this was (kind of) supposed to release on 4th of February 2025 lyrics If you can't hear them: beneath the broken mirrors your presence calls a cold contempt reminder the boy that you once were fornicating memories of once a martyr arrivederci bereaved symphonies the corridors split into shapes the halls inside the house of mirrors the only path that i could take the only light that leads to my way the thickened fog envelops my lungs aluminum reflection of my face the only path that followed me to the grave the only light that lead to my way consumed by all the pressure behind the walls the mind of a pretender an unfamiliar song ash to ashes dust to dusted bodies been beheld what's the point of salvaging if you can't save yourself the corridors split into shapes the halls inside the house of mirrors the only path that i could take the only light that leads to my way the thickened fog envelops my lungs aluminum reflection of my face the only path that followed me to the grave the only light that lead to my way entia non sunt multiplicanda praeter necessitatem the undying flame upon the stars the corridors split into shapes the halls inside the house of mirrors the only path that i could take the only light that leads to my way the thickened fog envelops my lungs (my lungs) aluminum reflection of my face the only path that followed me to the grave the only light that lead to my way you can't save yourself (x3)
Billy "I" Fontaine was born in Oreland, PA, and grew up immersed in music. From an early age, he demonstrated a talent for songwriting and storytelling, drawing inspiration from personal experiences and emotional introspection. His musical style blends reflective lyrics with intricate melodies, which later defined his career. "House of Mirrors," written by Fontaine, is often described as a haunting and introspective ballad. The song explores themes of disillusionment, self-reflection, and the fleeting nature of success—paralleling the struggles and eventual dissolution of Alive. Released as a single in 2011, it quickly gained critical acclaim, with many fans and critics regarding it as one of the band's most poignant and powerful works. Fontaine's poetic lyrics and the song's somber and synthetic arrangement stood in stark contrast to Alive's earlier, more bombastic sound, symbolizing the end of an era. Though "House of Mirrors" was never performed live by the band as a complete unit, it remains a staple in retrospective discussions about their legacy. house of mirrors made by river
