Mercy
Daniel Ferri Lyrics
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I tried to change the game
I tried to infiltrate, but now I'm losin′
Men in cloaks always seem to run the show
Save me from the
Ghosts and shadows before they eat my soul, yeah
Mercy
Show me mercy, from the powers that be!
Show me mercy, can someone rescue me?
Absent gods in silent tyranny
We're going under hypnotized by another puppeteer
And tell me why the men in cloaks always seem
To bring me down
Running from the
Ghosts and shadows, the world just disavows, yeah
Mercy
Mercy
Show me mercy, from the powers that be!
Show me mercy, can someone rescue me?
Help me, I've fallen on the inside
And all the men in cloaks, oooooooh
Show me mercy from the powers that be
Show me mercy from the gutless and mean
Show me mercy from the killing machines
Show me mercy, can someone rescue me?
Yeah!
The lyrics of Daniel Ferri's song Mercy explore the feeling of being trapped and helpless in a world controlled by unseen forces. The singer describes feeling like an outsider trying to change the game but losing to the "men in cloaks" who seem to always run the show. The imagery of ghosts and shadows adds to the sense of foreboding and danger that permeates the song.
The repeated plea for mercy becomes a desperate cry for help as the singer realizes the full extent of their powerlessness. The absence of gods and the idea of being hypnotized by another puppeteer suggest a loss of faith and a sense of being controlled by something beyond human understanding.
Overall, the song's message is one of desperation and a longing for something or someone to rescue the singer from the merciless powers that be.
Line by Line Meaning
Help me, I’ve fallen on the inside
I need assistance as I’ve lost my way and feel trapped inside my own mind.
I tried to change the game
I attempted to alter the system but was unable to do so.
I tried to infiltrate, but now I'm losin'
I did my best to enter and influence the organization, but now I’m experiencing failure.
Men in cloaks always seem to run the show
Those in power tend to remain hidden and unaffected by changes.
Save me from the ghosts and shadows before they eat my soul, yeah
Please help me escape my fears and troubles before they take over my life.
Mercy
I plead for benevolence and forgiveness.
Absent gods in silent tyranny
The divine authority is no longer present, yet their influence can still be felt among us.
We're going under hypnotized by another puppeteer
We are in a trance and controlled by those who are using us as puppets.
And tell me why the men in cloaks always seem to bring me down
Why do the powerful always hinder my progress and success?
Running from the ghosts and shadows, the world just disavows, yeah
I am fleeing from my fears and the world seems to deny and reject them.
Show me mercy from the powers that be
I ask for leniency from those in control.
Show me mercy from the gutless and mean
I want compassion from the cowardly and cruel individuals.
Show me mercy from the killing machines
I demand mercy from the lethal machines and devices.
Show me mercy, can someone rescue me?
I am seeking aid and assistance from others to help me escape my trouble.
Yeah!
Assertive affirmation.
Writer(s): Matthew James Bellamy
Contributed by Xavier M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
kyle
daniel ferri song
Marina Andrienko
Don't really like this song but your cover is just great!
eleven11
Are u Daniel mother ?????????
Machado W.C
Where are u girl!?
ur covers are the fu**ing good!!!
Daniel
@Franco Nieto YES WHEN
Franco Nieto
Hey Marina, when are you going to upload another cover? You're great :D
Daniel
@Marina Andrienko Thanks Marina :)
Callum Alder
That high note at the end, so good!
supsup
Sounds like a top A I think
Danielle Libengood
@Daniel daniel