Elegy Of The Sleepwalkers

MONOTHEIST's 'Elegy Of The Sleepwalkers' is a haunting exploration of human consumption and decay, both literal and metaphorical. The song opens with vivid imagery of closed eyes and open mouths, suggesting a state of ignorance or denial. The lyrics describe feeding on 'rotting corpses' and 'carrion decaying for years past,' which can be interpreted as a metaphor for clinging to outdated or harmful ideologies and practices. This consumption is portrayed as a desperate attempt to soothe 'hunger pangs,' symbolizing an insatiable need or void within the human soul.

The chorus emphasizes the parasitic nature of this consumption: 'The more you give, the more we take / Never fulfilled / Nor satisfied.' This suggests a cycle of endless greed and dissatisfaction, where the sustenance derived from these decaying sources is never enough. The phrase 'contagion as sustenance' further implies that what is being consumed is not only insufficient but also harmful, spreading decay and corruption.

As the song progresses, it delves deeper into themes of self-destruction and dehumanization. Lines like 'Self serving suicide / Destroying earthly temples' and 'No trace of humanity left / Mindless animals' paint a grim picture of a society that has lost its way, becoming 'mindless animals' feeding on 'pestilence.' The repeated imagery of open mouths and closed eyes underscores a willful ignorance and a surrender to base instincts. Ultimately, 'Elegy Of The Sleepwalkers' serves as a dark commentary on the consequences of unchecked consumption and the loss of humanity in the face of insatiable greed.