Dead Culture
Acylum Lyrics
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Rip/dissect/carve, into dead flesh
Slit your throat, then you die
Twitch your blood, this is your time
Slit your throat, no chance to survive
Soul exile, this is your time to die
Slasher
Hack/slice/gash into dead flesh
Saw/slit/section into dead flesh
Slit your throat, then you die
Twitch your blood, this is your time
Slit your throat, no chance to survive
Soul exile, this is your time to die
The lyrics to "Dead Culture" by Acylum speak about the depravity of the human condition and the violent tendencies that can arise from it. The imagery of cutting, slicing, and dissecting "dead flesh" serves as a metaphor for the destruction that humans are capable of inflicting not only on each other but also on their environment. The repetition of "slit your throat" serves as a grim reminder that death is inevitable and that every individual must face their own mortality. The final lines, "Soul exile, this is your time to die," suggest that there may be a spiritual reckoning that accompanies physical death.
The chorus of "Slasher" reinforces the themes of violence and death, using graphic terms such as "hack," "slice," and "gash" to describe the acts of mutilation. The repetition of "slit your throat" drives home the idea that these actions are intentional and premeditated, suggesting that they may stem from a sense of rage or a desire for control. The ominous phrase "soul exile" implies that there may be lasting consequences for such destructive behavior, hinting at a belief in karma or a similar concept.
Line by Line Meaning
Pierce/cut/torn, into dead flesh
Penetrate, form incisions, or tear the dead tissue
Rip/dissect/carve, into dead flesh
Tear apart, cut open, or remove sections of the dead body
Slit your throat, then you die
Cut your throat, which will result in your immediate death
Twitch your blood, this is your time
Bleed out, as this is the time designated for your end
Slit your throat, no chance to survive
Cut your throat, there is no hope of living through this
Soul exile, this is your time to die
Your life is over, and your soul is sent away, as this is the time for you to pass away
Hack/slice/gash into dead flesh
Chop, cut, or open up dead tissue
Saw/slit/section into dead flesh
Use a saw, cut open, or divide sections of the dead body
Contributed by Alexander K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.