En apparance

Song Meaning

The lyrics paint a grim picture of certain individuals, labeled as "idiots" and "pathetic barkers," who ascend to prominence despite their perceived flaws. Their bitterness is presented as a driving force, ironically leading to a "contagious" success. This success, however, is depicted as a life of "muddy" existence, carrying both victims and followers, regardless of political affiliation. The narrator observes a disturbing lack of distinction between the sacred and the profane in their actions, suggesting a shared, mortal reality beneath any facade. The central tension lies in the stark contrast between the outward appearance of success or influence and the internal decay or moral bankruptcy described. These figures are characterized as "future corpses living with leprosy," yet they manage to command attention and achieve a form of elevation. The lyrics question the nature of their "holiness," which seems to dissipate into "confusion" and "bewilderment," ultimately dissolving into the mundane fabric of the "republic" and the "firmament." The most striking aspect is the recurring motif of decay and superficiality, culminating in the repeated phrase "En Apparence." This suggests that their entire existence, their rise to power, and their perceived sanctity are merely superficial displays. The lyrics imply that beneath the surface, there is a shared mortality and a common ground of deceit, where "everything is mortal, everything is common."