Bloodsucker
Agnostic Front Lyrics
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Wave a flag for all to see
We know all your flaws
Your intent, always greed
Superseed for your greed
Stab our backs, we bleed
No shit, we won't take
Realize you're just a fake
Now I see you're no friend to me
Sucking the life right out of me
The lyrics to Agnostic Front's song Bloodsucker are a powerful critique of those who claim to support a cause but are really motivated only by personal gain. The opening lines accuse the Bloodsucker of hiding behind their cause and waving a flag for show, while the singer claims to see through their intentions and know their flaws. This verse sets up the theme of the song, that these so-called allies are really only looking out for themselves at the expense of those they claim to support.
The second verse takes a more accusatory tone, with the lyrics "superseed for your greed, stab our backs, we bleed." The Bloodsucker's greed is shown to be in direct conflict with the goals and values of the cause they claim to represent, and their actions have caused harm to those they supposedly support. The final lines of the song bring home the personal impact of the Bloodsucker's betrayal, with the singer declaring that they are no friend and are figuratively sucking the life out of them.
Overall, the song is a fierce critique of those who use social causes as a cover for their own selfish interests. It urges listeners to be vigilant and aware of this kind of behavior, lest they be taken advantage of by those who claim to be on their side.
Line by Line Meaning
You hide behind our cause
You pretend to support our beliefs, but you actually have your own selfish motives for being involved.
Wave a flag for all to see
You try to make yourself visible and seem important by publicly supporting our cause.
We know all your flaws
We are aware of your imperfections and shortcomings.
Your intent, always greed
Your underlying intention is always fueled by your own self-interest and desire for personal gain.
Superseed for your greed
Your greed is the driving force behind your actions and decisions.
Stab our backs, we bleed
You betray us and harm us, and we feel the painful consequences of your actions.
No shit, we won't take
We refuse to tolerate your behavior any longer.
Realize you're just a fake
We have come to the realization that you are insincere and phony.
Played your games with no respect to me
You have manipulated and deceived me without any regard for my feelings or well-being.
Now I see you're no friend to me
I have come to the understanding that you are not a true friend to me.
Sucking the life right out of me
Your actions and behavior are draining and exhausting me.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JIMMY COLETTE, ROB KABULA, ROGER MIRET, VINNIE CAPPUCCHIO
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