This song is the first single off Northlane’s upcoming album currently known as “NL7”
The meaning of the song isn’t officially known, however Polaris tweeted Dante’s announcement, claiming “this one is a special one” alongside Northlane’s Guitarist Josh Smith stating that, to him, it’s “the most im...
[Verse 1]
A war below that can't be seen
Fathoms deep, the mortal shell grows tired
Irrational or pre-determined destiny
Serenity, compulsion crossing wires
[Chorus]
I hate the silent reminders of nothing but heartache
Who's to decide what is right when your choice was cathartic?
I can't forget what I regret
But I accept my punishment
I can't forget our disconnect
The things that we love just hurt us in the end
[Verse 2]
These memories are transient
Could anything have really made a difference?
Could open arms change fractured minds?
Shatter forced perspectives?
Do you still slip through my fingers?
[Chorus]
I hate the silent reminders of nothing but heartache
Who's to decide what is right when your choice was cathartic?
I can't forget what I regret
But I accept my punishment
I can't forget our disconnect
The things that we love just hurt us in the end
[Bridge]
I hate the silent reminders of heartache
I hate the silent reminders of heartache
[Chorus]
I hate the silent reminders of nothing but heartache
Who's to decide what is right when your choice was cathartic?
I can't forget what I regret
But I accept my punishment
I can't forget our disconnect
The things that we love just hurt us in the end
[Outro]
I hate the silent reminders of heartache
I hate the silence
Dante was written by Jonathon Deiley & Joshua Smith (Northlane) & Marcus Bridge & Nic Pettersen.
Dante was produced by Will Putney.
Marcus Bridge:
“Dante” is a song about losing someone close to us. As we try to process our grief, we are constantly asking ourselves questions, memories clouded with reminders of our loved one’s pain, wondering if there’s anything we could have done.
— via Kerrang!