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1. |
Morningstar
02:10
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Verse
As I lie here drifting off to sleep
uncertainty is getting hold of me
will I still be here to witness the new day
I close my eyes and pray…
Chorus
It’s hard to guess what lies ahead
But I hope to see the light again,
to have the morningstar chase the shadows away,
defeat the darkness and help me on my way
I hope it brings the peace that my mind needs
when the night is falling and I’m trapped in a dream
It’ll make the ghosts of yesterday loosen their grip
and release me so that I can be awake…again…
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2. |
Go On Without Me
04:33
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Verse 1
it’s never enough
when you give a promise but you can’t keep it
I know that I said
we’d be together until the end of time
But I’m getting weak
‘cause I feel that life is taking its toll
you know that I’ve done
my best to stay with you as long as I could
Pre-chorus
but now I must ask of you
not to lose yourself when I’m gone
your journey continues while mine has come to an end
Chorus
And I look at this fading light
I reach out as if hypnotised
You don’t wanna let go
but I whisper go on without me
Now it’s getting so dark and cold
leave me here death is soon to come
Promise me you’ll be strong
So I beg you go on without me
Verse 2
I know that it hurts
when you’re about to lose someone so close
it’s killing me too that I won’t stay by your side anymore
But I know you well,
and I do believe that you’ll live through this
just want you to know
wherever I end up I’ll watch you
Pre-chorus
but now I must ask of you
not to stay and watch me suffer in pain
your journey continues while mine has come to an end
Chorus
And I look at this fading light
I reach out as if hypnotised
You don’t wanna let go
but I whisper go on without me
Now it’s getting so dark and cold
leave me here death is soon to come
Promise me you’ll be strong
So I beg you just go on without me
Chorus outro
And I look at this fading light
You don’t wanna let go
but I whisper go on without me
Now it’s getting so dark and cold
Promise me you’ll be strong
So I beg you just go on without me
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3. |
To Hell and Back
04:14
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Verse 1
In moments like these
when I’m beaten and broken and weak from all the pain
I expect everyone to walk away and leave me behind
But you’ve chosen to stay
and you promised we’d live through all the suffering
but you don’t know what’s to come now
will you be ready for the agony?
Pre-chorus
But you’re telling me you’re not afraid,
that there will always be a light in the darkness
so put your arms around me, fall with me into this void
Chorus
Hold my hand, we will go to hell and back
It’s so hard I know but don’t give up now
(no don’t give up now)
it’s a torture to breathe in this fiery storm
but will you share my fate once more?
Verse 2
In this I’m not alone
and the thought of this will keep me hanging on
you remind me our bond is strong and we will endure anything
and it’s soothing the ache
to know when I’m at my lowest I’ll survive
because you’ve made a promise
if I’m hurting you will hurt with me
Pre-chorus
But you’re telling me you’re not afraid,
that there will always be a light in the darkness
so put your arms around me, fall with me into this void
we’ll step into these flames and burn
but our inner fire is so much stronger
just believe me for what it’s worth
Chorus
Hold my hand, we will go to hell and back
It’s so hard I know but don’t give up now
(no don’t give up now)
it’s a torture to breathe in this fiery storm
but will you share my fate once more?
Bridge
I’m not alone, hope isn't gone
I repeat as I struggle to stay alive
I believe in us, we have a chance
I whisper as the ashes blind my eyes
don’t turn away, stay here with me
though it feels our world is torn apart
i know for sure, this suffering
will end, we’ll get a brand new start
Chorus
Hold my hand, we will go to hell and back
It’s so hard I know but don’t give up now
(no don’t give up now)
it’s a torture to breathe in this fiery storm
but will you share my fate once more?
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4. |
The Shining Path
04:33
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Verse 1
When did I step off the road where I thought I belong?
I ended up in this world which I know nothing of
With people around I feel alone
I need to get out, need to clear my thoughts
I wanna find my way home, nothing more
Pre-chorus
I’m too tired and thinking is hard
but my mind is torn apart
I need to get up and try to escape
so I walk across this barren land
Chorus
where is the shining path
that brings the light to my life and erases the darkness?
I pull myself onto my feet
my mind’s made up I know that I don’t wanna stay here
what will I choose to fight or to flee?
Verse 2
I can not accept defeat, with broken bones and broken will
I’m still strong enough to overcome my fear
the fear that I will lose myself when I try to leave this place
but I will keep moving leaving no remains
Pre-chorus
I’m awake but my mind is a mess
so much struggle I can’t face
I’ll fight through the pain and try to escape
so I walk across this barren land
Chorus
where is the shining path
that brings the light to my life and erases the darkness?
I pull myself onto my feet
my mind’s made up I know that I don’t wanna stay here
what will I choose to fight or to flee?
Bridge
Across this valley I will walk
and welcome the unknown into my heart and soul
(and let the mystery unfold)
The heavy clouds will disappear
giving way to the light that will be guiding me
(the shining path lies dead ahead now I can see)
Chorus
There is the shining path
that brings the light to my life and erases the darkness
I’m standing firmly on my feet
my mind’s made up I know that I don’t wanna stay here
I will choose to fight and not to flee
I can see the shining path
My mind’s made up I know that I don’t wanna stay here
I can see the shining path
I will choose to fight and not to fleeS
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5. |
Darkest Side Of Me
07:13
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Verse 1
Is it safe to trust yourself?
well I thought so
But there are details that stay hidden from the eye
I thought that I knew my own secrets and made my own decisions
but there’s something in the dark
affecting my mind
It brings out the worst in me
and devours me from the inside
it feels like all the anger and hatred
are overwhelming my heart
and the only way to set myself free
would be just to let it all out
So I imagine the world in flames
and I don’t feel regret
Chorus
The darkest side of me
that I hoped I’d never see
it emerges from nowhere, it drives me insane
I don’t recognise myself…
Verse 2
there’s a place deep in my soul
I wish I never came to know
there are monsters and they mock me, tell me I am weak
So I wanna prove them wrong
and I fall into their arms
darkness covers me and I feel incredibly strong
So my heart begins to race
bringing my blood to a boil
I feel that I’m starting to fall apart
and get lost in my darkest thoughts
all the screams I keep hearing inside
they bring clarity to my head
I don’t wanna leave, it makes me complete
feels like I belong in here
Chorus
The darkest side of me
that I hoped I’d never see
it emerges from nowhere, it drives me insane
I don’t recognise myself
is this a part of me,
someone I wanna be?
It’s killing me slowly I don’t wanna die
I need to find a way out
is there someone to help,
to see that I’m afraid?
I’m scared of the creature that I have become
I can’t go on like that
Bridge
I really tried to hide it within me
because it ruins my life completely
I tried to close my eyes for an instant
like it never existed
I wanna have control over my life
wake up and leave this madness behind
to see the light replacing the darkness
not letting it harm us
Chorus
The darkest side of me
that I hoped I’d never see
it emerges from nowhere, it drives me insane
I don’t recognise myself
is this a part of me,
someone I wanna be?
It’s killing me slowly I don’t wanna die
I need to find a way out
is there someone to help,
to see that I’m afraid?
I’m scared of the creature that I have become
I can’t go on like that
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6. |
Redeem Myself
04:31
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Verse 1
Cry
but no one will hear
my mistakes are weighing me down
Run
and return here
watch the world passing me by
Pain
I deserve it
I was not prepared for a failure
Shame
I’ve brought onto myself
it doesn’t let me breathe
Pre-chorus
I only ask for another chance
I’m sick from knowing I let myself down
it feels like everyone’s against me
I will keep fighting before I drown
Chorus
And now I know where I wanna be
Not falling low and not breaking this time
And you won’t hear an apology
Forgetting my faults won’t make me stronger so
I’m gonna thrive in my misery
I’ll be the one to choose what is right
I only ask for another try
to redeem myself and start another life
Verse 2
Dark
is my future
if I don’t step onto the right path
Time
I don’t have much of
Can’t waste it anymore
Ache
I took a hit now
but it urged me to wake up and focus
Blame
the blame is mine now
And I’m ready to accept
Pre-chorus
I only ask for another chance
I’m sick from knowing I let myself down
it feels like everyone’s against me
I will keep fighting before I drown
Chorus
And now I know where I wanna be
Not falling low and not breaking this time
And you won’t hear an apology
Forgetting my faults won’t make me stronger so
I’m gonna thrive in my misery
I’ll be the one to choose what is right
I only ask for another try
to redeem myself and start another life
Bridge
I wanna start another life
Chorus/outro
I only wanted to believe in myself
While everybody stood still and kept laughing
If I could try again I’m sure I wouldn’t fail
I’ve paid my price and I’m ready for anything
Chorus alt./outro
And now I know where I wanna be
Not falling low and not breaking this time
And you won’t hear an apology
Forgetting my faults won’t make me stronger so
I’m gonna thrive in my misery
I’ll be the one to choose what is right
I only ask for another try
I wanna try a different life
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7. |
Godspeed
05:00
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Verse 1
Distant places are calling you
and their voices they fill your mind
they whisper there is still something new
if you stay here you won’t find out
you decide that it’s time to leave
time to change but you’re still afraid
but inside you know you believe
that you’ll find what you seek
Pre-chorus
You will have my thoughts with you
wherever you are
and I wish you to stay true
to all of your plans
I know it’s hard to go alone
but my faith in you is strong
Be certain that if you feel lost
you can come back where you belong
Chorus
Godspeed my friend
Have wind on your side
to help you find your way
to help you survive
I won’t say goodbye
‘cause I know for sure
you’ll be safe and sound
and you will return
Verse 2
You won’t show any signs of doubt
I have known you for long enough
you’re determined, your mind’s made up
roam the world free from your ties
you have watched the stars at night
wishing you could be this free
nothing’s holding you back at last
you’ve escaped to your world of dreams
Alt.pre-chorus
Even though I know I’ll miss you
I let you go with peace in my heart
Because I promised you that I won’t let you down
I wish that I could join you but I understand
you need to do this alone
I wish you luck, I know you’ll be back,
this day will come
Chorus
Godspeed my friend
Have wind on your side
to help you find your way
to help you survive
I won’t say goodbye
‘cause I know for sure
you’ll be safe and sound
and I know you’ll return
Outro Chorus
Godspeed my friend
Have wind on your side
to help you find your way
to help you survive
I won’t say goodbye
‘cause I know for sure
you’ll be safe and sound
and I know I know I know you’ll return
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8. |
Be Here For Me
05:03
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Verse 1
Everybody says no one’s ever returned
from the depths of the underworld
But my pain is so strong and I’m burning with anger,
And I’m ready to do anything
just to bring you back into this life,
and to stop this agony
Pre-chorus
I cannot calm my inner demons
‘cause they remind me of my loss
I can’t put up with all these feelings
in this I am weak and it’s my curse
Chorus
why did this world take you from me?
You were the one to keep me going
I’m blind to see although it’s clear
I shouldn’t question fate it’s obvious
My cries will just resound in the dark
and silence will become my answer
no matter how I beg and plead
no one is getting second chances
Verse 2
and this wound I just can’t heal
It keeps on bleeding every day
taking pieces of my life away
Wish I knew some other truth
that meant there is another way
there is some kind of afterlife in the end
where things are not falling apart
what’s broken can be fixed in the blink of an eye
where what is close to you never leaves
and a better place really exists
And not just in my dreams
Pre-chorus
I cannot calm my inner demons
‘cause they remind me of my loss
I can’t put up with all these feelings
in this I’m weak and it’s my curse
Chorus
So why did this world take you from me?
You were the one to keep me going
I’m blind see although it’s clear
I shouldn’t question fate it’s obvious
My cries will just resound in the dark
and silence will become my answer
no matter how I beg and plead
no one is getting second chances
No one is getting second chances
Bridge
How can I stay alive
when the most important part of me is dead?
And even if I try so hard
this ache will never go away
I wish I could go back in time
to do some things differently
and maybe that way could have worked
and you would still be here for me
you would still be here for me
Chorus
So why did this world take you from me?
You were the one to keep me going
I cannot see although it’s so clear
I shouldn’t question fate it’s obvious
My cries will just resound in the dark
and silence will become my answer
no matter how I beg and plead
no one is getting second chances
Alternative chorus/outro
Why did this world take you from me?
I can’t see clear, I can’t see clear
I wanna stop this agony
I’ve lost a part of me, I’ve lost a part of me
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9. |
Walk In The Dark
04:41
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Verse 1
Restless,
you watch the night fall
Reckless
to think you’re in control
Darkness
will devour it all
You’ll get blind to the truth that you seek
taken over by these empty fears
Pre-chorus
shadows leading you away
from the beauty of the day
disappearing in the distance
there is still a glimpse of hope
Chorus
In this silent moment
realise you’re not lost
to the faceless monsters of night
be the dream you’re dreaming
find the answers you’re seeking
just believe and you’ll see in the dark
Verse 2
we are
led to believe
there is
no more air left to breathe
we’re all just characters in someone’s nightmare
trying to escape the maze they made
Pre-chorus
shadows leading you away
from the beauty of the day
disappearing in the distance
there is still a glimpse of hope
Chorus
In this silent moment
realise you’re not lost
to the faceless monsters of night
be the dream you’re dreaming
find the answers you’re seeking
just believe and you’ll see in the dark
Bridge
Darkness makes you blind to the truth that you seek
Darkness makes you blind
Darkness makes you blind to the truth that you seek
Darkness makes you blind
when you walk in the dark
Bridge 2
Stop following the shadows, you’re losing your way
don’t fall into their arms, you’ll never get away
You’re separated from the world, just open your eyes
to see the things that have been left behind
Chorus
In this silent moment
realise you’re not lost
to the faceless monsters of night
be the dream you’re dreaming
find the answers you’re seeking
just believe and you’ll see in the dark
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10. |
Event Horizon
06:04
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Verse 1
Maybe we’re just like stars
somewhat distant and cold
burning bright when we’re born
fading fast when we die
now that my time has come
I’m not ready for it
There are too many thoughts
overwhelming and deep
Pre-chorus
what’s to come after?
no one’s got an answer
the fear is so crippling
but there’s no turning back
Chorus
And the dying light of life will set me free
I’ll cross the line relieved of all the suffering
Towards the setting sun I’ll fly and watch the darkness end
I’ve embraced the fate I won’t try to escape
Verse 2
There’s a lot of unknown,
something we can’t explain
so I choose to believe
‘cause it’s numbing the pain
it’s just one of those times
when you don’t have to be strong
feel the taste of your life
for the very last time
Pre-chorus
what’s to come after?
no one’s got an answer
the fear is so crippling
but there’s no turning back
‘Cause there is this force
That I have never known before
It’s pulling me closer
I know I can’t resist
Chorus
And the dying light of life will set me free
I’ll cross the line relieved of all the suffering
Towards the setting sun I’ll fly and watch the darkness end
I’ve embraced the fate I won’t try to escape
Bridge
Let the life flash before my eyes
and let go of all the regrets
I’ve done enough, there’s no going back
and it’s something I can now accept
I stayed true to my own beliefs
There’s no hatred in my heart
This final moment is given to me
to find the peace inside my mind
Chorus
And the dying light of life will set me free
I’ll cross the line relieved of all the suffering
Towards the setting sun I’ll fly and watch the darkness end
I’ve embraced the fate I won’t try to escape
It’s the finish line, the point of no return
No more burdens left, I’m free to go
When the day becomes the night I’ll turn away
towards the setting sun I will go and not come back again
Alt.chorus
And the dying light of life will set me free
(I’ve found my peace)
I’ll cross the line relieved of all the suffering
(I’ve found my peace)
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Lodestar Vancouver, British Columbia
Lodestar are a 2-piece Canadian Doom/Gothic Metal studio band which formed in 2020 . Kate Glock takes lead vocals and synth. While Jensen Rodolfo takes on the role as the guitar player, while also doing the bass and drums. Together they create a style of music, combining genres such as Doom Metal, Gothic Metal, and of Hard Rock, to bring something that is moody, atmospheric and emotional. ... more
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