Back From Hell
Birth Control Lyrics


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Though you are away from me girl
Though I can't make eyes at you
Gotta tell you about the deal
I've done with my own life

No those horrid shades are gone
Even pangs of conscience
I'm now ready to discover me
I left the pain behind

I've lost the dreams
Of the world I was born into, yeah
How could I live like a child
Satisfied with every lie

I'm not one who make believes, yeah
I think I don't need no seal
I'm the one with broken wings
But I don't wanna fly

Are you hearin' what they're prayin'
Words of daytime lullabies
We should never sleep at night
To feel some peace of mind

I've lost the dreams
Of the world I was born into, yeah
How could I live like a child
Satisfied with every lie

A fortune teller
Is back from hell, girl
A fortune teller
Is back from hell, girl

A fortune teller
Is back from hell, girl




A fortune teller
Is back from hell, girl

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Birth Control's song Back From Hell express an introspective journey of transformation and empowerment. The singer conveys a feeling of freedom and liberation from a past of pain and deceit. The opening lines describe the physical separation from a loved one, and the impossibility of a romantic connection, but then he decides to share the experience of personal growth he has undergone. The second verse reveals the singer's inner struggle, as he describes the abandonment of his old dreams, the loss of his innocence, and his refusal to conform to societal norms. He takes pride in being one who does not rely on illusions, who is willing to live with his flaws and limitations, and who is not afraid to face his fears. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the idea that the person telling the story has gained self-knowledge and self-confidence, has faced his demons, and has emerged stronger and ready to move forward.


The song is characterized by a fast-paced, energetic rock rhythm and a powerful vocal delivery that convey a sense of urgency, determination, and triumph. The lyrics contain several metaphors and references to spirituality and superstition, such as the fortune teller, the daytime lullabies, and the seal. The use of these elements adds depth and complexity to the meaning of the lyrics, suggesting that the singer's journey is not just about personal growth but also about finding a spiritual path and a connection with a higher power. Overall, the song Back From Hell is a powerful anthem of self-discovery, resilience, and empowerment, that inspires the listener to embrace their own journey of transformation and overcome their obstacles.


Line by Line Meaning

Though you are away from me girl
Even though we're not together, I still have something important to tell you.


Though I can't make eyes at you
I can't express it to you face-to-face.


Gotta tell you about the deal
I need to tell you about the changes I've made in my life.


I've done with my own life
I've taken control of my life.


No those horrid shades are gone
I've left behind the darkness and negativity I used to feel.


Even pangs of conscience
I've learned to forgive myself and move on from my mistakes.


I'm now ready to discover me
I'm exploring who I truly am now.


I left the pain behind
I'm no longer letting my past hurt me and hold me back.


I've lost the dreams
I've let go of the unrealistic expectations I had for my life.


Of the world I was born into, yeah
I've come to terms with the reality of my life.


How could I live like a child
I used to be naive and blind to the truth.


Satisfied with every lie
I was content with living a life that wasn't authentic to myself.


I'm not one who make believes, yeah
I'm not someone who pretends or lies to myself anymore.


I think I don't need no seal
I don't need validation or approval from others.


I'm the one with broken wings
I'm someone who has faced struggles and hardships.


But I don't wanna fly
But I'm not looking to escape or run away from my problems either.


Are you hearin' what they're prayin'
Do you see how others are pretending and misleading themselves?


Words of daytime lullabies
People are fed lies to make them feel better temporarily.


We should never sleep at night
We shouldn't ignore reality and distract ourselves from the truth.


To feel some peace of mind
True peace comes from facing reality and being honest with yourself.


A fortune teller
I'm someone who can see through the illusions of life.


Is back from hell, girl
I've overcome my own struggles and challenges.


A fortune teller
I'm someone who understands the true nature of life.


Is back from hell, girl
I've come out of a difficult time stronger and wiser.


A fortune teller
I'm someone who can see the path forward.


Is back from hell, girl
I've overcome the negativity from my past and moved forward.




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