Poetry For The Poisoned, Pt. I. Incubus
Kamelot · Poetry For The Poisoned [2010]
A boy with bold ambitions
There was a time when I could tell the crooked from the wicked one
There was a song that someone sung
A hint of recognition
There was a time I knew you well enough to know you won't be gone
[Chorus:] Come with me tonight
Tell me how it feels to be alive
There was a time I had respect
A name of reputation
There was a time when I could watch myself without being disgraced
[Chorus:] Come with me tonight
Let us find a place where we can hide
[Chorus:] Come into the light
Let me show you how we stay alive
[Instrumental]
[Spoken:]
The word "incubus" means "to lie on",
and it was believed that any feeling in bed,
such as a weight pressing down on your chest,
especially accompanied by nightmares,
was a sure sign that an incubus had attempted to have
nocturnal intercourse with you.
Given the religious fervour of Middle Ages,
it is not altogether surprising that the idea of a
demon lover was believed to account for this phenomenon.
Poetry For The Poisoned, Pt. I. Incubus
Kamelot's 'Poetry For The Poisoned, Pt. I. Incubus' serves as the opening movement of their 2010 concept album, Poetry For The Poisoned. This recording marks a significant shift in the band's sound, moving away from their traditional power metal roots toward a darker, more progressive atmosphere. The track establishes the album's overarching narrative themes of decay and transformation, setting a somber tone that permeates the subsequent suite. As part of a cohesive body of work, the piece showcases the band's ability to blend orchestral textures with heavy instrumentation. It reflects a period of artistic evolution for the group, emphasizing atmospheric depth and storytelling over straightforward melodic structures. The song remains a defining song in their discography, illustrating their commitment to complex, thematic compositions during this era.