Pornography
:Wumpscut: Lyrics
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Like the stars and stripes of corruption
Frankenstein!
Guess what they took off the shelves
All rock music is pornography
Tug of war
The song "Pornography" by :Wumpscut: touches on themes of corruption and censorship in the music industry, specifically in relation to rock music. The first line of the song asks the listener to question what is believed about the industry and its practices. The reference to "stars and stripes" alludes to the American flag, implying that corruption is an integral part of the country's identity. The use of "Frankenstein" reinforces this idea, as the creature is a symbol of man's attempt to play God and control that which is beyond their understanding.
The second line of the song highlights the idea that certain kinds of music are being censored and removed from shelves. The use of the phrase "all rock music is pornography" suggests that these songs are being deemed inappropriate and obscene, even though there is no proof that they are in fact pornographic. This ties into the larger theme of corruption, as those in power are able to dictate what is acceptable and what is not. The final line, "tug of war," further emphasizes this power struggle between those in control and those who wish to express themselves freely.
Line by Line Meaning
What they believe?
What is the belief system of those in power?
Like the stars and stripes of corruption
The hypocrisy of the government, which symbolizes their corrupt nature
Frankenstein!
The monster that represents the twisted and manipulated creations of society
Guess what they took off the shelves
The censorship of creative works by those in power
All rock music is pornography
The false accusation that creative works with controversial themes are inherently immoral
Tug of war
The power struggle between the creators and the censors
Contributed by Evelyn K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.