Spiral
Black & White Lyrics


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Sorcerers of madness
Selling me their time
Child of god sitting in the sun
Giving peace of mind
Fictional seduction
On a black snow sky
Sadness kills the superman
Even fathers cry

Of all the things I value most of all
I look inside myself and see
My world and know that it is good
You know that I should

Superstitious century
Didn't time go slow
Separating sanity
Watching children grow
Synchronated undertaker
Spiral skies
Silver ships on plasmic oceans
In disguise

Of all the things I value most in life
I see my memories and feel their warmth
And know that they are good
You know that I should

Watching eyes of celluloid
Tell you how to live
Metaphoric motor-replay
Give, give, give
Laughter kissing love is showing me the way
Spiral city architect
I build, you pay

Of all the things I value most of all
I look upon my earth and feel the warmth
And know that it is good
You know that I should
You know that I should
You know that I should




You know that I should
You know that I should

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Black & White's song "Spiral" delve into various themes and emotions. The opening lines, "Sorcerers of madness, Selling me their time," suggest the influence of external forces that manipulate and control the singer's thoughts and experiences. The image of a "Child of god sitting in the sun, Giving peace of mind" creates a contrasting image of innocence and tranquility amidst a chaotic world.


The lyrics continue with "Fictional seduction, On a black snow sky, Sadness kills the superman, Even fathers cry," which explores the power of imagination to deceive and entice. The reference to "black snow sky" suggests a bleak and distorted reality, where sadness can even affect those who are strong and resilient. The mention of fathers crying speaks to the universal nature of pain and vulnerability.


In the next verse, the lyrics touch upon the passing of time and the confusion brought about by societal norms and expectations. The lines, "Superstitious century, Didn't time go slow, Separating sanity, Watching children grow," reflect on the slow and often bewildering progression of time. The reference to "Synchronated undertaker, Spiral skies" evokes a sense of inevitability and cosmic cycles.


The lyrics also introduce the concept of escaping reality through imagination and the role of art in shaping our lives. The lines, "Watching eyes of celluloid, Tell you how to live, Metaphoric motor-replay, Give, give, give," highlight the influence of media and how it can shape our perception of reality. The reference to the "Spiral city architect, I build, you pay" hints at the idea that we construct our own realities but must bear the consequences.


Overall, the song "Spiral" explores themes of manipulation, vulnerability, the passage of time, the power of imagination, and the role of art in shaping our lives. It encourages introspection and a recognition of the value in personal experiences and memories.


Line by Line Meaning

Sorcerers of madness
Manipulators of chaos and confusion


Selling me their time
Persuading me to invest in their offerings


Child of god sitting in the sun
Innocent individual embracing divine presence


Giving peace of mind
Providing solace and tranquility


Fictional seduction
Illusory allure


On a black snow sky
In a dark and cold atmosphere


Sadness kills the superman
Emotional pain affects even the strongest


Even fathers cry
Even paternal figures experience sorrow


Of all the things I value most of all
Among all my cherished possessions


I look inside myself and see
I introspect and perceive


My world and know that it is good
My personal reality, confirming its positivity


You know that I should
It is expected and appropriate


Superstitious century
Era tainted by irrational beliefs


Didn't time go slow
Didn't time pass unhurriedly


Separating sanity
Dividing sanity from derangement


Watching children grow
Observing the maturation of young ones


Synchronated undertaker
Coordinated funeral director


Spiral skies
Cyclonic heavens


Silver ships on plasmic oceans
Shiny vessels on energetic seas


In disguise
Camouflaged or concealed


Watching eyes of celluloid
Observing eyes portrayed in movies


Tell you how to live
Dictating how to exist


Metaphoric motor-replay
Figurative repetition of actions


Give, give, give
Generously bestow


Laughter kissing love is showing me the way
Amusement and affection guide my path


Spiral city architect
Mastermind behind a complex urban landscape


I build, you pay
I construct, you compensate


You know that I should
It is expected and appropriate


You know that I should
It is expected and appropriate


You know that I should
It is expected and appropriate


You know that I should
It is expected and appropriate




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: MICHAEL BUTLER, OZZY OSBOURNE, TONY IOMMI, WILLIAM WARD

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