Humiliation
Choir/Alan Menken Lyrics
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Qui tollis peccata mundi
Agnus Dei
Dona nobis pacem
The lyrics to "Humiliation" by Choir/Alan Menken make reference to the Agnus Dei prayer in the form of two lines in its chorus. These lines translate to "Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world / Lamb of God, grant us peace." The Agnus Dei is a prayer that is traditionally used in the Catholic church during Mass and is sung or recited in Latin. The use of this prayer in the song creates a sense of pleading and desperation for forgiveness and peace, which ties into the theme of humiliation and shame that permeates the rest of the lyrics.
The rest of the lyrics in "Humiliation" explore the feeling of being exposed and vulnerable, with lines such as "All my secrets on display" and "Can you see the tears run down my face?" The use of religious language such as the Agnus Dei adds an extra layer of meaning to the lyrics, making the plea for forgiveness and peace more powerful. Overall, the lyrics to "Humiliation" capture the feeling of being laid bare and exposed, with a sense of hope for redemption and forgiveness.
Line by Line Meaning
Agnus Dei
Lamb of God, symbolizing purity and sacrifice
Qui tollis peccata mundi
Who takes away the sins of the world
Agnus Dei
Lamb of God, symbolizing purity and sacrifice
Dona nobis pacem
Grant us peace
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Walt Disney Music Company, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALAN MENKEN
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