God Damn The Sun
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We had no history
So nothing to lose
Meant we could choose
Choose what we wanted then
Without any fear
Or thought of revenge
But then you grew old
And I lost my ambition
So I gained an addiction
To drink and depression
(they are mine
My only true friends
And I'll keep them with me
Until the very end)
I'd choose not to remember
But I miss your arrogance
And I need your intelligence
And your hate for authority
But now you're gone
I read it today
They found you in spain
Face down in the street
With a bottle in your hand
And a wild smile on your face
And a knife in your back
You died in a foreign land
And they found my letter
Rolled up in your pocket
Where I said I'd kill myself
If she left me again
So now she's gone
And you're both in my mind
I've got one thing to say
Before I am drunk again:
God damn the sun
God damn the sun
God damn anyone
That says a kind word
God damn the sun
God damn the sun
God damn the light it shines
And this world it shows
God damn the sun
God Damn The Sun
Swans' "God Damn The Sun" stands as a defining track from their mid-1990s period, characterized by its dense, industrial textures and operatic vocal delivery. Released during the band's transition toward a more abrasive, post-rock sound, the recording exemplifies their signature blend of theatricality and sonic heaviness. The piece features layered instrumentation and a relentless rhythmic drive that pushed the boundaries of rock music at the time. It reflects the group's exploration of dark, existential themes and their commitment to creating immersive, large-scale soundscapes that would later define their evolution into progressive metal and noise rock. The song remains a pivotal moment in their discography, showcasing their ability to merge classical influences with modern electronic elements.