The scene was the focus of controversy due to crimes committed by some of its members; two cases of murder, alleged cannibalism and over a dozen cases of arson. In addition to this, “Satanic” crimes were attributed to the black metal scene in the Norwegian media. For example, one Norwegian TV channel conducted an interview with a woman who claimed that her child was sacrificed by “Satanists”, she later claimed that they murdered her dog too.
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Contents:
[1] Suicide of Per Yngve Ohlin
[2] Helvete
[3] Black Metal Inner Circle?
[4] Church arsons and attempted arsons
[5] Murder of Øystein Aarseth
[6] Conflict with other music scenes
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[1] Suicide of Per Yngve Ohlin
On 8 April 1991, Mayhem vocalist Per Yngve Ohlin (aka ‘Dead’) committed suicide in a house shared by the band. Fellow musicians often described Ohlin as a strange and introverted person. However he was best known for his infamous performances – which involved cutting himself, carrying around a dead crow, and wearing clothes that had been buried weeks prior to the concert.
He was found with slit wrists and a shotgun round to the head, by Mayhem guitarist Øystein Aarseth (aka ‘Euronymous’). Ohlin’s suicide note read “Excuse all the blood” and included an apology for firing the weapon indoors. Before calling the police, Aarseth went to a nearby store and bought a disposable camera to photograph the corpse, after re-arranging some items. One of these photographs was later used as the cover of a bootleg live album entitled Dawn of the Black Hearts.
Eventually, rumours surfaced that Aarseth made a stew with pieces of Ohlin’s brain, and made necklaces with fragments of Ohlin’s skull. The band later denied the former rumour, but confirmed that the latter was true. Additionally, Aarseth claimed to have given these necklaces to musicians he deemed worthy. Mayhem bassist Jørn Stubberud (aka ‘Necrobutcher’) noted that “people became more aware of the [black metal] scene after Dead had shot himself … I think it was Dead’s suicide that really changed the scene.”
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[2] Helvete
During May–June 1991, Øystein ‘Euronymous’ Aarseth of the band Mayhem opened an independent record store which he called Helvete. The term Helvete is Norwegian for hell, and originates from the Norse expression hels víti, meaning the punishment of Hel. The record store was located in Oslo, Schweigaards gate 56. Several musicians in the scene frequently met in the basement of the record store, such as the members of Mayhem, the members of Emperor, Varg Vikernes of Burzum, and Snorre Ruch of Thorns. Euronymous also founded his record label Deathlike Silence Productions in its basement, releasing some of the most important Norwegian black metal recordings. Rare classic death metal records were also sold at the store. Bård Faust worked in Helvete and lived at the back of the building, and Samoth also lived there for a time. The store’s walls were painted black and decorated with medieval weapons, posters of bands, and picture discs, while its window featured a polystyrene tombstone. In summer 1993, the store was closed only months before Aarseth’s murder by Varg Vikernes of Burzum.
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[3] Black Metal Inner Circle?
Although the scene is often referred to as the “Black Metal Inner Circle” (particularly by Aarseth[citation needed]), such a term is highly disputable. Not only would it imply that some sort of cult existed at the time, the accounts about it differ strongly. The books Lucifer Rising: Sin, Devil Worship and Rock and Roll and Lords Of Chaos: The Bloody Rise of the Satanic Metal Underground both claim the existence of the “Black Metal Inner Circle”. For example, an online announcement for a film based on Lords of Chaos reads:
In an escalating unholy war, black metal bands and their obsessive fans have left a grim legacy of suicide, murder and terrorism spreading from Norway to Germany, Russia, America and beyond. The feature film will focus on the relationship between legendary figures Varg Vikernes and Euronymous and the rest of the ‘Black Circle’ as they wage war against the powers that be in their native country.
However, in his review of Lucifer Rising, Varg Vikernes denied the existence of the “Black Metal Inner Circle”, claiming:
First of all the so-called Black Circle was something Euronymous made up because he wanted to make people believe there was such a thing, but it was nonsense and never existed. The media on the other hand believed it existed for a while, but quickly stopped talking about it when they understood it was a fake rumour.
Similarly, when asked in Lords of Chaos “What was the Black Circle?”, Bård Faust replied:
It’s just a name that was invented for the people who hung out at the shop … there wasn’t anything like members and membership cards and official meetings.
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[4] Church arsons and attempted arsons
The Fantoft stave church.
Members and fans of the Norwegian black metal scene claimed responsibility for inspiring (and perpetrating) over 50 arsons directed at Christian churches between 1992–1996. Many of the buildings were hundreds of years old, and widely regarded as important historical landmarks. One of the first and most notable was Norway’s Fantoft stave church, which the police believed was destroyed by Varg Vikernes. He was found guilty for the arsons of Holmenkollen Chapel, Skjold Church and Åsane Church. To coincide with the release of Mayhem’s De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas, Vikernes and Aarseth had conspired to blow up Nidaros Cathedral, which appears on the album cover. Aarseth’s murder in August 1993 put an end to this plan and delayed the album’s release. The musicians Samoth, Faust, and Jørn Inge Tunsberg were also convicted for church arsons.
Today, opinions differ within the black metal community concerning the legitimacy of such actions. Guitarist Infernus and former vocalist Gaahl of the band Gorgoroth have praised the church burnings in interviews, with the latter also opining “there should have been more of them, and there will be more of them”. However, Necrobutcher and Kjetil Manheim of Mayhem have disapproved of the church burnings, with the latter claiming “It was just people trying to gain acceptance within a strict group (the black metal scene) … they wanted some sort of approval and status”.
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[5] Murder of Øystein Aarseth
In late January 1993, Varg Vikernes of Burzum was interviewed by a journalist from Bergens Tidende. Vikernes had requested the interview in order to gain publicity for the black metal scene and for Øystein Aarseth’s record store Helvete. However, the interview led to a police investigation and Vikernes was put under arrest for a week. Aarseth decided to close his record store due to this negative attention.
On 10 August 1993, Vikernes and Snorre Ruch travelled from Bergen to Aarseth’s apartment in Oslo. Upon their arrival a confrontation began, which ended when Vikernes fatally stabbed Aarseth. His body was found outside the apartment with twenty-three cut wounds – two to the head, five to the neck, and sixteen to the back.
It has been speculated that the murder was the result of a power struggle, a financial dispute over Burzum records, or an attempt at “out doing” the stabbing in Lillehammer. Vikernes claims that Aarseth had plotted to torture him to death and videotape the event – using a meeting about an unsigned contract as a pretext. On the night of the murder, Vikernes claims he intended to hand Aarseth the signed contract and “tell him to fuck off”, but that Aarseth attacked him first. Additionally, Vikernes defends that most of Aarseth’s cut wounds were caused by broken glass he had fallen on during the struggle.
Regardless of the circumstances, Vikernes was arrested within days, and a few months later was sentenced to 21 years in prison for both the murder and church arsons. In a controversial display, Vikernes actually smiled at the moment his verdict was read, an image that was widely reprinted in the news media. In May 1994, Mayhem finally released the album De Mysteriis Dom Sathanas, which features Aarseth on electric guitar and Vikernes on bass guitar. While granted a short leave in 2003, Vikernes attempted to escape his bonds in Tønsberg, but he was re-arrested in a stolen vehicle with various firearms.
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[6] Conflict with other music scenes
Many recall a strong rivalry between Norwegian black metal and Swedish death metal scenes. Fenriz and Tchort have noted that Norwegian black metal musicians were “fed up with the whole death metal scene” and that “death metal was very uncool in Oslo” at the time. On a number of occasions, Euronymous sent death threats to the more commercialized death metal groups in Europe. Allegedly, a group of Norwegian black metal fans even plotted to kidnap and murder certain Swedish death metal musicians.
Betrayed
Lil Xan Lyrics
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(You are now listening to a Bobby Johnson beat)
What? Yeah, aye, aye
Pop the trunk I open up I sold my soul for a good price
Outta' sight, and my hoe got talent right
Whole squad ran through that shit yikes
Ay, I'm a business man, I did my business, damn
But I'ma bend it down and I'ma lick her up, then dick her down
She gon' turn around then I'ma kick her out
She gon' talk that shit but say
How you make it up? How you fake a love?
Holy son, I was the chosen one
I'm sippin' out the grail, she don't kiss and tell
She keep my wishes well, I don't need her, well
How my enemy a friend of me?
Why y'all feed off of my energy? Like I ain't dead yet
Higher entity, foreign bitch that think she into me
Whip the foreign very viciously
Why these dudes wanna take pics with me?
She said she gay but still into me, said she gay still into me
Said that she hates that I'm in the streets
And I said that I hate that I'm in the streets
I wanna blow up and make history
And she said that she hate my Insta feed
Xans don't make you
Xans gon' take you
Xans gon' fake you
Xans gon' betray you
Xans don't make you
Xans gon' take you
Xans gon' fake you
Xans gon' betray you
And her pussy tastes like Skittles, what?
Yeah, ay, and you can really taste the rainbow, what? (hah, no)
Yo' bitch just like a Crayola (what, ay)
You can draw her on the table, flip her like some yola
Heart shaped kisses, I really miss my mistress
666, evil bitches want my mentions
Heart shaped kisses, I really miss my mistress
And it's 666, evil bitches want my mentions
Xans don't make you
Xans gon' take you
Xans gon' fake you
Xans gon' betray you
Xans don't make you
Xans gon' take you
Xans gon' fake you
Xans gon' betray you
Xans gon' fake you
Xans gon' betray you
Xans gon' take you
Xans gon' betray you
Xans gon' take you
Xans gon' take you
What, ay, what, ay
Xans gon', xans gon' take you
Yeah, Xans gon'
Xans' gon' take you
Xans' gon' take you
In Lil Xan's song "Betrayed," the lyrics describe the dangerous and addictive nature of prescription drugs, specifically Xanax. Xan opens with a mention of "selling his soul for a good price," alluding to the idea that he has sacrificed something valuable for the temporary euphoria that the drug provides. He goes on to describe his disloyal relationships with women, using graphic language to describe his sexual encounters. The chorus repeats the phrase "Xans don't make you, Xans gon' take you, Xans gon' fake you, Xans gon' betray you," highlighting the idea that Xanax is not a source of happiness or fulfillment but rather a quick fix that ultimately leads to destruction.
The lyrics of "Betrayed" reveal the sad reality of substance abuse and the cycle of addiction that individuals often find themselves in. The references to selling one's soul and being betrayed reflect the desperation and hopelessness that can come with addiction. The graphic language used in the verses can be interpreted as a way to shock the listener and draw attention to the severity of the issue at hand. Overall, the lyrics of "Betrayed" serve as a warning against the dangers of addiction and the importance of seeking help.
Line by Line Meaning
Pop the trunk I open up I sold my soul for a good price
I am willing to do anything to get ahead and make money, even if it means selling out my own values and beliefs.
Outta' sight, and my hoe got talent right
My sexual partners are skilled and attractive.
Whole squad ran through that shit yikes
My entire group has had sex with that person, which may not be socially acceptable.
Ay, I'm a business man, I did my business, damn
I am proud of my success and accomplishments, and I have no remorse for my actions to get there.
But I'ma bend it down and I'ma lick her up, then dick her down
I will perform oral sex on her before engaging in intercourse.
She gon' turn around then I'ma kick her out
After having sex, I will ask her to leave and not stay for any emotional connection.
She gon' talk that shit but say
She may criticize me or talk badly about me, but in reality, she still wants to be with me.
How you make it up? How you fake a love?
How can someone pretend to love me or repair a broken relationship?
Holy son, I was the chosen one
I believe that I am destined for greatness or success.
I'm sippin' out the grail, she don't kiss and tell
I am drinking from a prestigious cup, and my sexual partner will not gossip about our experiences.
She keep my wishes well, I don't need her, well
She knows my desires and wants, but I don't need her emotionally or romantically.
How my enemy a friend of me?
I struggle with the idea of someone I dislike being friendly towards me or having ulterior motives.
Why y'all feed off of my energy? Like I ain't dead yet
I feel drained by others who constantly demand my attention, affection, or resources as if I have nothing left to give.
Higher entity, foreign bitch that think she into me
I feel like I am part of a superior or divine group, and a foreign woman believes she is interested in me.
Whip the foreign very viciously
I am violently or aggressively driving an exotic car.
Why these dudes wanna take pics with me?
I am puzzled by the amount of attention I receive from other males who want to take pictures with me.
She said she gay but still into me, said she gay still into me
She claims to be homosexual, but she still has feelings for me.
Said that she hates that I'm in the streets
She dislikes the fact that I live a dangerous lifestyle in the streets.
And I said that I hate that I'm in the streets
I also hate being in the streets and the consequences that come with it.
I wanna blow up and make history
I desire to become successful and leave a lasting impact on society.
And she said that she hate my Insta feed
She dislikes the content I post on my Instagram account.
Xans don't make you
Taking Xanax will not create any significant positive changes to your life.
Xans gon' take you
Taking Xanax will lead you down a dangerous path.
Xans gon' fake you
Taking Xanax will create a false sense of happiness or well-being.
Xans gon' betray you
Taking Xanax will ultimately harm you and betray your trust in it as a solution.
And her pussy tastes like Skittles, what?
Her genitals have a sweet taste, similar to that of Skittles candy.
Yo' bitch just like a Crayola
Your girlfriend is very colorful and diverse in her sexual behavior.
You can draw her on the table, flip her like some yola
You can easily manipulate her into sexual positions or do whatever you want with her.
Heart shaped kisses, I really miss my mistress
I miss the passionate moments with my lover who is not my main partner.
666, evil bitches want my mentions
Satanic or evil women are attracted to me or seeking attention from me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Adrian Bruesch, Diego Leonas
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Lo-FiChillVibes
。✧*.。Music & words can change your mood。✧*.。:
You can absolutely appricate that music touches you heart - but don't listen to music with bad vibes daily yo
I truly started feel at peace when I STOPPED listening to music that have toxic context (same goes with many TV-shows/serier/movies). Because toxic words can make us have toxic thoughts. Lets surround ourselves with kind and positive words like: You are enough<3
So try to not have toxic words (in any form) in your life, instead google up some affirmations. Because if you are surrounded with toxicity, then there’s a huge risk for you to get stuck in a toxic/negative spiral where you lose your true self. In order to connect with your true self, you need to: 1) Observe, 2) Learn and 3) Act/respond
1) Observe: Observe and be aware when there’s any toxicity
2) Learn: What did you learn from it? (For example: If you listened to a song that had toxic context, then remove that song. Because it’s not the song that makes you emotional - it’s the thoughts you have while listening to it
3) Act/respond: React differently next time (For example: Don’t repeat the toxic thing, next time you don’t put on that toxic song again - instead listen to LoFi for example)
Unless we don’t learn something about the toxicity - toxic content affects our thoughts and emotions negatively, toxicity prevents us from growth and being productive (the government wants everybody fighting cause -they know if we all get along we’ll go against them-). The industries wants us brainwashed and distracted. So we need to replace these toxic patterns with healthy patterns: We need to respond and act the opposite of toxic (we need to respond and act with KINDNESS, both towards ourselves and others).
Our purpose in life is to live and learn from the mistakes and therefore make this world BETTER, KINDER and SAFER.
Instead of thinking "Why is this happening to me?" -> think "What can I learn from this?”
Peace and love.
@medalidahri7705
lil xan"s parents are still waiting for his first words.
@angelaramburuballislifepal439
Lmao
@chos64
niggas don't make you
niggas gon' take you
niggas gon' fake you
niggas gon' betray you
@17yungy
I didn't understand a word he said except Skittles and rainbow
@17yungy
2:02 wtf he said 😂😂🤣
@abbiefought2601
@@17yungy heart shapes kisses really miss my mistress😂
@Zoe-ut6jr
How is this not even 2 years old. Feels like forever ago.
@nothin12r88
The original version was on Lyrical Lemonade in August 2017
@themclamb919
Too true
@youalboi
he's kinda stopid