Blood Of The Scribe
Lamb of God · Ashes Of The Wake [2004]
Cornerstone's gone sleepless, hopeless, no end in sight
Ink well has run dry fill it with blood of the scribe
Rest comes easy to the guiltless
The vampire laments as he prays for the sun
Doom, despair, tragedy are the tools of the trade
Cut to the bone, rob the grave
Unearth the stone, lay to waste
Defile the tome, rip the page
Strip mine the vein, lay to waste
Frayed at the edge flat lined
The anvil cracks the hammer relentlessly comes down
A new pariah is born
Cut to the bone, rob the grave
Unearth the stone, lay to waste
Defile the tome, rip the page
Strip mine the vein, lay to waste
Chastisement lays you down to sleep
Tucks you in with bloody kisses
Gifts of nightmares bitter sweet
Type A negative shuts me down
Catch phrase will be death of me
Is this not what you came to see?
What, are you not entertained?
Climb the walls till nails bleed
Rip the hair, tear the seams, break the glass
Head in hands, bell tolls endlessly
No end in sight
Blood Of The Scribe
Blood Of The Scribe stands as a defining track on Lamb of God's 2004 breakthrough album, Ashes Of The Wake. The recording captures the band's signature blend of aggressive groove metal and technical precision, showcasing their ability to balance heavy rhythmic intensity with melodic sensibilities. As a centerpiece of an era that solidified the group's reputation in the modern metal landscape, the song demonstrates the tight interplay between the rhythm section and the dual guitar attack that characterizes their sound. The track remains a staple in their live performances, reflecting the enduring power of the album's production and the band's evolution during this pivotal period. It serves as a testament to their capacity to craft anthemic heavy metal that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners alike.