"Unfold The Sorrow" is a dark and intense song by the Swedish death metal band Hypocrisy. The lyrics depict a deeply disturbing story of a person who is forced to make the unimaginable decision to euthanize their loved one who is suffering from a debilitating disease. The song begins by acknowledging the protagonist's realization that since the day their loved one was born, they had always hoped for a normal, disease-free life. However, the disease has taken a toll on the loved one, and they can no longer bear the pain and suffering. The protagonist asks for forgiveness for what they are about to do, as it hurts them even more to see the life of their loved one deteriorating. The chorus emphasizes the heart-wrenching nature of the decision, as the protagonist bids a final farewell to their love, acknowledging the act of taking their life. However, they believe that by ending their loved one's suffering, they are granting them peace of mind and sparing them from further pain. The lyrics take a chilling turn as the protagonist describes killing their loved one with their own hands. They imply a struggle, with the loved one trying to fight back as they grasp at their throat. The line "Father gives, the father takes, to decide it's the child's fate" suggests that the protagonist sees themselves as taking on the role of a higher power, making the decision to end their loved one's life for their own good. The song continues with a sense of overwhelming emotion and the protagonist's internal struggle, acknowledging their own overwhelming mind as they hold the lifeless body of their loved one. The lyrics plead for the loved one not to cry for them yet, perhaps implying that they may be haunted by the guilt and sorrow of their actions. Overall, "Unfold The Sorrow" explores the devastating theme of euthanasia and the moral complexities attached to it. The lyrics convey a deeply painful and emotionally distressing narrative of a person forced to make a heart-wrenching decision to end the suffering of their loved one.
