The Theotoxin's song "Totenruhe" (translated as "Rest in Peace") tells the story of a desolate and eerie graveyard, shrouded in heavy fog. The song describes a tombstone covered in moss and lichen, and the feeling of being surrounded by the ghosts and spirits of the deceased. The lyrics depict a scene where a person disturbs the peace of the graveyard by digging up a grave with a shovel, causing the dead to rise and dance. As the disturbed grave is hastily reburied, the solemnity and peace of the cemetery are restored. The song reflects on the concept of eternal rest, highlighting the contrast between the tranquility of the dead and the chaos of the living. It also explores the idea of death as a release from the burdens of life, painting a picture of a serene and eternal peace. Overall, "Totenruhe" conveys a haunting and macabre atmosphere, telling a story of disruption and eventual restoration of the peace of the dead.
