Let the Judas Rot
Hawser Lyrics
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I hope we never cross paths
Or see you face around here man
No good news
Dirt on your hands and I′ll never understand
How you smash what is good and you spoil what is gold
Fingers graze and the weak succumb
But I see right through and I know your kind
I won't walk that line
In the land of rats I still set aside
And I′ll always despise
The filth of greed in your eyes
I see through
What you hide holds no place in my mind
So step the fuck inside
Step inside
The crown is mine
The law is comin' your way
And you know it's time
Say your prayers
Wave goodbye
Head on the scaffold
It′s rollin′ time
The lyrics to Hawser's song Let The Judas Rot speak of betrayal, mistrust, and a strong sense of personal integrity that refuses to succumb to the evils of greed and falsehood. The opening lines highlight the singer’s disappointment in someone who consistently lets them down, setting the tone for the entire song. They express a strong desire to avoid this person and their destructive ways, suggesting that their company would bring nothing but chaos and disharmony. The lyrics go on to comment on how the person in question manipulates and destroys all that is good and valuable in the world, leaving a trail of brokenness and despair in their wake. The song’s chorus emphasizes the singer’s refusal to compromise their values in the face of such negativity, stating that they won't walk the same path as the betrayer but instead remain true to themselves.
The next section of the song is a challenge to the betrayer, where the singer metaphorically asserts ownership over the throne that the Judas person thought they could take. They also warn the betrayer that the law is coming, implying that their crimes will be exposed and they will pay for their treachery. The song ends on a powerful image of the betrayer’s execution, with the phrase "it's rollin' time" referring to the rolling of the scaffold that is used to perform the hanging. Overall, the lyrics to Let The Judas Rot are a commentary on the dangers of deception, greed, and betrayal in society, as well as an assertion of personal morality and defiance against such forces.
Line by Line Meaning
Whenever I get up you just let me down
You always disappoint me when I try to achieve something.
I hope we never cross paths
I don't want to have anything to do with you in the future.
Or see you face around here man
I hope you stay away from my vicinity.
No good news
I don't expect any positive outcome from interacting with you.
Dirt on your hands and I'll never understand
I don't comprehend how you can ruin something good with your negative influences.
How you smash what is good and you spoil what is gold
You have a tendency to destroy anything positive, rendering it worthless.
Fingers graze and the weak succumb
You manipulate vulnerable people with your words and actions.
But I see right through and I know your kind
I am aware of your true character and can't be deceived by you.
Dirt cheap talk in a world of lies but I
You speak insincerely in a world full of deception, but I won't follow your example.
I won't walk that line
I won't behave in the same deceitful manner as you do.
In the land of rats I still set aside
Even in a world full of dishonest people, I remain honest and genuine.
And I'll always despise
I will always strongly dislike and reject your bad behavior.
The filth of greed in your eyes
You are driven by selfishness and materialism, which I find repulsive.
I see through
I am not fooled by your facade and see your true intentions.
What you hide holds no place in my mind
I am not interested in your hidden agenda and refuse to entertain it.
So step the fuck inside
Come forward and face the consequences of your actions.
The crown is mine
I am the leader and I have the power.
The law is comin' your way
You will face punishment for your misdeeds.
And you know it's time
You are aware that justice will soon be served.
Say your prayers
Prepare yourself for the consequences of your actions.
Wave goodbye
You will never be welcomed back.
Head on the scaffold
You will face execution for your crimes.
It's rollin' time
Your fate has been sealed, and the punishment is about to commence.
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