Soulwound

Fear Factory · Obsolete [1998]

A tortured whipping dog defiled

Stalked by oblivion and denial

Scarring lacerations

Hopeless devastation



The cuts, cut deeper

The cuts, cut deeper

The cuts, cut deeper, deeper, deeper



These wounds are small slices of death

Draining my soul and final breath

Self-inflicted dementia

Bone shallow gravedigger



The cuts, cut deeper

The cuts, cut deeper

The cuts, cut deeper, deeper, deeper



Soulwound

Soulwound

Soulwound

Soulwound



Soulwound

Soulwound

Soulwound

Soulwound



Soulwounds I can not conceal

These wounds are so hard to heal



A tortured whipping dog defiled

Stalked by oblivion and denial

Scarring lacerations

Hopeless devastation



The cuts, cut deeper

The cuts, cut deeper

The cuts, cut deeper, deeper, deeper

Soulwound

Fear Factory's 'Soulwound' stands as a defining track on their 1998 album 'Obsolete,' exemplifying the band's evolution from industrial metal into a more melodic, alternative rock direction. Released during a pivotal era for the group, the song features the signature blend of distorted guitars and driving rhythms characteristic of their sound, yet it incorporates soaring vocal lines that prioritize emotional resonance over pure aggression. As a staple of their discography, 'Soulwound' captures the tension between mechanical precision and organic expression, reflecting the themes often explored in their work regarding human nature and societal structures. The recording serves as a testament to the band's ability to adapt their sonic palette while maintaining their distinct identity within the broader metal and alternative music landscape.