The band was on hold due to Rob Evil's incarceration in 2010, but returned with the "I, Commander" 7" in 2013 and recently the new ep "Violence and War" released digitally on Aug 15th 2015 and due on vinyl in September, 2015.
Friday the 13th
Evil Army Lyrics
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Maniac on the loose
Ain't got no butcher knife
Machete takes your life
Stop hiding, start running
Don't worry, he's coming right for you
Then you're trapped by yourself
Everyone dies on Friday the 13th
A masked murderer
Someone you probably heard of
Don't feel no fucking pain
Superhuman strength
Stop lying, stop trying
Don't worry, you're dying
Too late, don't fight
He's gonna end it all tonight
The lyrics of Evil Army's song Friday the 13th paint a gruesome picture of a masked murderer terrorizing his victims with a machete. The song talks about the media frenzy surrounding the maniac on the loose, with news bulletins warning people to stay indoors. But the killer isn't deterred and continues his rampage, with superhuman strength and an unrelenting thirst for blood. The lyrics urge the listener to stop hiding and start running, even though the killer is coming right for them. But in the end, it seems all is futile, and everybody dies on Friday the 13th.
The song Friday the 13th captures the essence of the slasher movie genre, which was especially popular in the 1980s. The themes of senseless violence, dread, and fear were often portrayed in these movies, and Evil Army's song is a fitting tribute to the genre. The lyrics are graphic, but they also reflect the sense of helplessness and despair that often characterize the slasher movies. In some ways, the song also speaks to the sense of vulnerability that people feel in a world where random violence can strike at any moment.
Line by Line Meaning
All over the fucking news
The news is broadcasting about a situation that is garnering attention
Maniac on the loose
A person who is insane and can't be controlled is doing whatever they want
Ain't got no butcher knife
Although the person may not have a specific tool, they are armed with a dangerous weapon
Machete takes your life
The murderer uses a machete to kill
Stop hiding, start running
Don't hide out of fear, but begin moving to avoid danger
Don't worry, he's coming right for you
The person who is being pursued should not fear because the murderer is advancing towards their location
Then you're trapped by yourself
After fleeing or evading, the victim can end up isolated and alone in their precarious situation
Everyone dies on Friday the 13th
Traditionally, this date is associated with a higher risk of bad luck, accidents, or misfortune of some kind
A masked murderer
The killer is wearing an object that covers their face
Someone you probably heard of
The person may be notorious or infamous for prior crimes
Don't feel no fucking pain
The killer is ruthless and indifferent to the suffering they cause
Superhuman strength
The murderer has an inexplicable source of strength and endurance
Stop lying, stop trying
There is no use for lying or attempting to reason with the murderer
Don't worry, you're dying
Unfortunately, the victim's future is not positive
Too late, don't fight
There is no hope of getting away
He's gonna end it all tonight
The murderer's goal is to take the life of the victim tonight.
Contributed by Charlie W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
blackhecatomb
This stuff is mindblowingly great - the S/T album is insane - Awesome Stuff
xXDeathMetalThrasherXx
Evil Army is probably the most interesting act i've heard in years, hope they reform!
Andrew Linnander
Damn, this is so good a got goosebumps.
Doomsday Celebration
Sick shit! The vocals remind me of Colin's from GBH.
deathrider46
i've watched this video so many damn times still fucking great!
Dan2529
the guys voice is so powerful and yet so fuckn killer. i love it.
BoovTheAlmighty
Awesome song, please put it on your myspace!!!
Heretic
its like kill em all, they must love that record for sure!!
Lord Vomitor
Is Rob out of jail now? I want new Evil Army stuff!
Thomas Brown
that was fuckin awesome!