* Adam Drucker (Doseone), Jeffery Logan (Jel), and Dax Pierson (collectively Themselves)
* Markus Acher, Micha Acher, and Martin Gretschmann (from The Notwist).
13 & God have released one self-titled album. A limited-run Japan-only live album was released in 2008.
Men Of Station
13 & God Lyrics
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We are troubled men just the same
But we're not as hell as you
We are men of station
We are troubled men just the same
But we're not as hell as you
As hell as you
We are men of station
We are troubled men just the same
But we're not as hell as you
We are men of station
We are troubled men just the same
But we're not as hell as you
But we're not as hell as you
But we're not as hell as you
But we're not as hell as you
The song "Men of Station" by 13 & God speaks to the idea of societal hierarchy and the judgment that comes with it. The repeated phrase "We are men of station" highlights the privilege and power that comes with being part of the upper echelons of society. However, the following line "We are troubled men just the same" hints at the fact that even those with privilege and power are not immune to struggles and difficulties.
The final line "But we're not as hell as you" is especially interesting as it speaks to the idea of judgment and comparison. Even those in positions of power and privilege, who may have traditionally been seen as "better" or more successful, are still judged and compared to others. The use of the word "hell" implies that those lower down in the societal hierarchy are seen as inferior or even evil.
Overall, the song uses the repetition of the phrase "We are men of station" to comment on societal hierarchy and the way judgment and comparisons exist even within those upper echelons.
Line by Line Meaning
We are men of station
We hold a certain social status
We are troubled men just the same
However, we are still burdened with personal issues and struggles like anyone else
But we're not as hell as you
Yet, we are not as terrible or wicked as you are
As hell as you
Comparable to your level of evil or depravity
But we're not as hell as you
Nonetheless, we do not descend to your depths of wickedness
But we're not as hell as you
We may not be perfect, but we are not as morally corrupt as you
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ADAM DRUCKER, DAX PIERSON, JEFFREY LOGAN, MARKUS ACHER, MARTIN GRETSCHMANN, MICHAEL ANTON ACHER
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Graeme Finn
Brilliant live 13 and God. Incredible Artistic content, one of the great collaborations.
Crown Shyness
Probably it will not reach you,
but thank you a lot for these reduced lines, hitting my core and giving me some kind of comfort in taking my time. Means a lot!
Arne Psczolla
great song .. great album .. thx for upload
Aaron Rimstidt
Was given this album in maybe 2005 by a guy who got it from his brother and lord knows where he got it from. Thankful I was fortunate enough to hear this song it's one of my all time favorites just listening to it tonight for the first time in years. It makes me sad that more people haven't had the chance to hear this song just a real beauty of a song
Benedetta Nicolosi
Great album
Arno B
Sublime
Joe Antolak
The most meaningful places are where few walk