Poetry, My Curse: Killswitch Engage Killswitch Engage is an American metalcore band known for their intense and emotionally charged music. One of their songs, titled "My Curse", delves into the theme of poetry as a curse. In this note, we will explore the lyrics of the song and delve into the deeper meaning behind the idea of poetry being a curse. The song "My Curse" begins with powerful and intense guitar riffs that set the tone for the emotional journey the lyrics will take us on. The opening screams of the lead vocalist, Jesse Leach, immediately draw the listener in and create a sense of urgency and despair. The lyrics of the song convey a sense of being trapped and tormented by one's own thoughts and emotions.
The lyrics of the song convey a sense of being trapped and tormented by one's own thoughts and emotions. Leach sings, "I watched you walk away, helplessly, with nothing I could say," conveying a feeling of powerlessness and frustration. This sets the stage for the idea that poetry, in this context, serves as a form of expression for the internal struggle faced by the songwriter.
Curse breaker saga
Series: Kingdom of Runes #2
Format: Kindle Edition, 380 pages
Release Date: August 12, 2019
Publisher: Starfall Press
Source: Kindle Unlimited
Genre: Young Adult / Fantasy
All magic has a price.
Haven survived the Devourers, but she isn't any closer to breaking the curse. Meanwhile, her forbidden magic rages brighter and more dangerous every day.
To control her powers and stand a chance against the Shade Queen, Haven made a bargain with two enemy immortals. Now her waking hours are spent fighting alongside the Sun Lord, but her dreams belong to the Shade Lord.
Only the closer she ventures into the wicked Shadow Kingdom the more her magic shows itself--and the more she struggles with whom to trust. The golden but wounded Sun Lord or the darkly charismatic Shade Lord.
Both are off-limits.
And both have the ability to save her . . . or destroy her.
With the Shade Queen closing in and Bell's time nearly up, Haven will sacrifice everything to break the curse--but will it be enough to stop the mortal realm from falling into darkness forever?
Curse Breaker is the second installment in author Audrey Grey's The Kingdom of Runes Saga. Curse Breaker picks up right where Oath Taker left off. Haven Ashwood and her allies, Archeron, Bjorn, Rook, and Surai, are attempting to gather 6 items needed to break the Curse Price. But, first, Haven needs to honor an agreement she made to save one of her allies. Haven is doing all she can do to survive this quest while also trying to save her best friend Prince Bell from the evil Queen Morgryth Malytheus.
Prince Bellamy (Bell) Boteler is still a prisoner/guest of the Shade Queen's daughter. However, he's not alone. A surprising character shows more compassion than the desire to make Bell suffer even more than he has. Bell believes that Haven is dead so it is up to him to do all he can to survive his ordeal. This character who shalt be unnamed has some interesting revelations to tell to the reader about who he is and why he is here. From Bell we see more of the Noctis and learn more about the castle and the curse and who was to blame.
There is a curious storyline happening with Stolas, the Lord of the Netherworld and Haven. He is dark, and dangerous, yet Haven seems to have completed several parts of a mating ritual unbeknownst to her. To make matters even more twisted, Haven has found a connection with Archeron. I find it twisted that Haven seems to be doing all the work while her so called immortal friends stand by and watch her.
Need tears from a fairy from a wood so deep? Haven will get it. Need a fig from a vorgrath from his mate's keep? No worries! Haven will get it even if it kills her! Forget that she hasn't been fully trained on either her dark, or her light magic. Forget that she's shooting from the hip at almost every situation she encounters. Did anyone else catch the implied statement about Solis' have 2 soulmates? Curious what that means to the future especially with Stolas still around.
Haven's mysterious past is still up in the air, and I am crawling out of my mind with thoughts as to how the author is going to resolve this issue in a way that makes sense to readers who have made it to this point in the series. Apparently, there are several more books to come, (3) to be exact, in 2020. Readers know that Haven has access to both light and dark magic. We know that someone stole her from her parents and gave her up to be a slave. We know that Bell demanded that Haven be given to him as a birthday present which led to them becoming fast friends. But, I want to know more!
Curse Breaker is a story of twists, loss, devastation, and betrayal. You should not attempt to read this book without first reading Oath Taker.
In the chorus, Leach belts out, "This is my curse (the longing), this is my curse (to) all I can say (is) endless torment (within)." These lines highlight the primary theme of the song – the notion that poetry, rather than providing solace or catharsis, further perpetuates the pain within. The repetitive nature of the chorus emphasizes the cyclical nature of this torment. Throughout the song, Leach wrestles with the idea that the ability to harness poetic expression is both a blessing and a curse. While it allows him to communicate his innermost feelings, it also reinforces his internal turmoil. He sings, "There is no god to ease your sorrows, there is no god to ease your pain," further highlighting the lack of external relief from this internal struggle. As the song progresses, Leach's vocals become more desperate, culminating in the bridge where he cries, "Hear the haunting words, surreal to my ears." Here, we see how the words of poetry, while hauntingly beautiful, only serve to amplify the emotional burden that the songwriter carries. Ultimately, "My Curse" by Killswitch Engage paints a vivid picture of the notion that poetry can sometimes be a curse rather than a blessing. Through powerful lyrics and intense instrumentation, the song explores the internal torment faced by the songwriter, who is trapped in a never-ending cycle of pain and longing. This exploration of the dark side of creative expression adds depth and complexity to the overall message of the song..
Reviews for "Finding Redemption in the Poetry of Killswitch Engage"
- John - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "Poetry my curse” by Killswitch Engage. The lyrics lacked depth and the poetry felt forced. It seemed like they were trying too hard to be profound but it just came off as pretentious. The music itself was repetitive and didn't stand out in any way. Overall, I found this song to be uninspiring and forgettable.
- Sarah - 1 star - I have to say, "Poetry my curse" by Killswitch Engage was a complete waste of my time. The lyrics were cliché and lacked any originality. I felt like I had heard these same lines a thousand times before. The instrumentation was nothing special either, just your typical generic metalcore sound. I was expecting more from a band like Killswitch Engage, but this song was a letdown.
- Alex - 2 stars - I really wanted to like "Poetry my curse" by Killswitch Engage, but I just couldn't get into it. The vocals were too harsh and screamed, which made it difficult to understand the lyrics. The melody didn't flow well and felt disjointed. It seemed like the band was trying too hard to be heavy without considering the overall structure of the song. I couldn't connect with it on any level and it left me feeling underwhelmed.
- Emily - 2 stars - "Poetry my curse" by Killswitch Engage didn't live up to my expectations. The vocals were too aggressive for my taste and it overshadowed the music. The lyrics lacked substance and failed to make any meaningful impact. The song felt like a collection of random ideas thrown together without much thought. Overall, I found it to be a forgettable and unremarkable listening experience.