Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: grindcore
Song Meaning of “Forward to Annihilation” by Terrorizer
Forward to Annihilation speaks of a truth which many of us ignore: life and death, and all in between, are part of a cycle of inevitable annihilation. We are all mortal creatures, and no matter how much we resist, life will eventually come to an end.
This song brings an aching sense of regret for those of us that realize this truth but will have to watch as the years pass by and our lives fade away. The chorus speaks of how life fades away like sand, no matter how quickly we try to grab and keep it. The lyrics also emphasize that life ends no matter how much pain and suffering we’ve endured and no matter how many dreams we’ve achieved.
The song’s message serves as a reminder not to be afraid and to face our mortality with courage. By “Pushing forward to annihilation” we learn to accept and embrace death, and ultimately come to terms with our ultimate fate. It can be difficult, but in doing so, we can make life into a joyous journey even in the face of death.