The Hollow Hymn

[Verse 1] The walls whisper in tongues unseen. Blood etched names of gods, in moonlight gleam, Each step echoes where none should tread--- Turn back now... or join the dead. The air grows thick with words unsung, Dust of kings on parched tongue. No saints answer prayers in here. Only laughter, sharp and clear. A dust-choked altar, long vacant, Until two figures stir and awaken. Robed in black, heads bowed low, Uttering a name you've never known. [Chorus] Hear the voices; hollow and cold, Spoken ancient names to behold. Turning back, in your mind they cling... Join us in the hymn we sing. We’ll carve your name, In stone where many remain. No escape from this dark sacrament… Now, sing with us—in silent lament. [Verse 2] Small, dimmed candles waxing like tears, Dripped down slow over the years. No saints kneel in this cursed shrine. Only shadows... hollow voices divine. You find yourself murmuring a melody, Allured, a blur forming in your reality. Unseen forces in background make plans, It's been decided; your life now in their hands. Your whispers turning in language unknown, Fate on parchment, only for you alone. No one will be there to hear your cries. Only us. Now, close your eyes... [Chorus] Hear the voices; hollow and cold, Spoken ancient names to behold. Turning back, in your mind they cling... Join us in the hymn we sing. We’ll carve your name, In stone where many remain. No escape from this dark sacrament… Now, sing with us—in silent lament. [Bridge] Others murmur, deep and grim, "Join us in this eternal hymn." You want to hesitate, But it's already too late... [Chorus] Hear the voices; hollow and cold, Spoken ancient names to behold. Turning back, in your mind they cling... Join us in the hymn we sing. We’ll carve your name, In stone where many remain. No escape from this dark sacrament… Now, sing with us—in silent lament.