Slope
Comecon Lyrics
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The world looks black
Fabricate
A world of facts
Victim due
Bleed for me
Entertainment
Nothing seen
Less we know
The freaks themselves
Run the show
The reaper laughs with a million faces
He speaks in tongues in every paper
Slow panic understatement
Soon to be but still awaiting
Invertebrate demons
Ignorant and loud
In the back of my head
When I'am in a crowd
A crime's brrn committed
I have to be punished
Petrified reasons
Silent but famished
I need some rest
Lie down for a while
In the tower of sleep
By the river of bromide
The reaper laughs with a million faces
He speaks in tongues in every paper
Slow panic understatement
Soon to be but still awaiting
Ants seek
Sanctuary
In my anus
And my nose
Answer me
Your world of facts
Is coming much too
Close
Slow panic understatement
Speaks in tongues in every thought
The reaper laughs with a million faces
And soon he will tell you the joke
The lyrics to Comecon's song "Slope" are a bleak and haunting commentary on the dehumanization and sensationalization of society. The opening lines "Answer me, the world looks black, fabricate, a world of facts, victim due" immediately set the tone of questioning the reality and truth of our surroundings. The following lines reference the exploitation of violence and suffering for entertainment and weaponry, leaving the subject matter feeling hollow and empty. The chorus drives home the idea that the powers that be, or the "freaks themselves," are in control, manipulating and reveling in society's fear and ignorance.
The second verse delves deeper into the fear and paranoia that comes from feeling helpless in the face of these larger societal structures. The imagery of "invertebrate demons" and being "punished" for a crime that isn't even known heightens the sense of powerlessness. The reference to needing rest and finding solace in sleep is a recurring theme in the song, a desire to escape the overwhelming nature of reality. The final lines of the song reflect back on the concept of the reaper, the entity that personifies death, who is laughing with a million faces and telling society a joke that remains elusive.
Overall, "Slope" paints a bleak picture of a society that is being manipulated and exploited by those in power. The lyrics convey feelings of helplessness, paranoia, and a desire for escape. The repetition of the reaper as a symbol for death and society's overall sense of doom creates a haunting atmosphere that really drives home the message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Answer me
A plea for someone to respond or provide clarification
The world looks black
A metaphorical description of a bleak or depressing outlook
Fabricate
To construct or create something, often artificially or deceptively
A world of facts
A reality characterized by empirical evidence and objective truths
Victim due
An instance or situation that requires a victim as a matter of course or inevitability
Bleed for me
A demand for suffering or sacrifice on the part of another
Entertainment
A source of amusement or pleasure, often at the expense of others
Weaponry
Tools, technology, or tactics employed in the act of violence or aggression
Nothing seen
A lack of any clear, visible indicators or signs
Less we know
The extent to which our ignorance or lack of knowledge affects a given situation or outcome
The freaks themselves
Those who are usually considered outsiders or anomalies are actually in control or calling the shots
Run the show
To be in charge, directing the course of events or proceedings
The reaper laughs with a million faces
Death, often personified as the Grim Reaper, is omnipresent and unpredictable
He speaks in tongues in every paper
The presence of death is ubiquitous and a common language of the media
Slow panic understatement
A misleading or inadequate description of a situation that is nevertheless causing fear or anxiety
Soon to be but still awaiting
The inevitability of a certain outcome or fate that has yet to come to pass
Invertebrate demons
Enemies or evils that are weak, cowardly, or easily defeated
Ignorant and loud
A lack of knowledge or understanding combined with vocal and forceful expression
In the back of my head
A thought, memory, or concern that remains in the mind, often subconsciously
When I am in a crowd
A specific circumstance or situation in which the aforementioned thought, memory, or concern arises
A crime's been committed
An offense or violation has occurred, causing the need for punishment or justice
I have to be punished
A sense of responsibility or guilt felt by the artist, necessitating self-imposed or society-imposed retribution
Petrified reasons
Motivations or justifications that are frozen or static, leading to irrational or harmful behavior
Silent but famished
A description of hunger or desire that is concealed or muted, but nonetheless urgent or intense
I need some rest
A plea for relaxation, relief, or respite after a period of stress, anxiety, or exertion
Lie down for a while
A specific course of action that will fulfill the need for rest, relaxation, or rejuvenation
In the tower of sleep
A metaphorical location or state of mind associated with deep, extended slumber and peacefulness
By the river of bromide
A tranquil location or circumstance associated with a sedative or calming effect
Ants seek
An observation or description of the behavior of ants, often associated with diligence, persistence, or industriousness
Sanctuary
A place of refuge or safety, often sought out during periods of danger or uncertainty
In my anus
A crude or vulgar description of an unpleasant or invasive experience, often associated with a lack of control
And my nose
A second location (in addition to the anus) where ants are seeking sanctuary or refuge
Your world of facts
The beliefs or knowledge system held by another person, often viewed as incomplete or flawed
Is coming much too close
A sense of discomfort or urgency felt by the artist in regards to the other person's beliefs or ideas
Speaks in tongues in every thought
A pervasive sense of confusion or instability, often associated with a lack of coherence or rationality
And soon he will tell you the joke
An ominous or foreboding declaration that the inevitable presence of death will one day reveal its ultimate punch line
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