Martyr Alone - Exalt

A year sought for warmth and light

I wrapped sheets around my eyes

Breathed new sight into my mind

A strength I will belie

Entangled in your virgin dust

Rope tied vein to vein

Connect me to your failing body

So I can understand your pain

Encase me in your ribs

I’ll breathe through your hollowed spine

I’ve forgotten the warmth of the sun

But I still remember the light

My peasant crown will crumble

Under the weight of your crooked bones

My peasant skin will scar and bleed

As I am martyred alone

My peasant blood will clot and burst

As you enter my solemn home

My peasant crown will crumble

Under the weight of your crooked bones