The Chosen Pessimist Lyrics
In Flames
Lyrics
Tell me which side I'm on
Approaching constant failure
Tell me which side I'm on
(Who is friend or foe?)
Approaching constant failure
Between love and hate
Which path to follow?
How can I keep balance in this race?
Come faith, I'm dying... slowly
In many ways I'm the burden
That divides us from the light
In many ways you're the halo
That keeps my spirit alive
Temptation, play the good or evil part
With me, you evoke the dark... away
Erase the free will, and watch me heal
Tell me which side I'm on
Approaching constant failure
Between love and hate
Which path to follow?
How can I keep balance in this race?
Come faith, I'm dying...
Bemused by trials and tribulations
If I survive, I fly from here
But as the chosen pessimist
(I carve!) Carve my name in stone
(I carve!) Carve my name in stone
Bemused by trials and tribulations
If I survive, I
Fly from here (How can I keep)
But as the chosen pessimist (Balance in this race?)
Come faith, I'm dying...
Song & Lyrics Facts
In Flames' song "The Chosen Pessimist" was released on their 2008 album, A Sense of Purpose. Written by the band's vocalist Anders Fridén and guitarist Jesper Strömblad, it is an emotional track that conveys a sense of despair and hopelessness through its lyrics.
The song features driving guitars, powerful drums and intense vocals, making it one of In Flames' most popular songs to date. It has been praised for its strong message about the struggles of life and how to cope with them.