Le blason de la honte
ADX Lyrics
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Le compagnon de Jeanne
Gloires et honneurs dans les batailles
On te craint dans les campagnes
Meurtres et sévices
Bardé de fer
Pleurs et supplices
Loin de la cour, l'instinct sadique
Jeunes enfants entre tes serres
Cérémonies, prières tragiques
Du sang sur tes immenses terres
Soldat du diable
Le blason de la honte
Fièvres incurables
Le blason de la honte
Désemparé, des crimes sans nom
Les hommes te jugeront
Horrible monstre, sordide et lâche
Au Christ on voilera la face
The lyrics of ADX's song Le blason de la honte talk about a prominent historical figure, the Grand Maréchal, Duc de Bretagne, who is known for his military achievements and feared by many. However, behind his prestigious image lies a dark side where he is depicted as a sadistic killer who inflicts pain and suffering on innocent victims, especially young children. The song paints a gruesome picture of the atrocities committed by this man who is likened to a soldier of the devil, a blot on the reputation of his noble legacy.
The opening lines of the song introduce the Grand Maréchal, Duc de Bretagne as a formidable warrior who fought alongside Joan of Arc and was revered for his bravery and victories in battles. However, as the song progresses, we come to know that he was also a cold-blooded murderer who enjoyed torturing and killing his victims. The lyrics suggest that he had a sadomasochistic streak and took pleasure in causing pain to others. He is described as wearing armor and wielding weapons, indicating his power and dominance over his victims.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Le blason de la honte" which translates to "The blazon of shame" in English. This phrase implies that the Grand Maréchal's actions have brought disgrace to his name and reputation. The lyrics go on to say that his crimes will be judged by men and that he will be remembered as a monster who was both sordid and cowardly. The song ends with a reference to Jesus Christ, suggesting that even God will be ashamed of this man's actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Grand Maréchal, Duc de Bretagne
Addressing the esteemed Grand Maréchal, Duke of Brittany
Le compagnon de Jeanne
A companion of Joan of Arc
Gloires et honneurs dans les batailles
Honor and glory in battles
On te craint dans les campagnes
You are feared in the countryside
Meurtres et sévices
Murders and cruelties
Bardé de fer
Clad in iron
Pleurs et supplices
Tears and tortures
Loin de la cour, l'instinct sadique
Away from court, the sadistic instinct
Jeunes enfants entre tes serres
Young children in your grasp
Cérémonies, prières tragiques
Tragic ceremonies, prayers
Du sang sur tes immenses terres
Blood on your vast lands
Soldat du diable
Soldier of the devil
Le blason de la honte
The emblem of shame
Fièvres incurables
Incurable fevers
Le blason de la honte
The emblem of shame
Désemparé, des crimes sans nom
Helpless, nameless crimes
Les hommes te jugeront
Men will judge you
Horrible monstre, sordide et lâche
Horrible monster, sordid and cowardly
Au Christ on voilera la face
At the sight of Christ, you will hide your face
Contributed by Makayla O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.