Stygia (feat. Alissa White-Gluz)

In 'Stygia,' Two Feathers, featuring Alissa White-Gluz, delves into themes of eternal suffering, vengeance, and the desperate search for redemption. The song's protagonist appears to be a tormented soul, possibly trapped in a purgatorial state, who has been waiting for eons to be found and heard. This sense of timeless agony is emphasized by the repeated plea, 'Hear me calling to you,' suggesting a deep yearning for connection and release from their suffering.

The lyrics are rich with imagery of destruction and chaos, such as 'Purge the sunlight that we once knew' and 'Burn this world.' These lines convey a desire to obliterate the past and the pain associated with it. The protagonist's rage and desire for vengeance are palpable, as they speak of crucifying and burning the world. This intense anger is a manifestation of their inner turmoil and the 'cruelest pain' they endure. The mention of 'chaos, inferno, serenity' juxtaposes the destructive forces with a longing for peace, highlighting the duality of their existence.

The song also explores the concept of being a 'castaway,' someone who is isolated and abandoned. The protagonist describes themselves as rowing through an 'ocean of hellfire,' a powerful metaphor for their relentless struggle and suffering. Despite their lack of a voice to scream in pain, their rage is so intense that it will reach the listener. This suggests that their torment is not just personal but has a broader, almost cosmic significance. The repeated refrain of 'Hear me calling for your soul' implies that the protagonist's quest for redemption is intertwined with the listener's own journey, making the song a haunting call to confront one's own inner demons and seek liberation.