9 Scarecrows

Sematary's song '9 Scarecrows' delves into a haunting and eerie narrative, blending elements of horror and introspection. The recurring imagery of scarecrows in a backyard field serves as a powerful metaphor for isolation and the haunting memories of the past. The scarecrows, often seen as lifeless guardians of the fields, symbolize the artist's feelings of being watched and called upon by unseen forces. This sense of being drawn back to a place of significance, referred to as 'Haven home,' suggests a deep connection to a past that is both comforting and unsettling.

The lyrics also explore themes of identity and self-perception. The mention of wearing a mask and holding cutter knives indicates a struggle with inner demons and a desire to hide one's true self. The 'burlap man' buried behind the shack represents a forgotten or suppressed part of the artist's identity, one that is intertwined with the memories of the 'angels' carved in the wood. This duality of being both the scarecrow and the one haunted by them reflects a complex relationship with one's past and the personas we adopt to cope with it.

Furthermore, the song touches on the theme of loneliness and the search for belonging. The scarecrow, a solitary figure in the cornfields, mirrors the artist's feelings of having no friends and finding solace in isolation. The repeated calls from the 'angels' and the fields wanting the artist since the age of nine suggest a long-standing sense of being out of place in the world. The haunting refrain of 'there's no angels at home' underscores a sense of abandonment and the absence of comfort in familiar places. Through its dark and evocative imagery, '9 Scarecrows' captures the essence of grappling with one's past, identity, and the quest for a place to call home.