Living Dead Beat
Children of Bodom Lyrics


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Oh god!

Once again, waiting for the darkness, beyond smile this cry ("life")
Keep trying for another one
The bright day, one day, sets light into my way
Dig up yourself from your grave

Back to the reason to kill, not exactly motherfucking raw metal
Do you look into the grime
(Fuck the ("you") beat!), it's your choice for the future, by the cross
Before you probably make you ("it") last

As long as the twilight bailed
The dead came as we embrace
More than the ones we love
We own it, we burn it down

Not afraid to cry is not our fault
Not afraid of falling down below
To the night where we'll soon reply
Like the living dead we'll never die

Spoiling inside me fight back, treat you like a madman
When your waiting for the light to come
(She was down!), stuck on a bright ("light") shining bright
It's time to close your eyes

Not afraid to cry is not our fault
Not afraid of falling down below
To the night where we'll soon reply
Like the living dead we'll never die

As long as the twilight bailed
The dead came as we embrace
More than the ones we love
We own it, we burn it down

Not afraid to cry is not our fault
Not afraid of falling down below




To the night where we'll soon reply
Like the living dead we'll never die

Overall Meaning

The song Living Dead Beat by Children of Bodom is a thought-provoking piece that explores the concept of death, rebirth, and immortality. The opening lines "Once again, waiting for the darkness, beyond smile this cry ('life') Keep trying for another one" suggests that the singer is waiting for death, yet they are not afraid to die. They continue by saying "Dig up yourself from your grave" which shows that they believe in reincarnation or perhaps suggests that they have already died and come back to life.


The lines "As long as the twilight bailed The dead came as we embrace More than the ones we love We own it, we burn it down" opens up an interesting perspective on death. The "twilight" signifies the end of life, and the "dead" could represent the things we lost or left behind in the past. The singer seems to suggest that we should embrace the things we have lost and take ownership of them, no matter how painful it might be. The chorus "Not afraid to cry is not our fault Not afraid of falling down below To the night where we'll soon reply Like the living dead we'll never die" personifies the idea that even in death, we still live on. We might die physically, but our spirits live on forever.


Overall, the song is an intense metal anthem that explores some deep themes related to death, rebirth, and immortality. The lyrics are open to interpretation, but one thing is clear - the singer is not afraid of death and believes that even in death they will never truly die.


Line by Line Meaning

Oh god!
An expression of surprise or shock, possibly in response to an unsettling or ominous situation.


Once again, waiting for the darkness, beyond smile this cry ("life")
The singer is anticipating a period of difficulty or hardship, marked by suffering or pain. They are acknowledging the inevitability of this experience and the fact that it is an intrinsic part of life.


Keep trying for another one
Despite the challenges and difficulties of life, the singer encourages the listener to persevere and keep striving for their goals and aspirations.


The bright day, one day, sets light into my way
Amidst the darkness and suffering, the artist has hope for a brighter future. They believe that they will find a path forward, and that light will eventually illuminate their way.


Dig up yourself from your grave
The artist is urging the listener to rise up from a state of despondency or despair, and to take action to improve their situation. This may involve confronting personal demons or overcoming obstacles.


Back to the reason to kill, not exactly motherfucking raw metal
The singer is returning to a sense of purpose or motivation, which may involve aggression or violence. However, they also acknowledge that this motivation is not necessarily fueled by anger or hostility ('not exactly motherfucking raw metal').


Do you look into the grime
The singer is challenging the listener to examine their surroundings and confront the less pleasant or 'grimey' aspects of life, rather than ignoring or avoiding them.


(Fuck the ("you") beat!), it's your choice for the future, by the cross
The artist dismisses the idea of conforming to standard expectations or societal pressures ('fuck the beat'), and emphasizes that the listener has agency and control over their own destiny. However, they also allude to religious or spiritual overtones ('by the cross'), suggesting that there may be larger forces at play.


Before you probably make you ("it") last
The artist is warning the listener that their current state of being may not be sustainable or healthy in the long term, and that they should take action to improve their situation before it becomes too late.


As long as the twilight bailed
The artist references a transitional period between light and dark ('twilight'), possibly implying a sense of liminality or uncertainty. However, they also suggest that this period has passed or will soon pass ('bailed').


The dead came as we embrace
The singer alludes to the inevitability of death, and suggests that they have accepted or come to terms with this reality ('as we embrace').


More than the ones we love
The artist suggests that they have a strong attachment or devotion to something other than personal relationships or connections ('more than the ones we love'). This may refer to a cause, idea, or sense of purpose.


We own it, we burn it down
The singer implies that whatever they are devoted to ('it') is subject to their control and influence. They also suggest a willingness to eradicate or destroy this thing if necessary ('burn it down').


Not afraid to cry is not our fault
The singer suggests that expressing emotions, even if they are painful or difficult, is not a weakness or failing ('not our fault'). It may even be viewed as a strength or necessary component of personal growth.


Not afraid of falling down below
The singer suggests that they are willing to experience failure or a 'lower' state, as this may lead to eventual improvement or progress.


To the night where we'll soon reply
The artist references an impending and uncertain future ('the night'), but suggests that they will confront and overcome whatever challenges come their way ('reply').


Like the living dead we'll never die
The artist implies that they possess a kind of immortality or resilience, even in the face of death or failure ('like the living dead we'll never die'). This may refer to a sense of purpose or devotion that transcends physical life or death.


Spoiling inside me fight back, treat you like a madman
The singer references a sense of internal turmoil or conflict ('spoiling inside me'), and suggests that they are engaging in some form of struggle or resistance ('fight back'). They also warn that they may behave irrationally or unpredictably ('treat you like a madman').


When your waiting for the light to come
The singer implies that they are in a state of anticipation or expectation ('waiting for the light to come'). This may refer to a sense of hope or optimism, or a desire for change.


(She was down!), stuck on a bright ("light") shining bright
The artist references a female figure who is struggling or experiencing difficulty ('she was down!'), but also suggests that there is a potential for improvement or enlightenment ('shining bright').


It's time to close your eyes
The artist suggests that the listener may need to take a break or 'rest' from the difficulties of life ('close your eyes'). This may also allude to a sense of surrender or acceptance.




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