Damnation

Nembience's song 'Damnation' delves into the dark and tumultuous emotions of vengeance and self-destruction. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist who is consumed by anger and a desire for retribution. The opening lines, 'From this day forward / You're the dark light / That shines on me,' suggest a relationship or situation that has cast a shadow over the protagonist's life. This 'dark light' symbolizes a negative influence that the protagonist is determined to eradicate, even if it means self-harm, as indicated by the line, 'I'll smash the mirrors / Using the pieces / To cut you away.' This metaphor of breaking mirrors and using the shards to inflict pain highlights the destructive nature of their quest for vengeance.

The recurring imagery of fire and angels screaming 'seven deadly sins' adds a layer of biblical and apocalyptic symbolism to the song. Walking through fire is often a metaphor for enduring extreme trials and suffering, while the seven deadly sins represent the moral failings that plague humanity. The protagonist feels burdened by a 'plague' cast down by 'hands that brought desolation,' suggesting a sense of being cursed or doomed by external forces. This could be interpreted as a reflection on the destructive impact of betrayal or injustice inflicted by others.

The chorus, 'Rain the sorrows / Of thousands on me / The hurting was yours / But vengeance is mine,' encapsulates the central theme of the song. The protagonist is willing to bear immense sorrow and pain to exact revenge, indicating a deep-seated need for retribution. The repetition of the word 'Damnation' underscores the finality and irrevocability of their path. The song concludes with a sense of hopelessness and a longing for the demise of the source of their suffering, as expressed in the lines, 'I've lost myself / Never to find my way back to life / I'm longing to watch you die / Over and over again.' This reveals the protagonist's complete surrender to their vengeful desires, even at the cost of their own salvation.