Cenotaph Lyrics
[Verse 1]
At the top of the mountain
Right there where it tips and connects with the night sky
Reach it with me
In the grave of the ocean
Right there where it dips and connects with the fire
Burning with me
[Pre-Chorus]
The ashes of memories
Buried
Are blowing
Blowing in the wind
[Chorus]
Through the sensations
On through the storms
Like you used to be
Wherever I go
You’re always there
Riding next to me
[Verse 2]
At the heart of the city
Right there where it glows and explodes into colour
Devour with me
In the heat of the moment
Right here where it feels like I’m actually living
You are with me
[Pre-Chorus]
The ashes of memories
Buried
Are blowing
Blowing in the wind
[Chorus]
Through the sensations
On through the storms
Like you used to be
Wherever I go
You’re always there
Riding next to me
[Bridge]
Wherever I go
You’re always there
Riding next to me
[Chorus]
Through the sensations
On through the storms
Like you used to be
Wherever I go
You’re always there
Riding next to me
[Outro]
To me
Next to me
Next to me
Summary of this Song Lyrics
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Ghost’s “Cenotaph” song paints a vivid emotional journey through powerful natural imagery and metaphor. It explores the deep connection between two people, where one person’s presence continues to be felt even after separation, perhaps due to loss or distance. The lyrics evoke vast landscapes—the mountain, the ocean, the city—to reflect the intensity and depth of the narrator’s feelings. These places represent moments of beauty, pain, and passion that were once shared.
The recurring theme of memories being like ashes blown in the wind suggests that the past, though buried, still lingers and shapes the present. The chorus emphasizes the lasting emotional presence of the other person, portraying them as a constant companion “riding next to me,” symbolizing support, love, or perhaps the weight of memory.
The song captures a sense of longing, resilience, and emotional endurance. Whether facing storms or moments of clarity, the narrator feels accompanied by this invisible presence. Ultimately, it’s a tribute to someone whose impact remains deeply embedded in the narrator’s life, no matter where they go. The lyrics combine emotional vulnerability with poetic storytelling, creating a heartfelt expression of love, memory, and the lingering presence of someone who once meant everything.
Album – Skeletá (2025) [Tracklist]
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1. Peacefield
2. Lachryma
3. Satanized
4. Guiding Lights
5. De Profundis Borealis
6. Cenotaph
7. Missilia Amori
8. Marks of the Evil One
9. Umbra
10. Excelsis
Cenotaph (MV)
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Audio Credits & Details
Artist : Ghost
Album : Skeletá
Lyricists : Vincent Pontare, Tobias Forge, Salem Al Fakir
Musicians : Gene Walker, Fat Max Gsus
Label : Loma Vista Recordings
Genre: Rock
Date: April 25, 2025