Fear No Evil
Grave Robber Lyrics


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Though I walk through the valley
Of the shadow of death
I fear no evil

I am a worm; Evil men despise me
My strength dried up
They pierce my hands and feet
Count all my bones
To dogs I am prey
My heart turned to wax
Melted away

Come quickly to help me
Deliver my life from the blade




The suffering of the afflicted one
In dust of death, I am laid

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Fear No Evil" by Grave Robber are inspired by the famous Bible verse Psalm 23:4 which reads, "Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." The first verse of the song speaks about walking through the valley of the shadow of death, which is the most fearful place one can imagine. The phrase "valley of the shadow of death" is a metaphor for the dark times and dangers one may encounter in their lives. However, despite the obstacles, the singer claims that he fears no evil because he believes there is something more powerful than the darkness, and that's a force that supports and comforts him.


The second verse of the song is a reference to another Bible verse, Psalm 22:6-21, which talks about a man who is suffering terribly. The lyricist uses metaphors to convey the pain and misery of this man, such as "I am a worm" and "my heart turned to wax, melted away". Despite the pain, the singer still calls out for help, feeling the need for deliverance from the "blade" that threatens his life. The overall message in "Fear No Evil" is a reminder that even amidst trials and suffering, there is hope and resilience that lights the way forward, as long as we are willing to seek it.


Line by Line Meaning

Though I walk through the valley
Despite the hardships I face


Of the shadow of death
In the darkest moments of life


I fear no evil
I am unafraid of the challenges ahead


I am a worm; Evil men despise me
I feel insignificant, rejected and unimportant by wicked people


My strength dried up
My energy is depleted


They pierce my hands and feet
I am wounded and suffering


Count all my bones
I am frail and vulnerable to attack


To dogs I am prey
I am a helpless victim of my enemies


My heart turned to wax
I am filled with fear and weakness


Melted away
I feel defeated and powerless


Come quickly to help me
I need immediate assistance and support


Deliver my life from the blade
Save me from danger and harm


The suffering of the afflicted one
The pain and struggle of those who are oppressed


In dust of death, I am laid
I feel overwhelmed by despair and hopelessness




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