: As the final track of Wolves Within , it is often used as the band's closing song during live sets to maximize energy. Lyrical Themes
: The lyrics describe a "sickness" and a "distorted creation" while pleading for freedom ("Please set me free / I will remain amongst the filth").
: The song is played at 136 Beats Per Minute (BPM) with a
: Rhythm guitar (Lowe was a co-founder who tragically passed away in 2015). Dan Carle : Drums. Lerichard "Lee" Foral : Bass. Critical and Fan Reception
: The repetition of "We are lost, we are polluted" emphasizes a sense of collective or personal ruin. Key Contributors
is the closing track from the 2013 album Wolves Within by the American progressive metalcore band After the Burial . Released through Sumerian Records , the song is widely considered a staple of the "djent" subgenre and a fan favorite in the band's live performances. Composition and Style
The song was composed by the band's core lineup at the time: : Vocals and lyrics. Trent Hafdahl : Lead guitar.
: The opening lines, "Into the grey, a wolf amongst ravens," suggest a protagonist who is an outsider or a predator hiding in plain sight.