Inferno (The Divine Comedy)

I crossed the border, I saw the light
I tried to reach it, but then I failed
I have to stay here, to pay my dues
Am I forgotten and lost in a ruse?

Why can't you see me?
I am next to you!
Why can't you feel me?
I am touching you!

Take my hand, show me the promised land
Let me take a look, but don't let me lose ground
Take my hand, show me the promised land
Just as visitor and not as resident of Inferno

The penitent road I had to cross
Facing all my sins, my whole life's loss
No peace of heaven, just goddamned heat
Heart-piercing cries spread the darkest seed