As opposed to the aggressive Satanism of many black metal bands, GBK's lyrics take a literate, satirical view of biblical lore. The band is known for incorporating melodic, traditional heavy metal influences while retaining the more unorthodox aspects of black metal songwriting. GBK are one of America's first black metal bands and are true fathers of USBM.
Following the death of Richard Mills (singer on Kosherat) in August of 2006, the band split up, but later reformed to play gigs in 2009-10. The band has been sporadically active and playing gigs ever since with Unhold (Absurd, Luror, Helduntum) taking over as live vocalist. New studio material has been recorded Kohanic Charmers (2022)
Releases
* Goat Of A Thousand Young (1992; demo)
* Triumph of the Hordes (1994; demo)
* A Witness to the Regicide (1996; EP)
* Mocking the Philanthropist (1997)
* The Tricifixion of Swine (2000; EP)
* Judeobeast Assassination (2001)
* Satan is Metal's Master/Sperm of the Antichrist (2001; split)
* Castrate the Redeemer (2001)
* Hobo of Aramaic Tongues/Le Royaume Maudit (2003; split)
* On a Mule Rides the Swindler (2005; EP)
* Kosherat (2005)
* Weltenfeind (2008; split)
* Goat of a Thousand Young / Triumph of the Hordes (2017; compilation)
* Kohanic Charmers (2022)
Shemhamforash
Grand Belial's Key Lyrics
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In the name of Satan I am bourne,
Bestow infernal powers unto me...
Shemhamforash
Ne'er the light my eyes to bear,
Grant me the joys of darkest sin...
Almighty ruler of the night,
Provide me with the gift of sweet revenge...
Shemahamforash
I kiss the throne, caress the musky hooves;
Heed the whines of deadly blasphemy...
Shemhamforash
In the name of Satan I am bourne,
Bestow infernal powers unto me...
Shemhamforash
Blessed are those of the left-hand path,
Cursed be the bastard Nazarene...
Shemhamforash
So it is done'
The lyrics of Grand Belial’s Key’s song Shemhamforash are a supplication to Satan, requesting infernal powers and the joys of the darkest sins. The words invoke the name Shemhamforash, which is believed to be a powerful, secret name of God in Jewish mysticism, but in this context, it is used to summon the demonic energy of Satan. The singer pledges allegiance to the dark lord and seeks revenge against his enemies. He kisses the throne, caresses the musky hooves, and heeds only the whines of deadly blasphemy. The song ends with the phrase “so it is done,” signifying a pact has been made between the singer and Satan.
The lyrics of Shemhamforash reflect the belief in the power of Satanism and the acceptance of evil as a means of gaining strength and control. The use of the name Shemhamforash is a common theme in black metal music, which often incorporates Satanic and occult themes. The song also reflects a rejection of Christianity and the traditional ideas of good and evil. The references to the left-hand path, cursed Nazarene, and dark sins all suggest a rejection of mainstream religion and an embrace of the darker side of humanity. Overall, the lyrics of Shemhamforash are provocative, intense, and imbued with Satanic imagery.
Line by Line Meaning
In the name of Satan I am bourne,
I declare my allegiance to Satan and his ways
Bestow infernal powers unto me...
Grant me supernatural abilities from the depths of Hell
Shemhamforash
May the name of the primordial, fallen angels be invoked
Ne'er the light my eyes to bear,
Let me never see the light of Heaven and its holy purity
Grant me the joys of darkest sin...
Allow me to indulge in the pleasures of the most heinous acts
Almighty ruler of the night,
Addressing the supreme demonic entity in charge of darkness
Provide me with the gift of sweet revenge...
Allow me to take vengeance in the most satisfying way
Shemahamforash
May the name of the primordial, fallen angels be invoked
I kiss the throne, caress the musky hooves;
I humbly show devotion and admiration to the Devil and his minions
Heed the whines of deadly blasphemy...
Listen to my sacrilegious and destructive desires
Blessed are those of the left-hand path,
Acknowledging the alternative, non-conformist way of life in opposition to the mainstream religions
Cursed be the bastard Nazarene...
Condemning Jesus Christ as an illegitimate, false prophet
Shemhamforash
May the name of the primordial, fallen angels be invoked
So it is done
The ritual is completed and the dark agenda set in motion
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@aladantas1302
In the name of Satan I am bourne,
Bestow infernal powers unto me...
Shemhamforash
Ne'er the light my eyes to bear,
Grant me the joys of darkest sin...
Shemhamforash
Almighty ruler of the night,
Provide me with the gift of sweet revenge...
Shemahamforash
I kiss the throne, caress the musky hooves;
Heed the whines of deadly blasphemy...
Shemhamforash
In the name of Satan I am bourne,
Bestow infernal powers unto me...
Shemhamforash
Blessed are those of the left-hand path,
Cursed be the bastard Nazarene...
Shemhamforash
So it is done
@roviot44
In the name of Satan I am bourne
Bestow infernal powers unto me...
Shemhamforash
Ne'er the light my eyes to bear
Grant me the joys of darkest sin...
Shemhamforash
Almighty ruler of the night
Provide me with the gift of sweet revenge...
Shemahamforash
I kiss the throne, caress the musky hooves;
Heed the whines of deadly blasphemy...
Shemhamforash
In the name of Satan I am bourne
Bestow infernal powers unto me...
Shemhamforash
Blessed are those of the left-hand path
Cursed be the bastard Nazarene...
Shemhamforash
So it is done'
@countdunkelheit1389
Words can't describe how excellent this track is
@fenrir5361
It's pretty good
@Hailsatan-om2mn
👌👌
@jackko21
Definitely the greatest black metal band in history in my opinion
@blackspellproductions9698
Respect
@dead.virtue
Best American for sure.
@godwidevoid
Check Deathspell Omega!!
@Nekrist666
I love that band so much.
@drsnooker1776
Amazing intro riff.
@renerodrigues1343
Hail black metal.