Kabinett Der Sinne

Lacrimosa Lacrimosa

Awakening in the Cabinet of Senses: A Journey Through Desire and Enlightenment

Lacrimosa's song "Kabinett Der Sinne" delves into the profound themes of human desire, enlightenment, and the eternal quest for truth. The lyrics begin with a return from immortality, symbolizing a rebirth or awakening. The protagonist finds themselves back on Earth, experiencing the world with renewed senses. This reawakening is marked by a deep longing and a sense of being alive, as expressed in the line, "Das Verlangen hat mich wieder / Ich lebe..." (The desire has me again / I live...).

The "Kabinett der Sinne" (Cabinet of Senses) represents a place of heightened awareness and sensory experiences. Here, the protagonist encounters an old man and a goddess of lust, symbolizing the duality of wisdom and desire. The imagery of "Ein strahlendes Weiss / Und verzicht..." (A radiant white / And renunciation...) suggests a struggle between purity and indulgence. This duality is further emphasized by the recurring theme of light and darkness, as the protagonist dreams of darkness falling over them.

The repeated lines "Sie... will... / Sie will licht / Sie will ewig leben" (She... wants... / She wants light / She wants to live forever) highlight a yearning for enlightenment and eternal life. The goddess's escape from the sun's light and her fall into the night with flaming wings symbolize a departure from conventional enlightenment towards a more profound, perhaps darker, understanding. Her vigil over the sea and pointing back to the stars suggest a connection to the cosmos and a search for higher truths. The song concludes with the protagonist being laid in the sand, indicating a return to the earth and the cyclical nature of existence.

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