Fire in the Hole
Driller Killer Lyrics
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They picked on her and hoped she´d die
But she didn´t die, she took them all to hell
...Fire in the hole
The lyrics of Driller Killer's song "Fire in the Hole" are quite straightforward and tell the story of revenge. The opening line "Revenge is sweet said the ugly duckling" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is referring to someone who was once an outcast or victim and has now taken revenge on those who wronged them. The next line suggests that the person was bullied and perhaps even wished dead by those who picked on them.
However, the victim didn't die and instead took matters into their own hands. "But she didn't die, she took them all to hell" implies that the victim sought vengeance and made their oppressors pay for their actions. The final line "Fire in the hole" adds to the idea of an explosive, fiery revenge that destroys everything in its path.
Overall, the lyrics paint a dark picture of revenge and the aftermath of bullying. It sends a message that one should be careful about how they treat others, as the victims might someday come back with a fiery vengeance.
Line by Line Meaning
Revenge is sweet said the ugly duckling
The ugly duckling, who was once a victim of bullying, believed that getting revenge against her bullies would bring satisfaction.
They picked on her and hoped she'd die
The bullies targeted the ugly duckling with the intention of causing her harm or even death.
But she didn't die, she took them all to hell
Despite the bullies' wishes, the ugly duckling not only survived but also sought to inflict pain and suffering on them.
...Fire in the hole
This phrase indicates that the ugly duckling's revenge was explosive and destructive, implying that the consequences of seeking revenge can be severe and far-reaching.
Contributed by Olivia E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.