: As the final track of Wolves Within , it is often used as the band's closing song during live sets to maximize energy. Lyrical Themes
is the closing track from the 2013 album Wolves Within by the American progressive metalcore band After the Burial . Released through Sumerian Records , the song is widely considered a staple of the "djent" subgenre and a fan favorite in the band's live performances. Composition and Style A Wolf Amongst Ravens
: The opening lines, "Into the grey, a wolf amongst ravens," suggest a protagonist who is an outsider or a predator hiding in plain sight. : As the final track of Wolves Within
The song was composed by the band's core lineup at the time: : Vocals and lyrics. Trent Hafdahl : Lead guitar. Composition and Style : The opening lines, "Into
: The repetition of "We are lost, we are polluted" emphasizes a sense of collective or personal ruin. Key Contributors
The lyrics for "A Wolf Amongst Ravens" were written by vocalist . The song explores themes of alienation, struggle, and a descent into darkness:
: The lyrics describe a "sickness" and a "distorted creation" while pleading for freedom ("Please set me free / I will remain amongst the filth").