Life After Death
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
Four shadows heading for the dark
Four shadows heading for the past
Four shadows heading for the graves in the wooded maze
Four shadows looking for the place without a trace
Midnight and they're here, midnight
The old burial ground..is part of the estate
Hidden by the heavy trees..where Jean Le Noir he sleeps
The shadows move
They're hare to feed the dead..the shadows move
'Cause there is life after death
Be patient and you will see
There is life after death
Be patient and you will see
Oh it must never end..never end..no
Midnight and they're here, midnight
Doctor Le Croix, he's a voodoo sorcerer
Madame Sarita, she's got the snake in her
And Lula Chevalier, she's the girl that no one ever sees
Salem the servant, he belongs to the estate
The shadows move
They're here to feed the dead..the shadows move
The Lafayettes are unaware..their butler Salem, he is here
Voodoo has been his life..Voodoo cuts deep like a knife
The shadows move
They're here to feed the dead..the shadows move
'Cause there is Life after death
Be patient and you will see
There is life after death
Be patient and you will 8ee
Oh it must never end..never end
Midnight and they're here, midnight Midnight..... Life after death.....
Life After Death
King Crimson's 'Life After Death' stands as a pivotal track within the band's progressive rock catalog, exemplifying the group's signature fusion of complex jazz harmonies and intricate rhythmic structures. Released during a period of intense creative exploration, the recording showcases the ensemble's ability to blend technical proficiency with atmospheric depth, characteristic of their mid-to-late era work. The song reflects the band's commitment to pushing boundaries, utilizing layered instrumentation and dynamic shifts that define their contribution to the genre. It serves as a testament to their enduring influence on progressive rock, capturing a moment where their musical vision reached a sophisticated crescendo.