The song explores the human struggle with the passage of time, focusing on themes of mortality, regret, and the weight of the past. It presents time as an inescapable force that shapes existence, haunting us with memories of lost moments and the inevitability of death. The cinematic and haunting musical direction amplifies this sense of existential tension, blending introspection with urgency.

The core message is a reflection on how we grapple with time’s relentless march. The lyrics suggest that people often fear the future and death, but the real loss lies in the past—moments, dreams, and opportunities that have already slipped away. The song urges listeners to confront this reality, let go of lingering regrets, and embrace the present as the only true moment of existence. The rap verse and bridge emphasize a shift toward acceptance, encouraging resilience and mindfulness ("Only now exists") to find peace amidst time’s haunting presence. The recurring motif of being "haunted by time" underscores the tension between clinging to the past and living fully in the present.

Haunted by Time

The core message of "Break Before I'm Broken" is a poignant reflection on the self-inflicted suffering caused by anticipatory anxiety and fear of an uncertain future. The song explores the human tendency to torment oneself with imagined scenarios and potential pain that may never materialize, highlighting how worry can become a "poison" that consumes the present. It conveys the struggle of being trapped in a cycle of dread, fighting battles in the mind before they occur, and living "nightmares" that are not yet real. The rap verse intensifies this by depicting the emotional weight of carrying these fears, while the bridge, with its female vocalist, offers a moment of clarity, urging the listener to embrace the present and let go of the need to control or fear the future. Ultimately, the song encourages breaking free from the prison of preemptive suffering, advocating for living fully in the moment and finding peace by releasing the burdens of what has not yet come.

Before It’s Real

RoadRunner (I'm Flying)

More Important

DEAD OR ALIVE

Ghosts Of Venice

No matter which side you are on this was messed up and we should be using words not bullets.

What Happened (RIP Charlie)

Desires

We were Born for the Battle ⚔️ — forged in faith, built from pain, and ready to fight through every storm.
This one hits deep — heavy riffs, growled verses, and an anthem for every soul that refuses to bow.
Turn it up loud and remember: your scars don’t define you — they prove you survived.

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Born For The Battle

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In a world built on centuries of deception… one man is about to learn the truth behind everything he was taught to believe.

This is the AI-reimagined version of a song written over 30 years ago — now transformed into a cinematic prelude to the 2027 album A Human Odyssey.

When a mysterious Nordic alien emerges from the shadows, a 50-year-old man in a leather jacket — accompanied by a loyal companion — is confronted with a revelation that will shatter the foundations of human history. She unveils a devastating truth: the religions of mankind were crafted not by gods, but by men seeking control.

As ancient temples burn around them, she promises to tear down the lies, expose the architecture of the universe, and reveal the role every human soul was born to play.
In this moment of cosmic reckoning, he is forced to face the one truth that binds all beings — harm inflicted on another only echoes back to the self.

This AI version offers a dramatic glimpse into the story…
The official 2027 release will deliver the full production — evolved, powerful, with Chandler's own unique vocals and reshaped for a new era.

This is where the odyssey begins.

A TEMPLE OF LIES

[Verse 1]
Have we lost their patience
And are we lost to space and time
Could we see through darkness
As I knelt, she turned and then whispered to me

[Chorus]
I'll burn down the temple of lies for you
Your darkness will then fade away
And you will then soon realise, your place in this life
The part that your soul needs to play
If you were to hurt me, it hurts you too
For we are all one and the same
And you will then break down and cry
When you realise, how broken your world is today
But I still love you

[Instrumental]

[Verse 2]
Will you show your mercy
Can you light our way home
We are lost and broken
As I cried, she turned and then whispered to me

[Chorus]
I'll burn down the temple of lies for you
Your darkness will then fade away
And you will then soon realise, your place in this life
The part that your soul needs to play
If you were to hurt me, it hurts you too
For we are all one and the same
And you will then break down and cry
When you realise, how broken your world is today
But I still love you

[Bridge]
We gave you a world of beauty
We gave you the sky so blue
An ocean that's full of wonder
Our love for you so strong and true
You pulled down the sky around you
You sacrificed all we gave
So what is there left to save here
How broken your world is today

[Chorus]
I'll burn down the temple of lies for you
Your darkness will then fade away
And you will then soon realise, your place in this life
The part that your soul needs to play
If you were to hurt me, it hurts you too
For we are all one and the same
And you will then break down and cry
When you realise, how broken your world is today
But I still love you

A Temple of Lies

Temple of Lies

Winnipeg composer, retired from the farm, still chasing meaning in melody. My work lives where TV cues meet YouTube soundscapes, with a few albums in between. Built in Mixcraft Pro, fuelled by late-night coffee, stubborn curiosity, and a Stoic’s sense of timing. Also writing on politics, history, and philosophy, because sound isn’t my only instrument.

Haunted by Time

Wayne Mathison