Misery
Author & Punisher Lyrics
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Faith, deceiver and destructor from the coming waves
Disguised with robes and gifts all meant for treachery
They survived thousands of years in eco-harmony
And you took it all away
In misery
Trade, a mission meant to plunder cheat and desecrate
The land was shared by all a fertile territory
A brother of the cloth begins to negotiate
The promise of the afterlife, he said
In misery
Trade, removal resurrection, treaties all lies
Disease and infection, village on fire
Pray to the water, fall to your knees,
The soil is provider give it the respect that it needs
A mission gone bad, can't deny anymore
The lyrics of Author & Punisher's song "Misery" delve into themes of betrayal, deceit, colonization, and the destruction of the environment. The song opens with the idea of faith being both a deceiver and a destructive force, likening it to waves that bring treachery. This faith, adorned in disguises and offering gifts, has survived for thousands of years in a state of eco-harmony, only to be taken away by someone or something.
The next verse focuses on the concept of trade, suggesting that it was a mission driven by greed and aimed at exploiting and defiling the land that was once shared by all. A figure described as "a brother of the cloth" starts negotiating, promising an afterlife as a way to manipulate and gain control. This verse highlights the beginnings of colonization and how religion was often used as a tool to deceive and subjugate.
The following section continues to explore the negative repercussions of colonization. The trade mentioned earlier, which involved the removal of indigenous populations, resurgence of diseases, and the destruction of villages through fire, has contributed to the misery experienced by those affected. The lyrics urge individuals to pray to the water and show reverence for the soil, emphasizing the importance of respecting and caring for the environment that provides sustenance.
The song concludes by acknowledging that the mission, likely referring to colonization, has gone awry and cannot be denied any longer. This acknowledgment reflects the realization that these actions have caused immense suffering and destruction, leading to the present state of misery. Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of the consequences of greed, deceit, and the disregard for the environment, ultimately leading to misery for all involved.
Line by Line Meaning
Faith, deceiver and destructor from the coming waves
Faith has betrayed and destroyed us, like a destructive force approaching us
Disguised with robes and gifts all meant for treachery
Wrapped in deceitful appearances and false offerings
They survived thousands of years in eco-harmony
They lived in harmony with nature for generations
And you took it all away
But now, you have destroyed it all
Trade, a mission meant to plunder cheat and desecrate
The purpose of trade was to exploit, deceive, and violate
The land was shared by all, a fertile territory
The land belonged to everyone, a rich and fertile land
A brother of the cloth begins to negotiate
A religious figure initiates negotiations
The promise of the afterlife, he said
Offering the hope of an afterlife as persuasion
Trade, removal resurrection, treaties all lies
Trade brought about displacement and false promises of revival, all treaties were deceptive
Disease and infection, village on fire
Suffering from diseases and infections, villages burning
Pray to the water, fall to your knees
Begging the water for help, surrendering in despair
The soil is provider give it the respect that it needs
Recognize that the soil is our provider and treat it with the necessary respect
A mission gone bad, can't deny anymore
A failed mission, unable to deny the truth anymore
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Written by: Tristan Shone
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