Discover the story of the song > Holy Water – Ed Prosek

The protagonist is feeling incomplete and burning inside. He seeks shelter from his troubles but there is no escape. He is not afraid of losing everything and just wants to find peace of mind again. The lyrics talk about how it feels to be drowned in holy water and how it burns the only thing he loves, but ultimately gives him the chance to start again. The protagonist's hands are shaking and he is searching for something he can't hold on to. His partner keeps changing and the silence proves that she never needed him the way he needed her. He is not afraid because he has given everything and has nothing left to lose except for the shame. The lyrics mention hearing a voice when he has fallen and an open heart that let him in. But when he looks up to the heavens, there is nothing but the sound of the wind. Overall, the lyrics convey a message of struggle, sacrifice, and the opportunity for a fresh start.