Blood Of An Angel

Praying Mantis's song 'Blood Of An Angel' delves deep into the themes of guilt, loss, and the haunting nature of past actions. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone grappling with the weight of their emotions and the consequences of their actions. The opening lines, 'Requesting forgiveness / Emotions we’d always hide,' suggest a plea for redemption and an acknowledgment of previously suppressed feelings. This sets the stage for a journey through the complexities of facing reality and the internal battle between passion and pride.

The recurring lines, 'Turn back tomorrow, / Turn your back on yesterday / Run from the memories, / But the guilt is here to stay,' highlight the inescapable nature of guilt. No matter how much one tries to escape or forget, the memories and the associated guilt remain. This is further emphasized by the imagery of darkness and tearful thoughts that 'cast a shadow of pretension,' indicating that these feelings are ever-present, even in dreams.

The chorus, with its poignant lines, 'A life is gone it won’t repeat / Don’t believe it’s your soul to keep / For now, I still can taste, / The blood of an angel,' speaks to the irreversible nature of loss and the lingering impact it has on the soul. The metaphor of tasting 'the blood of an angel' suggests a deep, visceral connection to the loss, making it a part of the person's very being. The song concludes with a reflection on loneliness and the shared suffering of the world, encapsulating the universal experience of loss and the enduring scars it leaves behind.