Flotsam and Jetsam has released fourteen studio albums in their career, with the latest being 2021's Blood in the Water. Despite not achieving similar levels of commercial success as some of their thrash metal contemporaries, the band emerged as part of the second wave of the genre in the mid-to-late 1980s (along with Sepultura, Testament and Death Angel), and has enjoyed some moderate success in the United States, with two of their albums (1988's No Place for Disgrace and 1990's When the Storm Comes Down) entering the Billboard 200 chart, and their fourth album Cuatro (1992) cracking the top 30 on the Heatseekers chart.
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Discography
Doomsday for the Deceiver (1986)
No Place for Disgrace (1988)
When the Storm Comes Down (1990)
Cuatro (1992)
Drift (1995)
High (1997)
Unnatural Selection (1999)
My God (2001)
Dreams of Death (2005)
The Cold (2010)
Ugly Noise (2012)
Flotsam and Jetsam (2016)
The End of Chaos (2019)
Blood in the Water (2021)
N.E. Terror
Flotsam and Jetsam Lyrics
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Madness, the modern world at play.
Corruption, from white and blue alike,
Serenity is jeopardised.
Envoys are delt their hands.
Barter with their deadly plans for
Power they deal and trade
Secrets held from humanity.
Errors kept under lock and key
Mistrust, another people lost.
Red atomic double cross - twisted cross.
Famine, plagues the lands they rape,
As they spoon feed tv tape.
Bustling nations horde their rotting wheat,
Bloated tribesmen wither in the heat.
Spotlight on the innocent,
Kiddnapping extortion oil money spent.
Justice bent the eastern way,
Stand up for freedom with your life you'll pay.
Hijackers, terror in the sky
Crackpot colonel spits it in your eye.
Shiite dies to pick a fight,
New mercedes packed with dynamite.
Torture from the hooded nations
Heads of state decapitation.
Control is their ultra plan,
Sacred blood spills upon their hands
Madman don't waste any time,
Murder inside david's shrine.
Bullets riddle wailing wall,
On bloody broken knees they crawl.
chorus:
Hooded madmen make your move,
Tell me something, what you're trying to prove?
Why won't you let me see your face?
My fire's bigger, I'll put you in your place.
Third world, deep freeze hostage plot,
Pray to your God you get caught.
All the world will hear your name,
As you proudly claim your blame.
Struggle behind the murky face,
Panic fronts the world wide race.
At random choose the blood they smear,
Thermo global fear.
Blindman leading the blind,
Mercy gets left behind.
Hopeless victims beg and plead,
Peace is what you need.
My patience is tried and worn,
The number of the flags you've torn.
I've delt with your many threats,
Faceless creature, I'll get you yet.
(repeat chorus)
The song "NE Terror" by Flotsam and Jetsam is a powerful commentary on the state of the world, highlighting the corruption, violence, and chaos that characterize modern society. The lyrics express the frustrations and fears of those who are caught up in this madness and are struggling to maintain their own sense of sanity and serenity in the face of such overwhelming forces.
From the outset, the lyrics suggest the pervasiveness of corruption and the ways in which power is wielded and traded among those who hold it. The image of envoys dealing deadly plans for power is a chilling one, and the mention of big guns adds to the sense of danger and destruction that is looming. Then, the lyrics turn to the theme of secrets and error, suggesting a lack of trust and a serious threat to humanity. The image of the red atomic double cross is a powerful one, evoking the idea of betrayal and danger on a global scale.
From there, the song explores other themes such as famine, terrorism, and the struggle for freedom. The lyrics paint a picture of a world in which innocent people are often caught in the crossfire of powerful forces that are beyond their control. The image of the hooded madman is particularly striking, suggesting the sinister nature of those who are behind some of the world's most heinous acts of violence and terror.
Line by Line Meaning
Wake up to face another day of Madness, the modern world at play.
The world is filled with chaos and corruption, and every day we must confront the harsh reality of this fact.
Corruption, from white and blue alike, Serenity is jeopardised.
Corruption exists at all levels of society, and it is destroying any sense of peace or calm.
Envoys are delt their hands.
Those in power make decisions that impact the lives of many.
Barter with their deadly plans for Power they deal and trade Compare the guns they made - big gun.
Those in power trade plans and weapons in order to hold onto or increase their control.
Secrets held from humanity.
The truth about many things is kept hidden from the public.
Errors kept under lock and key Mistrust, another people lost.
Mistakes or problems are often kept hidden, leading to a lack of trust between individuals and groups.
Red atomic double cross - twisted cross.
The use of nuclear warheads and the threat of war only leads to destruction and chaos.
Famine, plagues the lands they rape, As they spoon feed tv tape.
Those in power exploit the land and the people, leading to famine, disease, and suffering.
Bustling nations horde their rotting wheat, Bloated tribesmen wither in the heat.
Wealthy countries hoard their resources while thousands suffer and die.
Spotlight on the innocent, Kiddnapping extortion oil money spent.
Innocent people are often targeted by the powerful for personal gain.
Justice bent the eastern way, Stand up for freedom with your life you'll pay.
Justice is often biased, and those who fight for freedom may pay with their lives.
Hijackers, terror in the sky Crackpot colonel spits it in your eye.
Terrorism and war only lead to more violence and destruction.
Shiite dies to pick a fight, New mercedes packed with dynamite.
Religious differences and fanaticism are often used as an excuse for acts of violence.
Torture from the hooded nations Heads of state decapitation.
Leaders in power use torture and violence against their own people to maintain control.
Control is their ultra plan, Sacred blood spills upon their hands
Those in power are willing to do whatever it takes to maintain control, even if it means killing innocent people.
Madman don't waste any time, Murder inside david's shrine.
Violence erupts even in places of worship or places thought to be safe.
Bullets riddle wailing wall, On bloody broken knees they crawl.
Even sacred sites are not immune to violence and destruction.
Hooded madmen make your move, Tell me something, what you're trying to prove?
Terrorists and those in power often resort to violence to send a message, but what that message is remains unclear.
Why won't you let me see your face? My fire's bigger, I'll put you in your place.
The powerful often use violence and aggression to intimidate others.
Third world, deep freeze hostage plot, Pray to your God you get caught.
Those in power will use any means necessary to maintain their control and dominance over poor and vulnerable populations.
Struggle behind the murky face, Panic fronts the world wide race.
The true nature of those in power is often hidden or obscured, leading to a sense of confusion and panic.
At random choose the blood they smear, Thermo global fear.
Acts of violence and terrorism only serve to stoke fear and paranoia.
Blindman leading the blind, Mercy gets left behind.
Those in power often lack empathy or concern for those who suffer under their rule.
Hopeless victims beg and plead, Peace is what you need.
Those who suffer under oppressive regimes often seek peace and stability.
My patience is tried and worn, The number of the flags you've torn.
The violent and aggressive tactics of those in power have become exhausting and burdensome.
I've delt with your many threats, Faceless creature, I'll get you yet.
Despite the challenges and obstacles, those who fight for a better world remain committed to their cause.
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Written by: BRAVERMAN, CARLSON, GILBERT, KNUTSEN, NEWSTE
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