Inertia stands over me
Holding me down on her bed
A million lights as they shed off of me
I remember the drug waking me up
An insufficient fluid based
Down your back
Being remembered in waves
It meant the world
A pioneer expecting the worst
From a pressed colored label
You rebuild with your hands
A vision I have known
To feel the extract underneath the palms
In an enhanced nighttime
With the weight of viruality
Like the sound when planes collide
To the ground in my eyes
I lost myself deep within its depths
I'll surface with time in the waters where we met
You lost your sight
So remember how it used to be
So get used to me
I'll see you on the other side
An insufficient fluid based
Down your back
Being remembered in waves
It meant the world
A pioneer expecting the worst
Louise, Louise
Where I met you
Underneath extended stars
I wait until the day breaks
Will I ever see you again?
About This Song
"Serenity" is a haunting exploration of psychological paralysis and the struggle to break free from destructive patterns, with the opening line about inertia personified as a force "holding me down" establishing the song's central theme of feeling trapped. The lyrics weave together abstract imagery of lights, drugs, and memory fragments to convey a dreamlike state between consciousness and numbness, suggesting someone grappling with addiction or mental health struggles. Musically, the track showcases Volumes' signature blend of heavy djent-influenced riffs with melodic passages, creating a sonic tension that mirrors the lyrical conflict between seeking peace and being consumed by chaos. The fragmented, stream-of-consciousness style of the verses reflects a mind trying to piece together meaning from disjointed experiences, while the title "Serenity" becomes ironic-representing an elusive state of calm that remains just out of reach. This track stands out in Volumes' catalog for its deeply introspective nature and experimental approach to both songwriting and the band's metalcore sound.
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