Atonement
7 Generations Lyrics
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The lyrics of "Atonement" by 7 Generations speaks about the struggle between different cultural and religious beliefs. The singer of the song declares that they are ready to stand against the dominant culture and religion, even if it means being cast into flames. The lyrics also suggest a sense of frustration with the cycle of violence and cultural assimilation that has been happening for too long. The singer argues that the dominant culture has caused too much destruction and genocide, and that there is no holy word or prayer that can wipe these things clean. Instead, the singer calls for those who have caused destruction to burn in hell, as they have earned it through their actions.
The lyrics of "Atonement" can be interpreted as a call for resistance against cultural assimilation and violence. The singer of the song is willing to go to extreme lengths to stand against the dominant culture, even if it means facing punishment and pain. The lyrics also express anger and frustration with the history of violence and destruction that has taken place, suggesting that those who have caused harm should be held accountable for their actions. Overall, "Atonement" is a powerful call for justice and recognition of cultural differences.
Line by Line Meaning
If this is light leave me in the dark
I'd rather stay ignorant than follow a false sense of hope or comfort.
If this is salvation cast me into the flames
I'll endure the hardships, suffer just to remain true to my beliefs, to not compromise them for the sake of salvation.
And watch me smile
You may think I'm only hurting myself, but your cruelty only strengthens my resolve.
With a smile stretched across my heathen face
My defiance is not simply rebellion, but rooted in my own beliefs that reject your religion.
So there is not one ounce of doubt
My conviction in my beliefs is unwavering, even in the face of persecution.
Which side of your gates I proudly stand on
I stand outside your doctrine, and I'm not ashamed of it.
Your tides of genocide and cultural assimilation
Your history tells a story of destruction and forced homogeneity, which I refuse to be a part of.
Have crashed upon this earth for far too long
Your actions have caused great harm and damage, and it's time for that to end.
And There's not one holy word or tearful prayer
Your repentance will not erase the harm you've done, and your words and prayers are empty gestures.
To wipe clean the lineage of this empire
The legacy of genocide and cultural assimilation cannot be erased, no matter how much you may try to repent.
And if there is one thing that your church has earned
You have earned nothing but contempt and resentment through your actions.
Is that you all deserve to fucking burn
Your punishment should match the harm you've caused, and you deserve to suffer.
Burn in the hell that you made
The consequences of your actions will come back to haunt you.
Burn in the hell you created
You created a world of pain and suffering, and now you must bear the consequences.
Burn in hell
Your punishment is just, and you deserve it.
Contributed by Lucy L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.