FIEFDOM FALL is a lyrical odyssey that unravels the collapse of a personal kingdom—one built on identity, love, family, and self-perception. Each piece is a chapter in a deeply intimate narrative, capturing the pain of growing up queer, the weight of cultural expectations, and the resilience required to rise from emotional wreckage.

The album paints a vivid portrait of a life marked by conflict: the struggle to reconcile filial duty with individuality, the devastation of unfulfilled love, and the quiet ache of yearning for a sense of belonging. At its core, FIEFDOM FALL is about the destruction of the worlds we build around ourselves—those shaped by relationships, culture, and dreams—and the strength to rebuild from their ashes.

Using the rich imagery of Chinese culture—jade as a symbol of fragility and jealousy, the Great Wall as a metaphor for barriers in relationships, and the balance of yin and yang—it weaves a tapestry of introspection and emotional vulnerability. Pieces like “Filial Piety” explore the clash between personal freedom and parental expectations, while “I Don’t Think” examines the fractures of heartbreak. The album culminates in a reflection on inner peace and the enduring power of chi, leaving the listener with a bittersweet sense of closure.

In the end, FIEFDOM FALL isn’t just about destruction; it’s about transformation. It’s a raw and poetic exploration of how we face the collapse of our internal fiefdoms and find the courage to rebuild.

"Beyond the Fractured Light" is a poignant and introspective poem that explores the human search for happiness, meaning, and emotional wholeness. Through vivid imagery and metaphors, the poem delves into the complexities of the human experience, revealing the fragility and beauty of the human spirit.

A poignant and darkly comedic exploration of the human experience, 'Chaotic Probiotic' delves into the contradictions and absurdities of life. With witty wordplay and unflinching honesty, the poem lays bare the struggles of navigating a seemingly meaningless world, where laughter and despair coexist in a delicate balance.

The poem Fading Embers explores the transformation from warmth and love to coldness and despair. It delves into themes of heartbreak, betrayal, and inner turmoil, using vivid imagery to depict the emotional journey of a once lively heart turned cold. The reflection on the darkness within and the deceptive nature of appearances questions the impact of a cold heart and the deep emotional scars it leaves behind.

This is a poem I wrote in 2015 right after dealing with a major heartbreak...one of many poems I wrote during that time. When my emotions are at peak intensity I tend to write poems instead of stories. I prefer to go with the flow vs being precise with rhyme...every poem I write comes from an organic rush of adrenaline and feeling.