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We Are Degeneration
Atrocity Lyrics
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We are degeneration
Your downfall is our aim
We suck your brain
We bring you pain
We are desperation
Common grave diggers
Mass-murderers, fellow travellers
A self-destructive point of view
We drink your blood
We eat your heart
We are degeneration
We are transfiguration
This planet won't survive
Decadent morality
Malicious insanity, beneath dignity
A self-destructive point of view
We suck your brain
We bring you pain
We are degeneration
The song "We Are Degeneration" by Atrocity is a powerful and aggressive statement against the state of society and the human race. The lyrics are a portrayal of humanity's worst traits, such as maliciousness, destruction, and self-destruction. Atrocity personify the forces of degeneration, declaring themselves as the ones who will bring down humanity with their decay and decayed ideals. This is underscored by the chorus, which repeats the refrain, "We are degeneration."
The lyrics are written from the perspective of someone who revels in destruction and chaos, as evidenced by the lines: "Your downfall is our aim/We suck your brain/We bring you pain/We drink your blood/We eat your heart." Such allusions to cannibalism and the imagery of drink blood contribute to an overall sense of macabre malevolence. This bleak outlook is further emphasized in the lines "This planet won't survive/Decadent morality/Malicious insanity, beneath dignity," which speaks to the ultimate downfall of humanity, as it is poisoned by its own moral decay and destructive impulses.
The song ultimately provides a powerful statement on the state of humanity, painting a picture of a dark and bleak future. The lyrics use vivid and evocative language to drive home their point, portraying a society caught in the grip of its own worst impulses. The song is a call to action, urging listeners to take a closer look at the world around them and work towards creating a better future for all.
Line by Line Meaning
Degenerate!
Addressing the subject or listener as 'Degenerate'.
We are degeneration
We represent the process of declining in quality, characteristics, or morals.
Your downfall is our aim
Our goal is to see you fail or experience a sudden decline.
We suck your brain
We drain your intelligence or expertise.
We bring you pain
We cause you emotional or physical distress or suffering.
We are desperation
We represent a state of despair or hopelessness.
Leading your son to slaughter
We lead those who are young or inexperienced to their own ruin or destruction.
Common grave diggers
We are ordinary people involved in causing death or destruction.
Mass-murderers, fellow travellers
We are people who commit mass killings and other atrocities together.
A self-destructive point of view
Our way of thinking will ultimately lead to our own downfall or destruction.
We drink your blood
We metaphorically or literally consume others' vitality or essence.
We eat your heart
We metaphorically or literally take away your courage or willpower.
We are transfiguration
We represent a change in form or appearance, leading to something new or different.
This planet won't survive
The world is on a path to destruction and cannot continue.
Decadent morality
The moral values of society have declined in a negative direction.
Malicious insanity, beneath dignity
Immoral and senseless actions that are shameful or dishonorable.
A self-destructive point of view
Our way of thinking will ultimately lead to our own downfall or destruction.
We suck your brain
We drain your intelligence or expertise.
We bring you pain
We cause you emotional or physical distress or suffering.
We are degeneration
We represent the process of declining in quality, characteristics, or morals.
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