Angelica

Anathema's song 'Angelica' delves into the depths of longing and unfulfilled love, wrapped in a poetic and somewhat mystical narrative. The opening line, 'Where are you tonight?' sets the tone for a search or a yearning for someone who is no longer present. The imagery of a 'wild flower in starlit heaven' suggests a person who is both beautiful and elusive, almost otherworldly. This person remains 'enchanted in flight,' indicating a sense of freedom and unattainability that the narrator both admires and laments.

The lyrics explore the theme of change and the passage of time with the line 'A timeless word, the meanings changed.' This suggests that while the concept of love remains eternal, its interpretation and experience can evolve. The narrator confesses to still being 'burning in your flames,' indicating an ongoing emotional turmoil and passion that has not diminished over time. The 'incessant, lustral masquerade' points to a continuous, almost ritualistic facade that the narrator maintains, perhaps to cope with the unfulfilled love. The phrase 'dilit love didn’t taste the same' hints at a love that was once pure and fulfilling but has since lost its essence.

The recurring line 'And I still wonder if you ever wonder the same' encapsulates the core of the song's emotional weight. It speaks to the universal human experience of questioning whether our feelings are reciprocated, especially when the relationship is no longer active. This lingering doubt and the hope for mutual reflection create a poignant sense of unresolved emotion. Anathema, known for their atmospheric and deeply emotional music, uses 'Angelica' to explore these complex feelings, blending poetic lyrics with haunting melodies to create a song that resonates on multiple levels.