Right Hand of Heaven
Front Line Assembly Lyrics


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?? raise your right hand to that

?? now let it go
Seems like time is moving slow
Keep it up

Moving faster from behind
Everyone waits in line
Keep it up

?? makes you blind
Keep it up for all mankind

Don't let it fall

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It's moving slow
Don't let it fall

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But he has amnesia

Don't let it go

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Keep it up
Don't let it go

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Front Line Assembly's song "Right Hand of Heaven" are intentionally cryptic and ambiguous, allowing for a range of interpretations. The opening lines, "Raise your right hand to that / Now let it go," hint at a ritualistic or religious context, with the singer encouraging the listener to give themselves over to something greater than themselves. However, the subsequent lines suggest a sense of urgency and the need to keep moving forward. The phrase "Seems like time is moving slow / Keep it up" could refer to a struggle to persevere in the face of adversity or a feeling that progress is moving too slowly. The repeated injunction to "keep it up" suggests an ongoing effort, perhaps towards a larger goal.


The next lines, "Moving faster from behind / Everyone waits in line / Keep it up," conjure an image of pressure and competition. It's unclear who or what is "moving faster," but the implication is that everyone else is trying to catch up or overtake the listener. The reference to "all mankind" suggests that this struggle is a universal one, rather than an individual one. The lines "Don't let it fall / ?? / ?? / ??" could be interpreted as a plea to not give up or give in, even if the task seems impossible or insurmountable. The repetition of "don't let it fall" underscores the urgency of this message.


The final lines, "But he has amnesia / Don't let it go / ?? / ?? / ??" introduce a new element of confusion and uncertainty. The identity of "he" is unclear, as is the relevance of the reference to amnesia. The phrase "Don't let it go" is repeated several times, suggesting that whatever "it" is, it's important to hold onto it. Overall, the lyrics of "Right Hand of Heaven" are enigmatic and open to interpretation, but they evoke a sense of struggle, urgency, and perseverance in the face of adversity or uncertainty.


Line by Line Meaning

?? raise your right hand to that
Acknowledge your commitment to the cause


?? now let it go
Release your inhibitions and let yourself be consumed by the movement


Seems like time is moving slow
It feels like progress is slow-going, but perseverance is key


Keep it up
Stay dedicated and persistent


Moving faster from behind
The past is rapidly catching up and will soon surround us


Everyone waits in line
People are ready to follow, but require guidance


Keep it up
Stay dedicated and persistent


?? makes you blind
The unnamed force that drives us is all-consuming, blinding us to reality


Keep it up for all mankind
Our efforts are not just for ourselves, but for the betterment of humankind


Don't let it fall
Don't let our progress falter or fail


??
Unspecified plea to continue


It's moving slow
Progress is still sluggish, but momentum is building


Don't let it fall
Don't let our progress falter or fail


??
Unspecified plea to continue


But he has amnesia
Despite setbacks, we must not forget why we started


Don't let it go
Continue striving for the cause


??
Unspecified plea to continue


??
Unspecified plea to continue


Keep it up
Stay dedicated and persistent


Don't let it go
Continue striving for the cause




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