Music and lyrics of Erblast were very similar to another famous project of Henke - Goethes Erben, but Erblast was for the artist an opportunity for trying singing e.g. English language.
Saddams Requiem
Erblast Lyrics
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mein Rat zur Volksgesundheit: Bringt Euch um!
Adolf war klug genug, zumindest was diese Entscheidung anging.
Leider brannte er nicht - oder doch - wer weiß das schon?
Fanatisch radikal?
Blutmalende, dumme…
vom Geist oder Verstand anderer
Debile Anbeter gestriger Quarkspucker…
Süßsauer angemachte Terroristenbrut…
Warum nur ist der Mensch so dumm
und läßt sich nicht nur im Bett von zarter Frauen oder Männerhand verführen?
Warum nur ist der Mensch so dumm
und läßt sich nicht nur im Bett von zarter Frauen oder Männerhand verführen?
Unbefriedigte folgen radikalem Gedankengut in die geistige Impotenz.
Saddams Huren sind längst tot, so sucht er anderswo Befriedigung.
Saddams Huren sind längst tot!
Auch wenn es niemanden stört:
Ich bin nicht stumm,
nicht taub,
nicht blind,
noch dumm,
aber leider wie viele denkende Menschen ein wenig faul.
Allah ist groß und glaubt an Gott
und beide an das Gute!
Allah ist groß…
…und beide singen sie zu Saddams Requiem.
The lyrics of Erblast's song "Saddam's Requiem" contain references to Saddam Hussein, Adolf Hitler, and their followers. The lyrics express disgust for the fanatical, radical, and deranged behavior of these political leaders and their supporters. The song's chorus questions why humans are so easily led astray by extremist ideologies, while also referencing the sexual desires that motivate some individuals to pursue violent, destructive paths.
The first verse of the song warns against following in Saddam Hussein's footsteps, as the singer suggests that the best course of action for the health of the people is suicide. The reference to Adolf Hitler's intelligence in this context may be interpreted as a cynical condemnation of the Nazi leader's use of suicide as a form of political statement or as an attempt to suggest that Hitler's decision to commit suicide was a wise one. The second verse contains a litany of insults for those who blindly follow the radical ideologies of dictators like Saddam and Hitler. The chorus appears twice, first as an admonition against mental and spiritual atrophy, and secondly as a reminder that both Allah and God are united against evil and embrace good.
Overall, "Saddam's Requiem" is a song that critiques the fanaticism and nihilism embraced by those who follow dictators and extremist ideologies. It highlights the dangers of blindly following leaders who claim to offer salvation or justice, instead highlighting the destruction and suffering that result from such pursuits.
Line by Line Meaning
Saddams dieser Erde
Talking about Saddam Hussein, the former leader of Iraq.
mein Rat zur Volksgesundheit: Bringt Euch um!
The artist is sarcastically suggesting that suicide is the best way to improve one's overall health.
Adolf war klug genug, zumindest was diese Entscheidung anging.
Referring to Adolf Hitler and insinuating that he was wise to commit suicide rather than face the consequences of his actions.
Leider brannte er nicht - oder doch - wer weiß das schon?
The artist is unsure whether or not Hitler actually died in the way that history suggests.
Fanatisch radikal?
Questioning the extreme, zealous beliefs that motivate people to commit horrendous acts.
Blutmalende, dumme…
Insulting the people who follow these beliefs and commit horrific acts of violence.
vom Geist oder Verstand anderer
Insinuating that these people are not capable of thinking for themselves and are instead controlled by a group mentality or leader.
...verquert denkende Idiotenbrut.
Labeling these individuals as twisted, idiotic, and harmful to society.
Debile Anbeter gestriger Quarkspucker...
Using derogatory language to describe people who hold outdated and absurd beliefs.
Süßsauer angemachte Terroristenbrut...
Describing terrorists as being like a sour-sweet sauce, i.e. having a complex and contradictory nature.
Warum nur ist der Mensch so dumm und läßt sich nicht nur im Bett von zarter Frauen oder Männerhand verführen?
Questioning why people aren't content with simple pleasures like sex, and instead feel the need to pursue extremist ideologies or violent acts.
Unbefriedigte folgen radikalem Gedankengut in die geistige Impotenz.
Suggesting that people who follow radical beliefs are unfulfilled and suffer from mental impotence.
Saddams Huren sind längst tot, so sucht er anderswo Befriedigung.
Referencing Saddam Hussein's rumored use of prostitutes and implying that he now seeks gratification in other ways.
Auch wenn es niemanden stört: Ich bin nicht stumm, nicht taub, nicht blind, noch dumm, aber leider wie viele denkende Menschen ein wenig faul.
The artist is not silent, ignorant, or apathetic, but admits that they — like many other intelligent people — can sometimes be lazy.
Allah ist groß und glaubt an Gott und beide an das Gute!
Asserting that Allah and God believe in the same moral principles.
Allah ist groß… und beide singen sie zu Saddams Requiem.
Saying that both Allah and God would mourn Saddam's death and pay tribute to him through Erblast's song.
Contributed by Madison B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.