Discover the story of the song > Self Defiance – Cry of the Afflicted

The protagonist in this song is feeling lost and distracted, always taking the easy way out instead of following the right path. He wonders why he has ignored clear guidance and listened to negative thoughts. But his partner is there to save him from his own flaws and misguided decisions, leading him away from darkness and towards safety. The protagonist realizes that he has strayed far from where he should be and that there is no comfort in his current situation. He asks his partner to carry him home, where he can find true comfort.