Next of Kin Lyrics

Lyric discussion by TheFifthColumn 

Cover art for Next of Kin lyrics by Opeth

The narrater trying to explain to a child that her mother has passed away, and he is now alone raising her. Even though there are others all around, he is isolated in caring for her while no one cares for him.

It seems the narrator has lost the desire to keep going on but forces himself to lie and say he’s fine for his child’s sake. He hides away into distractions like technology but, ultimately, he carries on for his daughter, who is the last of their family still living to carry on his legacy.

Negative
Subjective
Sadness
Grief
Isolation
Legacy
Family
Responsibility