Garden of Delights
Cult of Youth Lyrics


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And man is an animal
That strives to evolve
But there are some people
Who don't feel that resolve
And cruelty in nature
Of facism pure
A reflection of man
That we're forced to endure
And angels pray
Whilst devils kill
We're left to rot
And they stew in their filth
And left to die
Whilst lovers kiss
Watch you and I
And our kiss amiss
And devils pray
Whilst angels die
Watch you and I
Yes, you and I
We fell that low

So what's the use
Yes, what's the use
To resist their control
And bury their claim
And carry the banners
Of freedom again
To resist their control
And bury their claim
And carry the banners
Of freedom again
And love will prevail
And tend to their flock
And those that oppose us
Will soon be forgot




And love will prevail
Since hate was a lie

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Cult of Youth's song "Garden of Delights" address the dark side of human nature and the oppressive forces that exist in society. The opening lines, "And man is an animal, That strives to evolve, But there are some people Who don't feel that resolve," highlight the contrast between humanity's potential for growth and those who reject it.


The song alludes to the cruelty and fascism inherent in nature, suggesting that these traits are a reflection of human behavior that we are forced to endure. The lines "And angels pray, Whilst devils kill, We're left to rot, And they stew in their filth" juxtapose the notions of good and evil, emphasizing the struggle between them and the suffering that ensues for those caught in the middle.


The lyrics also touch on the power dynamics between lovers and the consequences of societal oppression. The lines "And left to die, Whilst lovers kiss, Watch you and I, And our kiss amiss" suggest the tragic reality of love being sidelined while violence and oppression prevail.


However, the song offers a glimmer of hope in its assertion that love will ultimately triumph over hate. The lines "And love will prevail, And tend to their flock, And those that oppose us, Will soon be forgotten, And love will prevail, Since hate was a lie" emphasize the transformative power of love and suggest that those who propagate hatred will ultimately be forgotten.


Overall, "Garden of Delights" paints a picture of the struggle against oppressive forces and the enduring power of love as a force for change and liberation.


Line by Line Meaning

And man is an animal
Humans, like animals, have basic instincts and desires.


That strives to evolve
Humans have a natural inclination to progress and improve.


But there are some people
However, there are individuals


Who don't feel that resolve
who lack the motivation to grow or change.


And cruelty in nature
The presence of cruelty in the world


Of facism pure
exemplifies the true nature of fascism, an oppressive ideology.


A reflection of man
This cruelty mirrors the behavior of mankind


That we're forced to endure
which we are compelled to endure.


And angels pray
In the midst of this, benevolent beings pray


Whilst devils kill
while malevolent entities engage in destructive actions.


We're left to rot
We, the innocent, are abandoned to decay


And they stew in their filth
while the perpetrators revel in their own wickedness.


And left to die
We are forsaken to perish


Whilst lovers kiss
while those in love embrace affectionately.


Watch you and I
Those responsible for our suffering observe us


And our kiss amiss
and take pleasure in the disruption of our loving connection.


And devils pray
Malevolent entities invoke prayers


Whilst angels die
as benevolent beings perish


Watch you and I
continuing to observe our actions.


Yes, you and I
Yes, both you and I


We fell that low
We descended to such a despairing state.


So what's the use
Therefore, what is the point


Yes, what's the use
Yes, what purpose does it serve


To resist their control
to defy their oppressive influence


And bury their claim
and refute their false assertions.


And carry the banners
Instead, let us proudly hold the symbols


Of freedom again
representative of freedom, once more.


And love will prevail
Love, ultimately, will triumph


And tend to their flock
and care for their community.


And those that oppose us
As for those who resist us


Will soon be forgot
they will soon be disregarded and overlooked.


Since hate was a lie
because hatred was a falsehood all along.




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@exitnero

This song is righteous anger and divine beauty.

@duffy2604

Great sound from these lads, owing much to the 90s group "And also The Trees"

@tolerancezero666

Excellent!!!

@Newavezounds

this guys are just sick

@Newavezounds

fucking awesome.

@camilalozano9316

<3

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