Brilio.net - "So Far Away" is one of the most emotional songs from Avenged Sevenfold, released as part of the album "Nightmare" in 2010. The song was written by guitarist Synyster Gates as a tribute to the band's drummer, Jimmy "The Rev" Sullivan, who passed away in 2009. Through touching lyrics and melody, the song depicts feelings of loss, longing, and deep respect.
The song begins with a gentle guitar melody, creating a melancholic and introspective atmosphere. The lyrics describe feelings of deep sorrow and longing for someone who has gone. Each stanza expresses the pain and sadness felt when losing a loved one. The use of simple but powerful words allows listeners to feel the emotions the band wants to convey.
One of the reasons why "So Far Away" is so relatable is because of the emotional honesty it contains. The song is not just a tribute, but also an emotional journey that can be felt by anyone who has experienced loss. The touching melody and soulful vocals of M. Shadows add depth to the song's meaning.
In addition, "So Far Away" also stands out for its harmonious musical arrangement. The combination of acoustic and electric guitars creates an interesting dynamic, while the guitar solo played by Synyster Gates adds a strong emotional element. The music seems to invite listeners to reflect and feel every emotion poured into the song.
LyricsNever be afraid of anything
Never be afraid of anything
Never shamed but never free
Never ashamed but never free
A life that healed the broken heart
A life that heals a broken heart
With all that it could
With everything he can do
Lived a life so endlessly
Living an eternal life
Saw beyond what others see
Seeing what others don't see
I tried to heal your broken heart
I'm trying to heal your broken heart
With all that I could
With everything I can
Will you stay?
Will you stay here?
Will you stay away forever?
Will you stay away forever?
Plans of what our future holds
Our future plans
Foolish lies of growing old
False desires when aging
It seems we're so invincible
As if we were invincible
The truth is so cold
But the truth hurts so much
A final song, a last request
Last song, last request
A perfect chapter laid to rest
Perfect chapter to stop on
Now and then I try to find
I've tried to find it many times
A place in my mind
A place in my mind
Where can you stay
Where you can stay
You can stay awake forever
You can stay awake forever
How do I live without the ones I love?
How can I live without the people I love?
Time still turns the pages of the book it's burned
Time still turns the pages of the book he burned
Place in time always on my mind
Past memories are always on my mind
I have so much to say but you're so far away
There's so much I want to say but you're so far away
Sleep tight I'm not afraid (not afraid)
Sleep well, I'm not afraid
The ones that we love are here with me
The people we love are here with me
Lay away a place for me (place for me)
Prepare a place for me
'Cause as soon as I'm done I'll be on my way
Because once I die I'll be heading straight for
To live forever
To eternal life
How do I live without the ones I love?
How can I live without the people I love?
Time still turns the pages of the book it's burned
Time still turns the pages of the book he burned
Place in time always on my mind
Past memories are always on my mind
I have so much to say but you're so far away
There's so much I want to say but you're so far away
I love you, you were ready, the pain is strong and urgent rises
I love you, you are ready, this pain is so strong and suffocating
But I'll see you when He let's me
But I will meet you when God permits
Your pain is gone, your hands are untied
Your wounds will disappear, your hands will no longer be tied
So far away
So far
And I need you to know
And I want you to know
So far away
So far
And I need you to, need you to know
And I want you to know
(brl/lak)
