Here, is where we crossed the line
And just as well, I’d have to say
We’ve fucked ourselves in every way.
Out of chances
Out of time
The time we squandered now has died
A death that none shall mourn, and I
Inside this void, may only bide.
Waiting until the end begins,
No absolution for our sins.
Its path of burning ruin lay,
Toxic death does suffocate.
Architects of our own demise.
One way or another, I surmise
Human kind shall fade away
A heavy debt with Hell to pay.
And so, within my shell I stay
As the world around falls to decay
Deaf to the cries of mortal coil
The hearts that drown in sludge and oil
The skin that burns in nuclear waste
The smell of blood so strong I taste
The dying lie in searing rain
The final shot that ends their pain.
Gone, with only dust to stay.
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yesterday I played Slayer for the first time in the last, like, five years.. seems convenient, since these verses would fit so well with one of their slower, creepier songs.. I do remember the previous parts of this piece, & all I gotta say is that this is just the ending it deserves.. straightforward, strong, a satisfying but painful ending.. and i hope to see someone pick this as the lyrics for their song 😉
Good to hear from you again my friend! I do love me some Slayer, Dead Skin Mask FTW!
I’m glad it served as a good ending, and I would love someone to use my words in a song someday!
deeply, sadly true. beautifully penned.
Thank you!