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False Witness is Marco Gomez, an NYC-based "DJ persona, production moniker, and ongoing sound performance" on the queer underground. He reps KUNQ. soundcloud.com/falsewitness
False Witness was a progressive/power metal band from North Delta, British Columbia, Canada. They released a self-titled 4-track demo tape in 1990. This demo (along with 7 bonus tracks) appeared on the compilation Crestfallen King, released by Greek label Arkeyn Steel Records in 2008.
Hand of God
False Witness Lyrics
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The call of an omnipotent being
All consuming and all seeing
So pledge your allegiance to his army of demons
And prepare yourself for the coming war
Festering beneath the skyline
In this world so cold and left behind
This is our time
We watch humanity die
We have lost our way
For your sins we pay
The winds of change are calling
Unveil the hand of God
From the heavens stars are falling
Torn down by the wretched one
Waiting for God to save us
As the fabric of our lives slowly comes undone
Hellish insanity
The weak will drown in their own blood
Nothing can comfort me
Just one more fallen son
Festering beneath the skyline
In this world so cold and left behind
This is our time
We watch humanity die
We have lost our way
For your sins we pay
I am the serpent, a deceiver of souls
I crawled up from my depths to drag you to your hell below
I am fallen, no angel am I
I am the demise of your paradise
Your demise
Beg for forgiveness, hide in your shame
You broke the rules
And now I am your king
One by one I cut you down
One by one I add to my crown
I saw the hand of God crush the life from you
The lyrics of False Witness's song "Hand of God" evoke a dark and ominous atmosphere, exploring themes of power, corruption, and impending destruction. The opening lines portray a sense of temptation and inevitability, suggesting that even though something may be twisted or malevolent, it exerts an irresistible pull on individuals. The mention of an omnipotent being, all-consuming and all-seeing, symbolizes a force that demands allegiance and loyalty, even if it is associated with a malevolent army of demons. This sets the stage for a looming conflict or confrontation.
The reference to the world as "festering beneath the skyline" conveys a sense of decay and neglect, highlighting a sense of abandonment or hopelessness. The idea of watching humanity die and losing their way speaks to a sense of impending doom or downfall, suggesting that society has strayed from its path and is now facing the consequences of its actions. The lyrics connect this despair and chaos to the idea of paying for sins, hinting at a universal reckoning or judgment.
The imagery of the winds of change calling forth the hand of God and stars falling from the heavens conveys a sense of cosmic upheaval and divine intervention. The mention of the wretched one tearing down the stars reflects a sense of rebellion or destruction, as forces beyond human control move towards a cataclysmic event. The anticipation of God's intervention to save humanity amid a crumbling world underscores a sense of desperation and the unraveling of the fabric of existence.
The final verses with references to the serpent, deception, and the fall from grace evoke themes of betrayal and damnation. The imagery of cutting down individuals and adding them to a crown suggests a sinister hierarchy or power dynamic at play, with the singer embodying a malevolent force that revels in chaos and destruction. The chilling final line, "I saw the hand of God crush the life from you," underscores a sense of finality and the overwhelming power of divine judgment, leaving listeners with a haunting and unsettling conclusion.
Line by Line Meaning
Twisted but you can't resist it
Despite its dark nature, you are drawn to it
The call of an omnipotent being
Being drawn to the power of a great force
All consuming and all seeing
It sees everything and takes over completely
So pledge your allegiance to his army of demons
Commit to following the forces of evil
And prepare yourself for the coming war
Get ready for the battle to come
Festering beneath the skyline
Growing in darkness below the surface
In this world so cold and left behind
In a cold, forgotten world
This is our time
Now is the moment we face
We watch humanity die
Witnessing the fall of humanity
We have lost our way
We've strayed from the right path
For your sins we pay
Facing consequences for our wrongdoings
The winds of change are calling
Change is upon us
Unveil the hand of God
Revealing the power of a higher being
From the heavens stars are falling
Stars falling from the sky
Torn down by the wretched one
Destroyed by the evil force
Waiting for God to save us
Hoping for salvation from above
As the fabric of our lives slowly comes undone
Watching as our lives fall apart
Hellish insanity
Insanity from the depths of hell
The weak will drown in their own blood
Those who are vulnerable face a grim fate
Nothing can comfort me
There's no solace to be found
Just one more fallen son
Another lost soul
I am the serpent, a deceiver of souls
Deceptive force taking souls down
I crawled up from my depths to drag you to your hell below
Emerging to bring you down to a dark place
I am fallen, no angel am I
I am not a savior, I am a fallen entity
I am the demise of your paradise
I bring an end to your peace
Your demise
Your downfall
Beg for forgiveness, hide in your shame
Seek forgiveness and try to conceal your guilt
You broke the rules
You disobeyed the laws
And now I am your king
I have taken control over you
One by one I cut you down
Slowly destroying you
One by one I add to my crown
Claiming victory over each conquered soul
I saw the hand of God crush the life from you
Witnessing the power of an ultimate force ending life
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Written by: False Witness
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