Ghosts
Classic Jack Lyrics


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Let the fucking angels scream
Oh
Come now and pray for me
Father I'm sorry for my faith started to fray
I was smothered by the devil and your light faded away
Demons never found a place in my room to stay
After a while the worst ones were trapped inside my brain
What oh what have have we been waiting for
Tell me that there's something more
Or are we wasting away
Oh why oh why are we still searching for
Meaning in these hopeless wars
You'd think by now our ghosts would burn away
Fuck
Demons hold crosses but they teach that they hold flames
Flip all of whats right to wrong and embed it in your brain
What oh what have have we been waiting for
Tell me that there's something more
Or are we wasting away
Oh why oh why are we still searching for
Meaning in these hopeless wars
You'd think by now our ghosts would burn away
The rules to this world are made by men like you and me
We are the cogs that grind to keep on all their machines
The rules to this world are made by men like you and me
Who hide behind their gods and pull all our strings
They pull all of our strings
The rules to this world are made by men like you and me
We are the cogs that grind to keep on all their machines (They pull all of our strings)




The rules to this world are made by men like you and me
Who hide behind their gods and pull all of our strings

Overall Meaning

The song "Ghosts" by Classic Jack is a powerful song about the struggles of faith and the constant search for meaning in a world that can often feel hopeless. The song opens with the provocative line "Let the fucking angels scream" which sets the tone for the anguished and angry lyrics that follow. The singer of the song is struggling with his faith, having been "smothered by the devil" and feeling that "your light faded away." He speaks of demons that he can't escape and of the constant search for something more.


The lyrics are filled with references to religion and spirituality, but they are not straightforward or simplistic. The singer seems to reject the traditional beliefs and teachings of his faith, noting that "demons hold crosses but they teach that they hold flames" and that the rules of the world are made by men who "hide behind their gods and pull all our strings." The lyrics suggest a deep cynicism and disillusionment with the structures of religion and power.


Despite the despair and anger of the lyrics, there is also a sense of hope and resilience. The singer continues to search for meaning and purpose, asking "what have we been waiting for / Tell me that there's something more / Or are we wasting away" and lamenting that "our ghosts would burn away." The song is a powerful expression of the struggles and doubts that many people face in their lives, and the search for something to hold onto in the face of uncertainty.


Line by Line Meaning

Let the fucking angels scream
I am ready to face the consequences of my actions and the judgments of those who believe in a higher power.


Come now and pray for me
I am in a state of vulnerability and seeking support and guidance from those around me, including any divine forces.


Father I'm sorry for my faith started to fray
I am addressing a parental figure or possibly a religious leader and expressing regret for losing my faith or straying from the teachings and beliefs that were once central to my life.


I was smothered by the devil and your light faded away
I was led astray by negativity and temptation, and as a result, the positive influence or guidance that I once received lost its power, impact, or significance.


Demons never found a place in my room to stay
I have been able to keep negativity or harmful influences away from my immediate environment or personal life.


After a while the worst ones were trapped inside my brain
Although I was initially able to resist or reject negativity, it eventually found a way to infiltrate and affect me internally, leading to negative thoughts or behaviors.


What oh what have have we been waiting for
I am expressing frustration or uncertainty with regards to the current state of my life, circumstances, or the world at large.


Tell me that there's something more
I am seeking reassurance or hope that there is a greater purpose or meaning to life beyond what is currently apparent or known.


Or are we wasting away
I am questioning whether the efforts, limitations, and potential outcomes of my life or actions are leading me towards a fulfilling destiny or ultimate end.


Oh why oh why are we still searching for
I am emphasizing the ongoing quest for a meaningful existence and questioning why such a journey is difficult or elusive.


Meaning in these hopeless wars
I am reflecting on the repetitive, unproductive, or destructive patterns of conflict and struggle that plague human existence and often lead to suffering or loss.


You'd think by now our ghosts would burn away
I am acknowledging the persistence of past pain, trauma, or regret that continues to haunt and influence present actions and attitudes.


Fuck
I am expressing sudden anger, frustration, or disappointment with something that has just occurred or been realized.


Demons hold crosses but they teach that they hold flames
I am criticizing the hypocrisy, manipulation, or deception employed by some who claim to be pious and righteous, but who in reality, cause chaos or harm.


Flip all of whats right to wrong and embed it in your brain
I am warning against the dangers of blindly following or internalizing beliefs, ideas, or values that are ultimately harmful, immoral, or in opposition to one's own well-being.


The rules to this world are made by men like you and me
I am acknowledging the reality that societal or institutional norms, values, and expectations are often determined by human individuals or groups in positions of authority or power.


We are the cogs that grind to keep on all their machines
I am suggesting that individuals are expected to conform or submit to the larger systems or structures that govern society or their personal lives, often at the expense of their own well-being or individuality.


Who hide behind their gods and pull all our strings
I am calling out those who use religion or spirituality as a tool of control or manipulation, exerting influence over others' lives or choices for their own gain or agenda.




Lyrics Β© DistroKid, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: GAVIN HAMMOND, KOHL ASHBY

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