Six O'Clock
Deine Lakaien Lyrics
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Not my love, Lord!
Six o'clock feel the cold
Still no sign after all
Torture here blind men there
Dirty roads sleazy bars
Stones where once were hearts
You sold your heart - Lord
You are a ghost - Lord
Old oak trees - Lord
For your wealth - Lord
With your gold - Lord
You can buy - Lord
Almost all - Lord
Not my love - Lord
Six o'clock feel the heat
Warning signs after all
Rapture here tired whores there
Willing slaves cheap hotels
And the rising of the Eastern sun shows
Stones where once were hearts
You sold your heart - Lord
You are a ghost - Lord
Old oak trees - Lord
For your wealth - Lord
With your gold - Lord
You can buy - Lord
Almost all - Lord
Not my love - Lord
Six o'clock hear the cries
More than signs after all
Misery here your child there
Empty eyes temples stained
And the rising of the Eastern sun shows
Stones where once were hearts
You sold your heart - Lord
You are a ghost - Lord
Old oak trees - Lord
For your wealth - Lord
With your gold - Lord
You can buy - Lord
Almost all - Lord
Not our Love - Lord
Not their Love - Lord
Not my Love - Lord
Not our Love - Lord
The lyrics of Deine Lakaien's song Six O'Clock paint a bleak picture of the world. The song begins by describing a cold, desolate place where torture and blindness reside alongside dirty roads and sleazy bars. The rising of the Eastern sun is juxtaposed with the description of stones where once there were hearts. There is a clear sense of loss, of the world being drained of its emotions or compassion, almost as though people have exchanged their hearts for something tangible - wealth. The repetition of the phrase "You sold your heart" reinforces this message, suggesting that people have abandoned love and humanity in exchange for material possessions.
As the song progresses, it seems as though the heat intensifies alongside the desperation. Warning signs are heeded, but it is already too late. There are tired whores and willing slaves exist in cheap hotels. The Eastern sun reveals the loss of the hearts and reveals the impact of exchanging love and humanity for material goods. The desperation continues to grow, and the cries become more pronounced. There is misery all around, with children suffering alongside empty eyes and stained temples.
The song concludes with a powerful message, "Not our Love, Lord! Not my Love, Lord!" This repetition of the phrase amplifies the message. It suggests that the world may have lost its sense of compassion, but the singer refuses to give up love. They hold onto their humanity strongly and refuse to exchange it for anything. The use of "Lord" suggests that they are calling out to a higher power, perhaps seeking guidance, comfort, or validation that their stance is appreciated.
Line by Line Meaning
Six o'clock feel the cold
It's morning and there's a chill in the air
Still no sign after all
Nothing has changed, despite the passing of time
Torture here blind men there
Some are being subjected to pain and suffering, while others are unable to see the world around them
Dirty roads sleazy bars
The surroundings are unpleasant and morally dubious
And the rising of the Eastern sun shows
As the sun rises in the east
Stones where once were hearts
People have lost their humanity and become indifferent
You sold your heart - Lord
You've given up on love and empathy
You are a ghost - Lord
You're dead inside
Old oak trees - Lord
Nature has persisted despite the turmoil of human activity
For your wealth - Lord
Money is your main motivator
With your gold - Lord
Your riches enable you to influence others
You can buy - Lord
You have the power to purchase almost anything
Almost all - Lord
Almost everything, but not everything
Not my love - Lord
But not my love, which is priceless
Six o'clock feel the heat
The day is heating up
Warning signs after all
There are indications that things are not right
Rapture here tired whores there
People are looking for an escape from their troubles, some by selling themselves
Willing slaves cheap hotels
The destitute are exploited for gain by those who own properties and businesses
Six o'clock hear the cries
Amidst the noise of the day, there is suffering
More than signs after all
It's not just that there are indications of trouble, there is actual trouble
Misery here your child there
Pain and discomfort are all around, and even children are not spared
Empty eyes temples stained
People are devoid of hope, with the marks of their suffering visible on them
Not our Love - Lord
Not the love we share together
Not their Love - Lord
Not the love they share with their own
Not my Love - Lord
Not the love I have for you, which is a bond beyond wealth, power or prestige
Not our Love - Lord
It endures, even though everything else changes
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