Warlord
Babylon Circus Lyrics

Warlord is on the top Warlord is the master
The Warlord has complete power and control over everything and everyone.

no one can stop him from gettin´more nad more power
The Warlord's thirst for power is insatiable and he will do anything to acquire it.

He gets into the ghetto hides round the corner
The Warlord lurks around in the ghetto, waiting for an opportunity to exploit the people living there.

His kingdom is ayard getting bigger an´bigger everyday
The Warlord's territory is expanding rapidly with each day, as he exploits and dominates more and more people.

Warlord in the bush sittin´´pon the rail road track
The Warlord hides in the bushes, waiting on the railroad tracks, to launch an attack on a passing train.

Waitin´for the train to come fi run to attack
The Warlord is waiting for a train to rob and terrorize the passengers on board.

Warlord in the forest stealin´ culture
The Warlord is destroying the local culture and heritage of the people living in the forest.

Stealin´ ya plant an´ ya coffee
The Warlord is stealing crops and food from the people living in the forest.

An´all the nature ´pon your land
The Warlord is destroying the natural resources and environment on the land that belongs to the people.

He comes to rob the last corn in your pot
The Warlord is so greedy that he even steals the last bit of food from the people's pots.

Don´t try no move don´t try no run fi not get shot (bis)
The people are so powerless against the Warlord that they cannot even try to escape, or else they risk getting shot.

Get shot down and dead
If the people try to resist or run away, they will be killed by the Warlord.

Warlord I saw you
The author has seen the Warlord's actions and is speaking out against it.

Warlord gettin´ control over people
The Warlord is gaining total control and dominance over the people in his territory.

Warlord selling good and evil
The Warlord is both selling good and evil to the people, using both as a means to control them.

Warlord is the top Warlord is the master
The Warlord is at the top of the power structure and answers to no one.

´Got a knife ´got a gun but doesn´t use them anymore
The Warlord no longer needs to personally use a knife or gun because he has an army of soldiers to do his bidding.

him got thousand soldiers with helicopters
The Warlord has a large army at his disposal, with advanced technology such as helicopters to enhance their power.

Preachin´for war in a church
The Warlord is using religion as a means to justify his violent actions and spread propaganda for war.

Advertizing in a tv show
The Warlord is also using media to spread his message and gain more followers.

Our Civilisation is on the march
The author is commenting on how modern society is advancing and progressing, but also bringing new issues and conflicts.

And the desert storm will blow
The author is foreshadowing a coming conflict, likely to occur in a desert-like location.

Carrin´v guns and tanks over the sea
The military is transporting weapons of mass destruction over the ocean to the Warlord's territory.

And all those weapons of high technology
The Warlord is using advanced weaponry to subjugate his people and expand his territory.

An´it gest really fi live down deh
The situation is becoming extremely dangerous and difficult to survive in.

Fire burn fire burn down deh
As the situation worsens, the author is calling for action and for something to be done to stop the Warlord's domination.

Warlord I know you
The author has personal knowledge and experience of the Warlord's actions.

Economical Slave Driver
The Warlord is exploiting and subjugating the local economy and people to work for his own personal gain.

The wall shall remember
The author is invoking the idea that history and memories will not forget the Warlord's actions.

With your right hand on the book
The author is pointing out the hypocrisy of the Warlord, who uses religion to justify his actions.

You made a terrible mistake
The author is pointing out that the Warlord has made a grave error in his actions and treatment of his people.

Tell me what you´re gonna do
The author is calling for accountability and asking the Warlord what he plans to do to right his wrongs.

Tell me what we´re gonna do..
The author is calling for collective action to stop the Warlord's exploitation and abuse of power.