and run, sadly all too often
I dive into the day without your sympathy
I tend to try but lack the focus
Becoming a distant memory

What once was is quickly forgotten
All wrapped up inside
Delete all resemblance
I feel your relief

Slow I go
And the wait seems to be over
All that I know
Is that my life has become such a waste for you

Follow your instinct
It usually takes you home
Don't let these words tear you down

You see me hanging
By the end of the rope
I tell you

Slow I go
And the wait seems to be over
All that I know
Is that my life has become such a waste for you


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System Lyrics as written by Bjoern Ingvar Gelotte Jesper Claes Haakan Stroemblad

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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    This is an excellent disc. On a scale from 1-10 i give it an 8. I'm glad the acoustic guitar is back. I like the experimenting on this.

    I thought Clayman was horrible. No melody, nothing but crunch. RtR has great melody, appropriate crunch, and excellent vocalwork. Only good track on Clayman was "Only for the Weak".

    scotticaon October 18, 2002   Link

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