Lyrics
With wounded knees
Refers to someone with injured knees, suggesting physical or symbolic vulnerability.
And the musty scent
Describes a stale smell, possibly representing the past or traditions.
Of incense in her hair
Implies a religious or spiritual aura with the presence of incense in her hair.
Captured by the barbed hook
Expresses being ensnared by a sharp hook, possibly signifying a strong commitment or attachment.
Of eternal devotion
Suggests an enduring dedication or loyalty.
Stigma bleeds
Indicates bleeding of stigma, potentially symbolic of societal judgment or criticism.
In the book that leads
Refers to a book leading to her final end, possibly representing a predetermined fate.
To her final end
Points to the end of her journey or life.
Civitas Dei
Latin for "City of God," suggesting a religious or divine connection.
She lives on your planet
She exists on the same planet but lives in a different reality or mindset.
But not in your world
Highlighting a separation between her existence and the observer's world.
She speaks the same language
Although speaking the same language, there is a communication barrier or lack of understanding.
But you can't understand
Emphasizes the inability to comprehend her perspective or message.
The weight of chastity
Portrays the burdensome weight of chastity, influencing her downward gaze.
Makes her eyes cast down
Her eyes are cast down, reflecting the impact of societal expectations.
And the skin of humility
The outer appearance of humbleness and modesty.
Is white as snow
Symbolizes purity, equating humility with the whiteness of snow.
Stigma bleeds
Reiteration of stigma bleeding, emphasizing the recurring societal judgment.
In the book that leads
Repeats the idea of a book leading to her final end, underscoring fate.
To her final end
Reiterates the concept of her approaching inevitable conclusion.
Civitas Dei
Repetition of "Civitas Dei," highlighting the divine or religious aspect.
She lives on your planet
Reiteration of her coexistence on the same planet but in a different world.
But not in your world
Reaffirms the idea of her living in a distinct reality.
She speaks the same language
Repeats the theme of linguistic commonality but with a lack of mutual understanding.
But you can't understand
Restates the challenge in comprehending her perspective or message.
Paralised she's followin'
Describes her as paralyzed, possibly indicating a state of helplessness or stagnation.
The ancient message
References her following an ancient message, suggesting adherence to tradition or dogma.
It's more much more
Suggests that the ancient message holds greater significance beyond mere belief.
Than just belief
Underlines the depth and complexity of the belief system or message.
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