Discover the story of the song > Ash Wednesday – Elvis Perkins

The lyrics talk about a person going to a place where there are tents being set up and it takes them away from their memories. They look up at the sky and hear someone say that no one will survive Ash Wednesday alive. The person describes feeling trapped and hopeless, and mentions a black and white picture of a bride and groom that makes them feel scared. They feel like everything is closing in on them, and that they are surrounded by fire. The lyrics end with the person saying that every day feels like Ash Wednesday, a day of mourning and reflection, and that they are ready to face whatever comes their way.