Heaven Is Hell
Accept Lyrics


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We swear it on the bible
If wanted on the Koran
It's always good for trouble
To have a holy ghost

We have made the decision
There is forgiveness, if you need
But this is not in this world
You have to wait and wait

There is no, no other way
You can't just believe what you want
No other way, no no
You can read it in the book, what's good or bad

Heaven is there where hell is
And hell is down on earth, oh yes it is
Heaven is there where hell is
And hell is down on earth, oh yeah

You shouldn't kill your brother
Except if he doesn't know what's right
If he can't love your heaven
Ah, it's a mercy for him to die

And that it's so much better
Than to live without redemption
This is easy to do so
And you can read how it works

All you need, is the holy ghost
Oh, he will comfort you
No other way, no no
That's how they're cheating you
And make believe what's good or bad

Heaven is there where hell is
And hell is down on earth, is it heaven or hell
Heaven is there where hell is
And hell is down on earth

Down on earth, oh yes it is
Is it heaven or hell

I'm sure we all know them
Those perverts, they're everywhere
Mmh, we're talking straight about facts
You know deep inside what's right or wrong
And the world stinks, and the paradise is now a sewer
And they sell shit for gold
And you have to take what you've got

Heaven is never in heaven,
And hell is down on earth
Heaven is there where hell is,
And hell is down on earth
Hahaha, heaven is never in heaven,
And hell is down on earth
Heaven is there where hell is,
And hell is down on earth
Heaven is never in heaven,
And hell is down on earth
Heaven is there where hell is,
And hell is down on earth
Hahahaha

Heaven is there where hell is
And hell is down on earth, oh yes it is
Heaven is there where hell is
And hell is down on earth
Oh, don't you think that heaven is there where hell is
And hell is down on earth, tell me is it heaven or hell




Heaven is there where hell is
And heaven is down on earth, hahaha

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Heaven Is Hell" by Accept/DEAFFY are quite complex and thought-provoking. The song is critical of organized religion and its hypocritical nature. The lyrics suggest that religious doctrines can be used to manipulate people and justify violence.


The lines "We swear it on the bible / If wanted on the Koran" indicate that people will use religious texts as a means to justify their actions. The lyrics then state that having a "holy ghost" can be good for trouble, implying that religious fervor can be used to manipulate people into doing things that they wouldn't normally do.


The repeated phrase "Heaven is there where hell is / And hell is down on earth," suggests that the idea of heaven and hell is a human construct and that the suffering and hardships of life on earth are the true hell. The lyrics also touch on the idea that people should not kill each other, except for when it is perceived that they are not following the right path.


Overall, "Heaven Is Hell" is a critique of organized religion and how it can be used to manipulate people.


Line by Line Meaning

We swear it on the bible
We are making a solemn oath on the Christian holy book


If wanted on the Koran
We are willing to make the same oath on the Muslim holy book


It's always good for trouble
Making a religious oath can often lead to conflict or controversy


To have a holy ghost
It is helpful to have a spiritual guide or presence to help navigate these conflicts


We have made the decision
We have come to a definite conclusion


There is forgiveness, if you need
Forgiveness is available, but it must be sought after


But this is not in this world
The forgiveness we seek is not possible in this life


You have to wait and wait
Patience is required to receive forgiveness


There is no, no other way
There are no alternatives


You can't just believe what you want
Belief alone is not enough


You can read it in the book, what's good or bad
The holy book contains guidelines on what is right and wrong


Heaven is there where hell is
The concept of heaven and hell is not confined to the afterlife


And hell is down on earth, oh yes it is
Earthly existence can be a hellish experience


You shouldn't kill your brother
Violence is generally not condoned


Except if he doesn't know what's right
An exception is made for those who are ignorant


If he can't love your heaven
If someone cannot accept your beliefs


Ah, it's a mercy for him to die
It may be seen as a kindness to end the person's suffering


And that it's so much better
Ending someone's suffering is preferable


Than to live without redemption
Living without forgiveness is worse than death


This is easy to do so
Ending someone's suffering can be done without remorse


And you can read how it works
Instructions on how to end someone's suffering are available in the holy book


All you need, is the holy ghost
With the aid of a spiritual guide, ending someone's suffering is justifiable


Oh, he will comfort you
The holy ghost provides comfort in difficult situations


That's how they're cheating you
The concept of spiritual guidance can be used to deceive people


And make believe what's good or bad
People can be manipulated into believing certain actions are moral or immoral


I'm sure we all know them
There are people who engage in immoral behavior


Those perverts, they're everywhere
These people are prevalent in society


Mmh, we're talking straight about facts
We are speaking truthfully


You know deep inside what's right or wrong
Everyone has an inherent sense of morality


And the world stinks, and the paradise is now a sewer
The world is a corrupt and unpleasant place to live


And they sell shit for gold
People can be deceived into valuing worthless things


And you have to take what you've got
We must contend with the world as it is


Oh, don't you think that heaven is there where hell is
The line between heaven and hell is blurred


Tell me is it heaven or hell
The distinction between the two is often unclear


And heaven is down on earth, hahaha
Heaven can exist in our daily lives, despite the surrounding chaos




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Comments from YouTube:

marvelouzMe

I believe in God. And this is my favorite Accept song ever. I could listen to it 1,001 times

Louis Csanko

I ALSO BELIEVE IN GOD AND LOVE THIS SONG// ON THIS EARTH SOME ARE ENJOYING HEAVENLY PLEASURES WHILE OTHERS SUFFER HELLISH AFFLICTIONS**

Slaprougefun

This was such an under-rated song...it's so powerful, like an Anthem for Atheists! I could listen to this a thousand times! Wow!

Destruction666-

You are right

Shadow_of_the_ human

it's not atheists' anthem it's opposite - You choose your fate in the after live 'coz "Heaven is hell where hell is". It's pretty close one to another. You decide to take a stand against evil or follow the temptation - the choice you have to make every second from day to day 'till your death on Earth.
Lyrics mean there's no doubt that Heaven nor Hell exist, it's known. And you have to make a stand - to believe (not for profit like those about who verse one says - but for irrational and pure faith) or give up and choose the easiest way.

JHorsti

For those about to rock, we Accept you

Cynthia Dee Harney

Shit they both rock ! Accept and AC/Dc! Big Balls to the Wall!!

Cynthia Dee Harney

Right on! Thanks for accepting me!! 🤘

Hasso

@Louis Csanko ^ not a true AC/DC fan

Louis Csanko

ACCEPT IS METAL// CURRENT AC/DC IS HARD ROCK// ( RIP BONN AND MALCOLM)

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