The Gears
Dethklok [Metalocalypse] Lyrics
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You're one of us
We are the strength
We are the soldiers
You've journeyed far
You've battled hard
And now you will receive the
You've conquered pain
You've conquered fear
Stand proud and salute
The bloodied flag here
You pledged your death and
Your last breath
You are the gears
You are the gears
We fear not our mortality
We'll serve to the best of our ability
We give our lives to our masters
We vow to smite our enemies
You've mastered death
You've mastered fear
You are transformed
You are stronger
Now that you're here
A branded gear
Burned in your flesh
We'll seal the deal
You've conquered fire
You've conquered ice
You've tasted blood
You've taken life
You're here because
You're one of us
Become a gear
Become a gear
We fear not our mortality
We'll serve to the best of our ability
We give our lives to our masters
We vow to smite our enemies
We bless your skin
We bless you with our mark
Become a part of the clock
Become a gear
You've conquered pain
We've conquered pain
You've conquered fear
We've conquered fear
You fear not your mortality
Become a gear
(We are the gears)
You've conquered pain
We've conquered pain
You've conquered fear
We've conquered fear
You fear not your mortality
You are a gear
(We are the gears)
We bless your skin
We bless you with our mark
Become a part of the clock
Become a gear
(We fear not our mortality)
The song "The Gears" by Dethklok talks about a group of soldiers who have gone through numerous battles and have come out victorious. They have pledged their lives and their last breath to their masters and vowed to smite their enemies. The chorus is an invitation to become a gear, asking the listener to be a part of the clock, the machine that drives their success. The idea of becoming a gear is symbolized by being branded with the mark and being blessed by the masters.
The first verse talks about the journey and the battles the soldiers have faced. After all the struggle, they will receive a permanent reward. The second verse highlights the transformation of the soldiers, who have now become stronger and are no longer afraid of death. They have conquered fire, ice, pain, and fear, and are now ready to become a part of the clock. The last part of the song is a repetition of the chorus with minor changes, emphasizing on the idea of becoming a gear.
Overall, the song has a dark and intense tone, reflecting the brutal nature of war and the loyalty soldiers have towards their masters. It encourages the listener to embrace the idea of sacrificing oneself for a greater cause, even if it means giving up one's mortality.
Line by Line Meaning
You're here because
You've made it this far because you are one of us.
You're one of us
You belong to our group, a gathering of strong soldiers.
We are the strength
We are the powerful and formidable ones.
We are the soldiers
We are the warriors who fight and serve on the battlefield.
You've journeyed far
You've traveled a long and arduous journey.
You've battled hard
You've fought through difficult struggles.
Now you will receive the
Permanent reward
You will now earn your permanent reward.
You've conquered pain
You've overcome the pain that comes with fighting.
You've conquered fear
You've overcome the fear that comes with fighting.
Stand proud and salute
The bloodied flag here
Be honored and salute the flag stained with the blood of our enemies.
You pledged your death and
Your last breath
You've committed to sacrificing your life for our cause.
You are the gears
You are an essential part of our machinery.
We fear not our mortality
We are not afraid of death.
We'll serve to the best of our ability
We will serve with all our might.
We give our lives to our masters
We offer our lives to our leaders.
We vow to smite our enemies
We promise to defeat our foes.
You've mastered death
You've become skilled at avoiding death.
You've mastered fear
You've become skilled at overcoming fear.
You are transformed
You've undergone a great change.
You are stronger
You've become more powerful and able.
Now that you're here
A branded gear
Burned in your flesh
We'll seal the deal
Now that you're here, you will receive a mark burned onto your skin, cementing your membership in our group.
You've conquered fire
You've defeated a powerful and dangerous enemy.
You've conquered ice
You've defeated another powerful and dangerous enemy.
You've tasted blood
You've experienced the violence and brutality of war.
You've taken life
You've killed others in battle.
Become a gear
Join our ranks and become part of our fighting machine.
We bless your skin
We bless you with our mark
Become a part of the clock
Become a gear
We will mark your skin with our blessing and welcome you to become an integral part of our organization.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRENDON SMALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
ChazEevee
My cousin literally used to blast this so much in his car a decade ago until his speakers blew out and had so much static noise. It was great
N N
Based cousin
Jackie Chwan
That's pretty metal
Joel Agrinsoni
Brutal lol
Joey Ketelaars
The only way it should be played really.
Christian Mejia
I'd put my ears right to the speaker so you can witness them bleed 🩸 this songs Great 🙂
Theater Sicko
Hits different after the new movie 🥺✊
reasonablefacsimile
Critics and fans: "Dethalbum isn't really death metal."
Brendan Small: "Hold my gear."
reasonablefacsimile
Critics and fans: "Still not... you know what? Fuck it. 11/10. Would gladly lose hearing again."
kenrick encinas
i think thats part of the joke.
the world of dethklok is a world ruled by stupidd stuff, like the biggest deathmetal band not really playing deathmetal.