In April 2009, a new lineup was announced with Cazares returning and Gene Hoglan as drummer. Bell and Stroud are both reprising their respective roles, and the band completed a seventh studio album entitled Mechanize. Former members Christian Olde Wolbers and Raymond Herrera (both currently playing in Arkaea) dispute the legitimacy of the new lineup, and a legal battle is underway from both parties. The band has performed at three Ozzfests as well as the inaugural Gigantour and has had singles in the US Mainstream Rock Top 40 and albums in the Billboard Top 40, 100, and 200. The band has sold more than 1 million albums in the US alone.
Hi-Tech Hate
Fear Factory Lyrics
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Around our world, threat to us all
Operated by fears, cold over years
Systematic death, terminal breath!
Leaders of our time just stand behind
An arsenal to end us all
Fighting a war, we can't ignore
We are losing, weapons controlling
This is the hour of your reckoning
These weapons of mass destruction
Around our world, threat to us all
Fighting a war, we can't ignore
Destined to fall, cowards to all!
We are losing, weapons controlling
This is the hour of your reckoning
No more arsenal threatens all
Heading for a downfall
Mass destruction, mass destruction
Mass destruction for all
The lyrics to Fear Factory's song Hi-Tech Hate speak to the dangers of weapons of mass destruction and the role of leaders in perpetuating warfare. The lyrics describe these weapons as a threat to everyone, operated by fear and resulting in death. The leaders of our time are described as cowardly, hiding behind an arsenal of weapons that could end us all. The lyrics also suggest that we have reached a point where we are losing control of these weapons, and that it is time for a reckoning. The chorus repeats the warning of mass destruction and the impending downfall.
These lyrics serve as a commentary on the state of global affairs and the ever-increasing danger posed by weapons of mass destruction. The song suggests that the world is headed for disaster if we don't take action to curb the influence of these weapons. It also highlights the role of leaders in perpetuating this cycle of violence and the need for them to take responsibility for the consequences of their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
These weapons of mass destruction
Referring to the deadly weapons created by mankind, capable of mass destruction and posing a threat to everyone.
Around our world, threat to us all
These weapons are distributed globally and pose a threat to everyone everywhere.
Operated by fears, cold over years
Our fears of insecurity and aggression have driven us to create these weapons over many years, leading to their use and controlled by those same fears.
Systematic death, terminal breath!
The use of these weapons leads to systematic death and destruction, causing catastrophic damage that results in certain death.
Leaders of our time just stand behind
The leaders of today are overseeing the production of these weapons, but are not taking any real action to prevent their use.
An arsenal to end us all
Their power is such that, if utilized, they could potentially end humanity.
Fighting a war, we can't ignore
We are currently embroiled in conflicts that only exacerbate the threat of these weapons.
Destined to fall, cowards to all!
No matter how mighty some may be, in the face of these weapons of mass destruction we are all destined to fall as cowards.
We are losing, weapons controlling
The proliferation and use of these weapons have caused humanity to lose control over them, and as a result they are in charge of us.
This is the hour of your reckoning
Humanity is coming close to the time where they will face the consequences of their decision to create such destructive weapons.
No more arsenal threatens all
The threat of these weapons would no longer exist if we stopped their production.
Heading for a downfall
The continual production and use of these weapons will lead to the downfall of humanity
Mass destruction, mass destruction
The repetitive use of these weapons will result in grave damage to the planet and its inhabitants.
Mass destruction for all
No one can be shielded from the destructive nature of these weapons, and as a result, mass destruction awaits us all.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BURTON C. BELL, CHRISTIAN OLDE WOLBERS, DINO A.M. CAZARES, RAYMOND HERRERA
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