As Rome Burns
Embers of Desolation: Primordial's Anthem for a World in Decline
Lyrics
We are falling over the ends of the earth
We are in a state of decline, reaching the edges of civilization.
So gather your sons and daughters before you
Gather your children and loved ones before impending doom.
And tell them that these are the final days of all
Inform them that these are the final days for all of humanity.
Preach to the paupers
Address the poor and destitute, spreading a message of impending doom.
And sing to the slaves
Sing and communicate with the oppressed and enslaved.
I see you've chosen to loose your faith
Observing a decision to abandon faith and purposefully choose a destructive path.
To burn your bridges and lose your way
Destroy connections, burn bridges, and lose one's direction.
From mountain top to valley deep
Travel from the highest peaks to the deepest valleys.
From shore to cursed shore
Across shores cursed and doomed.
What Nation, what State what Land is this?
Pondering the identity of the nation or land in question.
The wretched Tribe of Nero...
Referring to the troubled descendants of Nero, an infamous Roman emperor.
Sing Sing Sing to the Slaves
Reiterating the act of singing to the enslaved population.
Sing to the Slaves that Rome Burns
Expressing the urgency of singing as Rome faces destruction.
Are our bones not dust?
Raising questions about the mortality and fragility of humanity.
Is our Blood not Poison?
Suggesting that even blood is corrupted and harmful.
On my knees in the black light
Symbolic imagery of being in a desperate situation, seeking salvation in darkness.
Praying for Salvation, bitter Redemption
Praying for deliverance and a harsh form of redemption.
So throw your dice and cast your shadow
Encouraging the taking of chances and acknowledging one's influence on the world.
You may look away
Suggesting the option to ignore or deny the impending crisis.
But your children will not...
Warning that, despite looking away, future generations will face the consequences.
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