VNV Nation Lyrics, Meaning & Videos

Publish date: 2024-05-05

Chrome
VNV Nation Lyrics


Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴  Line by Line Meaning ↴A million faces, each a million lies
For each and all a chrome disguise
Prompts for action force reaction
Embody promise in a sheen so pure
Hurt, the measure of blind ambition
The testament to your singular disease
Against all wisdom you heed no warning
Your desires giving you away
If I could change your mind
I wouldn't save you from the path you wander
In desperation dreams any soul can set you free
And I still hear you scream
In every breath, in every single motion
Burning innocence the fire to set you free

Your actions turn conquest to dust
In portents of fate you foolishly place trust
Sense fear in your broken breathing
Resort to shadows till your body expires
All creation has the promise of heaven
And still you travel the road to hell
I'm saying nothing for the good of myself
But I'm still talking and you're not listening

As night descends upon the city
The streets are cold, the lights go by
And in the stories of the people
A million faces, a million lies
They'll never say they feel what you feel
That they can see the world you see

And in their faces, their expressions
A million faces, a million lies


Overall Meaning

The song "Chrome" by VNV Nation is essentially a commentary on the superficiality and emptiness of modern society. The first verse describes how people wear a "chrome disguise" and project false personas to the world, which prompts others to take action and react accordingly. The chorus suggests that the singer has tried to help someone break free from this pattern of behavior, but to no avail - the person is still trapped by their blind ambition and desires. The second verse goes on to condemn this senseless pursuit of power and conquest, which ultimately leads to a hollow existence and a journey towards damnation. The final verse goes back to the idea of the "million faces" - each person is unique, but they are all united by the lie they project to the world.


The chorus of "Chrome" is particularly interesting because of the ambiguity surrounding it. It's not entirely clear who the singer is talking to, or what he means by "If I could change your mind, I wouldn't save you from the path you wander." Is he talking to someone specific, or is he just making a general observation about society? Is he suggesting that breaking free from the cycle of ambition and desire is impossible? There are no clear answers, leaving the listener to draw their own conclusions. With its atmospheric synthesizer chords and pulsing drum beat, "Chrome" is a haunting and evocative track that captures the darker side of human nature.


Line by Line Meaning

A million faces, each a million lies
There are countless people that lie or live in falsehood.


For each and all a chrome disguise
They hide behind a glossy mask to conceal their faults and blemishes.


Prompts for action force reaction
The circumstances that arise suggests an inevitable reaction.


Embody promise in a sheen so pure
They exhibit a shining quality that seems to hold good things in store for them.


Hurt, the measure of blind ambition
The damage done is a direct result of their reckless, single-minded pursuit of their goals.


The testament to your singular disease
Their affliction is evident and impacts themselves and others.


Against all wisdom you heed no warning
They ignore advice and caution from others, even if it may be crucial to their success or survival.


Your desires giving you away
Your true intentions and wants betray you, revealing your character.


If I could change your mind
Given the chance, I would try to influence your thinking and choices.


I wouldn't save you from the path you wander
I would not prevent you from continuing on with your own journey, even if it leads to distress.


In desperation dreams any soul can set you free
One's imagination and yearning can liberate them from a rigid mentality or confining situation.


And I still hear you scream
You are still grappling with your internal conflicts and demons, and it is evident in your actions and speech.


In every breath, in every single motion
Your angst is palpable in every movement and gesture you make.


Burning innocence the fire to set you free
The loss of your innocence and naivety is what spurs you on to seek liberation and fulfillment.


Your actions turn conquest to dust
Your behavior sabotages your own chances of success or satisfaction.


In portents of fate you foolishly place trust
You follow superstitions or beliefs that are unreliable, possibly leading to harmful outcomes.


Sense fear in your broken breathing
You display fear in your physiological responses, indicating a distressing situation or thought pattern.


Resort to shadows till your body expires
You hide in the darkness and obscurity until the end of your life, without confronting or overcoming your troubles.


All creation has the promise of heaven
The world or universe is abundant and full of potential for happiness and peace.


And still you travel the road to hell
Despite the opportunity for positive outcomes, you persist in pursuing a destructive or detrimental path.


I'm saying nothing for the good of myself
I am choosing not to speak up for my own sake, such as to avoid conflict or harm.


But I'm still talking and you're not listening
Although I am expressing myself, you are not taking my words or perspective into account.


As night descends upon the city
As the day turns into night and darkness engulfs the urban landscape,


The streets are cold, the lights go by
The atmosphere is bleak and the surroundings are lackluster.


And in the stories of the people
Through the narratives and experiences of those around us,


A million faces, a million lies
We realize that there are countless individuals that are dishonest or delusional.


They'll never say they feel what you feel
Even if others cannot empathize with your emotions or perspective,


That they can see the world you see
It is still possible for them to acknowledge or validate your experiences.


And in their faces, their expressions
Through their body language and nonverbal cues,


A million faces, a million lies
We see that many people hide behind a facade or put on a show rather than show their true selves.


Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: CHRIS STEIN, DEBORAH HARRY

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