Suicide Vampire

The song 'Suicide Vampire' by Theatres des Vampires delves into the haunting and macabre themes of death, immortality, and the existential cost of eternal life. The lyrics are rich with gothic imagery and references, starting with an excerpt from Ugo Foscolo's 'Dei Sepolcri,' which sets a somber tone by describing a desolate landscape filled with graves and the eerie presence of a wandering dog and an owl. This introduction immediately immerses the listener in a world where death is omnipresent and unsettling.

The recurring Latin phrase 'Ave verum corpus natum' translates to 'Hail, true body born,' a line from a Eucharistic hymn that venerates the body of Christ. This religious reference juxtaposes the sacred with the profane, as the song explores the dark allure of vampirism and the promise of immortality. The protagonist's 'dismal journey in the valley of death' and 'in my mind' suggests a deep internal struggle and a contemplation of the heavy price of eternal life. The repeated mention of 'suicide' and 'vampire' underscores the paradox of seeking immortality through death, highlighting the existential dilemma faced by the protagonist.

The lyrics also touch on the moral and ethical implications of immortality. The protagonist questions the cost of this eternal life, pondering the lives lost and the blood spilled to achieve it. The lines 'Immortality bought with other lives' and 'What's the price of this life?' reflect a deep sense of guilt and the realization that immortality comes at a significant human cost. The song ultimately portrays the choice of becoming a vampire as a form of suicide, a surrender to a dark and eternal existence that is both alluring and horrifying.