The Human Equation, by Ayreon (rock opera album, 2004)
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expmachine !
Me:
Is this a dream or is it real?
Reason:
Sometimes the dream becomes reality
Me:
But I don't know what to feel
Reason:
Then I will guide you through this haze
Me:
But who are you, why are you here?
Reason:
I am you and you are all of us
Me:
I can't think, my mind ain't clear
Blurb: (taken from Arjen's website) A man lies comatose in hospital after a terrible car accident. The accident was bizarre: it happened in broad daylight with no other cars in sight. The man’s wife and his best friend are keeping a bedside vigil, trying to understand how the accident happened, and hoping for any sign of recovery. Unable to communicate with the outside world, the man finds himself trapped in a strange realm where his emotions — most of which he’s repressed for a long time — have come to life to confront him with all the choices he has made in his life — and their consequences.
Why is it worth your time?: The majority of the song's go revisit's the main character's memories with his personified emotions talking along the way. While emotions, they'll converse with each other and agree/disagree on what to do and give input on memories. The album is like a radio drama but with flute solos.
Plural Tags: nonswitching, abuse not mentioned, voices
Accessibility Notes: Lyrics can be found online. Available for 8 Euros on Bandcamp!
expmachine !Me:
Is this a dream or is it real?
Reason:
Sometimes the dream becomes reality
Me:
But I don't know what to feel
Reason:
Then I will guide you through this haze
Me:
But who are you, why are you here?
Reason:
I am you and you are all of us
Me:
I can't think, my mind ain't clear
Blurb: (taken from Arjen's website) A man lies comatose in hospital after a terrible car accident. The accident was bizarre: it happened in broad daylight with no other cars in sight. The man’s wife and his best friend are keeping a bedside vigil, trying to understand how the accident happened, and hoping for any sign of recovery. Unable to communicate with the outside world, the man finds himself trapped in a strange realm where his emotions — most of which he’s repressed for a long time — have come to life to confront him with all the choices he has made in his life — and their consequences.
Why is it worth your time?: The majority of the song's go revisit's the main character's memories with his personified emotions talking along the way. While emotions, they'll converse with each other and agree/disagree on what to do and give input on memories. The album is like a radio drama but with flute solos.
Plural Tags: nonswitching, abuse not mentioned, voices
Accessibility Notes: Lyrics can be found online. Available for 8 Euros on Bandcamp!