When the Scorpion Breathes
Alternative rock with post-hardcore influences. Distorted electric guitars play palm-muted chugging patterns in the verses and wide power chords in the chorus. A clean electric guitar with delay and reverb provides melodic atmospheric textures during the intro and verses. The bass guitar follows the kick drum with a gritty, overdriven tone. Drums feature a heavy snare and prominent crash cymbals. Male vocals transition from a melodic, clean baritone in the verses to aggressive, raspy belting in the chorus. Key of C minor. Tempo 145 BPM.
When the Scorpion Breathes
Alternative rock with post-hardcore influences. Distorted electric guitars play palm-muted chugging patterns in the verses and wide power chords in the chorus. A clean electric guitar with delay and reverb provides melodic atmospheric textures during the intro and verses. The bass guitar follows the kick drum with a gritty, overdriven tone. Drums feature a heavy snare and prominent crash cymbals. Male vocals transition from a melodic, clean baritone in the verses to aggressive, raspy belting in the chorus. Key of C minor. Tempo 145 BPM.
Lyrics
Verse 1
They said I never had it in me, a line I always believed
Two different worlds in each universe, no side calmed me
Hanging off the edge, close to falling, is what I need
If I fall, at least I know it’s once and won’t be a repeat
But now there’s your hands that rescued me
Chorus
A scorpion stings, it’s in his nature
I carry the venom, it’s in my veins
I’m full of poison, you’ll suffer in my pain
We’re breaking, we’re burning, yet neither walks away
Caught in the chaos, but I wouldn’t have it any other way
Verse 2
I never asked why you took a chance on me
Heard all the rumors, but you stayed
I let go of fear, ‘cause with you I’m safe
No more running, I’m done with the chase
Falling for you was worth the wait
You’re worth the wait
Bridge
Even in the fire, I feel you holding me
Even when I’m hiding in the shadows, you never let me leave
Don’t let me go with you, I finally breathe
I finally breathe
Chorus
A scorpion stings, it’s in his nature
I carry the venom, it’s in my veins
I’m full of poison, you’ll suffer in my pain
We’re breaking, we’re burning, yet neither walks away
Caught in the chaos, but I wouldn’t have it any other way