Wings of Despair
Written by the progressive metal band Kamelot, this aggressive opener hits hard and never lets up until the final note! It features a solo lead guitar with an ominous riff in a driving 12/8 rhythm. The lyrics come from a place of emotional darkness and despair, making it a perfect opener for a 'dark to light' show theme. Features a short female solo after the first chorus.
Instrumentation: Piano/Synth/Guitar/Bass/Drums/2 Tpt/1 Tbn/Alto, Tenor, Bari Sax
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Sometimes the visions are distant and vague Down at the base of the mountain Once in a while you feel weak and afraid Tired and sick of it all Do you believe that the story is set Everything destined and fated Bound to this body a world full of hate No one will heed if you fall Though you can't see it you know that it's there Guiding the steps of your soul Holding the truth in the cross that you bear Die with a heart that is bold Fly on the wings of despair No one is holding you back The pain in your heart is internal Fly from the demons you fear Anger will not fade to black The darkness will never surrender You, and you alone are forging a path Destined to repeat the past Do you believe that the story is set Everything destined and fated Bound to this body a world full of hate No one will heed if you fall Though you can't see it you know that it's there Guiding the steps of your soul Holding the truth in the cross that you bear Die with a heart that is bold Fly on the wings of despair No one is holding you back (No one can save you from the pain) The pain in your heart is internal Fly from the demons you fear (Fly from the darkness inside) Anger will not fade to black The darkness is calling you No one can save you No one can save you No one can save you today (Kamelot)
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