Traitor
Tarot Lyrics

The lyrics to Tarot's song "Traitor" speak to the internal struggles one faces in the midst of a battle, whether physical or mental. The first half of the lyrics encourage the listener to withstand the punishment and difficulties that come with fighting, whether on the battlefield or in one's own mind. The lines "The battles are fought outside" and "The war is in the head" suggest that true battles are not necessarily physical and can happen on a much deeper level. The repetition of "Hundred lashes!" seems to symbolize the harshness of these battles, and the phrase "Walk proud to the pole" may suggest facing your punishment head-on and with dignity.

The second half of the song becomes more aggressive and sings in second person, telling the listener "I won't stand your cowering" and "Your self-pity disgusts me." The phrase "You're a traitor...to your species" may be a reference to the mental anguish that can come with feeling isolated and alone during a battle. The singer's desire for secrecy and control is revealed with the line "I want my secrets kept," suggesting that they have important information that they don't want to be revealed. The phrase "You kneel, I accept" could symbolize surrendering to the singer's power and allowing them to maintain their control.