Angelus

GPKism's song 'Angelus' delves into a haunting and dark narrative, painting a vivid picture of fallen angels and their torment. The lyrics, written in Japanese, evoke a sense of despair and suffering, with imagery of young angels crying and lamenting their fate. The repeated mention of 'osanai tenshitachi' (young angels) suggests innocence lost, while 'nozomi wa tatarete' (hope is crushed) underscores the hopelessness that pervades the song. The angels' necks and fingers 'kishimu' (creak), indicating the physical and emotional strain they endure.

The song also introduces 'kurutta akumatachi' (mad demons) who exacerbate the angels' suffering by 'eguru' (gouging) their wounds and ensnaring them in 'zankokuna wana' (cruel traps). This imagery of relentless torment and cruelty is further emphasized by the 'kogoeru yoru' (frozen night) where even pleasure is fleeting and ultimately consumed by the abyss ('naraku no soko'). The night is described as 'nakidasu' (crying out) and 'jiounetsu' (passionate), only to be 'yakitsukusarete' (burned away) by the flames of hell ('jigoku no honoo').

GPKism, known for their dark, gothic, and often theatrical style, uses 'Angelus' to explore themes of suffering, lost innocence, and the inescapable nature of torment. The song's intense and vivid imagery, combined with its haunting melody, creates a powerful and evocative experience for the listener. The repeated cycles of suffering and fleeting moments of pleasure reflect a deeper commentary on the human condition and the eternal struggle between light and darkness.