Hourglass
Lamb of God · Killadelphia [2005]
Blessed with our time in hell
Witness a divine vision, the day we all fell still
Rapture of the dying age, a shattered hourglass
Wrath of the warring gods and so this too shall pass
Its only getting worse, not worth a moments regret
Each dawn another curse, every breath a twisting blade
What will be left behind in the ashes of the wake?
An ill wind blows this way, th edge of the envelope burns
For bearance and my vengeance, payment for your intent
Fear and death in the wings, in thrall of those fallen from grace
Petty is as petty does, witness the mass disgrace
God forbid you read the signs
watch for meanings between the lines
Gehenna has now arrived, no hindsight for the blind
Your trust has been misplaced, believed the lies told to your face
Became another casualty and now its too late
You finally made it home, draped in the flag that you fell for
And so it goes
The ashes of the wake
Its only getting worse...
Hourglass
Hourglass stands as a defining track on Lamb of God's 2005 album Killadelphia, capturing the band at the height of their groove metal evolution. The recording showcases the group's signature intensity, blending aggressive rhythmic precision with the raw, visceral energy that characterized their mid-2000s output. As part of a cohesive album that solidified their reputation in the heavy metal landscape, the song reflects the tight interplay between the rhythm section and the searing guitar work that became a hallmark of their sound. Killadelphia remains a pivotal release in the band's discography, bridging the gap between their earlier thrash influences and the heavier, more complex arrangements they would explore in subsequent years. This track exemplifies the power and technical proficiency that have sustained Lamb of God's enduring presence in the genre.