Ate

Closterkeller's song 'Ate' delves into the complex interplay between faith, self-reliance, and the harsh realities of life. The lyrics, sung in Polish, reflect a deep sense of existential questioning and emotional turmoil. The opening lines, 'Wiecej żądasz, wiecej masz - taki jest prawdziwy świat,' translate to 'The more you demand, the more you have - that's the real world,' setting the stage for a narrative that explores the relentless pursuit of more in a world that often feels unchangeable.

The song grapples with the idea of self-reliance versus the comfort of faith. Lines like 'Może lepiej nie wiedzieć, że masz tylko siebie' ('Maybe it's better not to know that you only have yourself') and 'Może lepiej się łudzić, że Bóg był jednym z ludzi' ('Maybe it's better to delude yourself that God was one of the people') highlight a struggle between accepting one's solitude and finding solace in the belief that a higher power exists. This dichotomy is further emphasized by the recurring theme of feeding oneself with the comforting lie that 'He is - just asleep,' suggesting a yearning for divine presence in a seemingly indifferent world.

The emotional weight of the song is palpable in the imagery of being 'Zagubiona w lesie słów' ('Lost in a forest of words') and the transformation of the heart from fragile glass to hardened steel. This evolution signifies a journey from vulnerability to resilience, underscored by the poignant plea, 'Prosze przytul mocno mnie i ukołysz przerwany sen' ('Please hold me tight and lull my interrupted dream'). The song concludes with a glimmer of hope, dreaming of hope itself, which encapsulates the human desire for comfort and meaning amidst life's challenges.