I think much like another song “Anti-Matter” (that's also on the same album as this song), this one is also is inspired by a horrifying van crash the band experienced on Nov 3, 2022. This, much like the other track, sounds like it's an extension what they shared while huddled in the wreckage, as they helped frontman Garrett Russell stem the bleeding from his head wound while he was under the temporary effects of a concussion. The track speaks of where the mind goes at the most desperate & desolate of times, when it just about slips away to all but disconnect itself, and the aftermath.
In a world of despair, our lives will end. Some without warning, while others die by design. Under watchful eyes, we tread on evil ground, with jaded eyes around us each step is scrutinized. [in the pouring rain, we speed this car, i try so hard, wish i was more prepared for this time, you shouldn't have passed before me] In this life we lead, a choice will be made. Where we go from here, when our time is done. At the gates of heaven, angels stare at you. May they lead you home to where you;ll live in peace? You take without warning. [i'll shut myself up and black out the windows] As we sit and wait. [its best to consider me dead as well] Breath in take a life. [i'm hoping in time i'll get over] Breath out, cleanse your soul. [i might be fine when i get older... no way] You took her life. I gave you mine, to ease the pain of my soul, to show you how much shes meant to me. I will fight for our lives and take them to our graves. In a world of despair, our lives will end. Some with out warning, while others die by design. Under watchful eyes we tread on evil ground, with jaded eyes around us, each step is scrutinized. I will defy you. The evil from above. Open my mind. Let you in. I will not forgive the sins you made. You took her life from me.
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