The Noise Of Silence

Schysma's 'The Noise Of Silence' is a poignant exploration of inner turmoil and the profound sense of isolation that can accompany personal struggles. The lyrics convey a deep sense of being lost and disconnected, not just from others, but from oneself. The opening lines, 'Now I’m feel like nobody / Lost my head / My soul begins to rot,' immediately set a tone of despair and disorientation. The silence mentioned is not peaceful but sickening, representing a void where the protagonist's cries for help go unheard, emphasizing the loneliness of their pain.

The recurring theme of rain and the repeated phrase 'The noise of silence' suggest a contrast between the external world and the internal chaos of the protagonist. Rain typically symbolizes renewal or cleansing, but here it seems to represent an unrelenting force that mirrors the protagonist's mental state. The 'noise of silence' is an oxymoron that captures the loudness of one's thoughts when external distractions are absent, highlighting the protagonist's internal conflict and inability to escape their own mind.

The song also touches on themes of distrust and the feeling of being condemned, as seen in lines like 'Lack of trust / The noise of silence' and 'The sinners here contained / In the sewers of hell.' These lines evoke a sense of being judged or trapped in a personal hell, where the protagonist is overwhelmed by their own thoughts and memories. Schysma's use of dark and evocative imagery, combined with the haunting melody, creates a powerful narrative of struggle and the search for understanding in the midst of psychological chaos.