Burning Image is one of the original bands of the early eighties California "deathrock" scene, along with 45 Grave and Christian Death, playing shows with bands including Specimen, Jello Biafra, 45 Grave, Butthole Surfers, and Dr. Timothy Leary.
Burning Image is currently working on a new release for fall of 2023.
Prey
Burning Image Lyrics
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That was long ago
Always seems the same
I don't really care
And I don't want to fight and I don't want to cry
You can't see the reason
If you're covering up your eyes, though it's not the same
'Cause there's no place to hide
You can't see the reason
If you're covering up your eyes, though it's not the same
See it in their eyes
Don't they know it's wrong?
I've seen it all before
But that was long ago
And I don't want to see, just what in the hell is going on
You can't see the reason, cause you're never in your eyes
Though it's not the same
And I want to talk to god, but he's busy fighting wars
You can't start a nation if you don't have enough bombs to rule the world
Prey together, finding a way
Prey Together, finding a way
Prey Together, finding a way
Prey together
Prey together
Prey together
Prey together
The lyrics to Burning Image's song "Prey" speak to the frustration and disillusionment of the singer with the world around them. They have "heard it all before" and are tired of the same patterns of behavior and thinking that they see in others. The line "I don't really care" suggests a sense of apathy or resignation, perhaps brought on by the feeling that nothing can be done to change the situation.
The singer seems to be questioning the ability of others to truly see and understand what is happening in the world. They note that "you can't see the reason if you're covering up your eyes," implying that others are willfully ignoring the truth or hiding from it. The repetition of "though it's not the same" underscores the idea that despite similarities in people's behavior, something vital has changed.
The chorus, which urges people to "prey together" to "find a way," suggests that the singer still holds out some hope for collective action and a shared vision of the future. However, the final lines of the song provide a bleak counterpoint to this optimism. The mention of God being "busy fighting wars" and the assertion that "you can't start a nation if you don't have enough bombs to rule the world" suggest that competition and conflict will continue to rule the day.
Overall, "Prey" paints a picture of a world in which people are struggling to find meaning and purpose, even as they recognize the need to work together for change. The lyrics provide a powerful commentary on the disillusionment and disconnection that many people experience in modern society.
Line by Line Meaning
Heard it all before
I am tired of hearing the same thing over and over again.
That was long ago
It happened in the past and I don't want to live through it again.
Always seems the same
It's repetitive and nothing ever changes.
I don't really care
I am indifferent because I have heard it all before.
And I don't want to fight and I don't want to cry
I am tired of conflict and pain.
You can't see the reason
You are blind to the underlying cause.
If you're covering up your eyes, though it's not the same
You may not be physically covering your eyes, but you are blind to the reality.
So, now where do you want to go?
Where do you want to go from here?
'Cause there's no place to hide
There is no escape from the current situation.
See it in their eyes
You can see it in their body language.
Don't they know it's wrong?
Do they not realize the mistake they are making?
I've seen it all before
This is not new to me.
And I don't want to see, just what in the hell is going on
I am tired of witnessing chaos and confusion.
Cause you're never in your eyes
You are disconnected from your own emotions and thoughts.
And I want to talk to god, but he's busy fighting wars
I want answers, but it seems no one is available to give them.
You can't start a nation if you don't have enough bombs to rule the world
Powerful nations often use violence as a tool to control others.
Prey together, finding a way
We need to come together to find a solution.
Prey together
Work together.
Prey together
Collaborate with others.
Prey together
Join forces and unite.
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