No remnants were ever found of it
Turning the heart vile with every fake smile
Though no evidence was ever found
It never went away completely
I try to appellate a holy sound of it
Another day gone, another night's drawn
Dark forces pull me underground
And never went away completely
How can I feel this empty?
I will not recover this time
This loneliness is killing me
Will I ever know peace of mind again?
I don't believe it, I can't achieve it
I think I know it's just another sign that
Never went away completely
Terror is coursing in me, dreading the final moments
Where I have to be and feel you die in asylum
(I live a lie)
Don't you know I'm in love with you
And I wasn't ready for asylum
(Relive a lie)
To let go?
Now it's dragging me into your grave your asylum
(Forget the lie)
Overcome and the feeling that I won't get to join you in time
But the loneliness is killing me
Death's images are all around again
They're right behind me, they're gonna find me
Judge me for my mortal sin
That have developed me completely
I know I'll never know a peaceful night again
Afraid they'll hear me, they don't fear me
Punishment for me of a moral crime
That debt was never paid completely
Terror is coursing in me, dreading the final moments
Where I have to be and feel you die in asylum
(I live a lie)
Don't you know I'm in love with you
And I wasn't ready for asylum
(Relive a lie)
To let go?
Now it's dragging me into your grave your asylum
(Forget the lie)
Overcome and the feeling that I won't get to join you in time
But the loneliness is killing me
In the end there will be no suffering
(More suffering)
In the end we will find out everything
(Not everything)
In the end you may question your belief
(What belief?)
In the end you will realize someday
How you were saved
This has gone on too long
(Too long)
No more demonic dreams
Destroyer come to light
Because the memory is killing me
In asylum
(I live a lie)
I let go now it's dragging me into your grave for asylum
(We live a lie)
Overcome and the feeling that I won't get to join you in time
This world is not fulfilling me
Don't make me live in asylum
I live alive
Don't want to live in asylum
I live a lie
Don't make me live in asylum
I am a lie
About This Song
"Asylum" is a haunting exploration of psychological torment and the slow disintegration of mental stability, serving as both the title track and thematic centerpiece of Disturbed's fifth studio album. The song delves into the experience of being trapped within one's own mind, where invisible forces-whether trauma, depression, or psychological damage-leave no physical evidence but create profound internal devastation. Lyrically, it captures the paradox of feeling completely empty while simultaneously being consumed by darkness, reflecting the band's willingness to tackle serious mental health themes with unflinching honesty. The track's heavy, methodical guitar work and David Draiman's signature vocal delivery create an atmosphere of claustrophobic desperation, with the music itself feeling like the walls of a psychological prison closing in. Production-wise, the song maintains Disturbed's trademark blend of aggressive metal and melodic accessibility, but with a more introspective and somber tone than their typical anthemic approach. The repeated questioning of whether peace of mind will ever return resonates deeply with listeners who have experienced depression, anxiety, or trauma, making it a powerful anthem for those struggling with invisible battles. The song's title and themes also reflect the broader concept of the asylum as both a place of refuge and confinement-a duality that perfectly captures the complex relationship between seeking help and feeling trapped by one's own mental state. This vulnerability and emotional rawness helped establish "Asylum" as one of Disturbed's most emotionally impactful tracks, connecting with fans on a deeply personal level during a period when mental health awareness was becoming increasingly important in rock music.
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