Heaven Shall Burn's musical style has been described as metalcore, melodic death metal, and deathcore. Their lyrics express strong support for anti-racism and anti-fascism, as well as political resistance and animal rights. All members are vegans or vegetarians and most follow a straight edge philosophy.
Not My God
Heaven Shall Burn Lyrics
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You are not my god
Stupid and sick minds
Try to direct my life
But that don't mean
I need to agree
You are not my god
You are not my god
And live in reality
Please don't tell me
What to do or to leave
Tell me jerks why should I care?
Your words are transparent lies!
I only must grow for myself
Experience my own view of life!
Why don't you leave me alone?
Are you wearin' a crown?
To direct me is not your job
Rot - You are not my god
You are not my god - Not your job!
You failed, that's the only thing that I know - for sure!
You are not my god
You are not my god
I know that I am
And live in reality
Please don't tell me
What to do or to leave
Tell me jerks why should I care?
Your words are transparent lies!
I only must grow for myself
Experience my own view of life!
Why don't you leave me alone?
Are you wearin' a crown?
To direct me is not your job
Rot - You are not my god
You are not my god
Not my god, not my god, not my god
Not my god, not my god, not my god
Not my god, not my god, not my god
The song Not My God by Heaven Shall Burn is a powerful anthem against societal pressure and unwelcome interference in one's life. The lyrics are a direct confrontation to those who try to control others and impose their beliefs on them. The song begins with a firm statement that the subject of the song is not going to be led by those who have sick and stupid minds, even if they try to direct their life. The repeated assertion that the person in question is not someone else's god highlights the idea that no one has the right to dictate or control someone else's life. The phrase "I only must grow for myself" emphasizes the importance of personal growth and self-discovery, independent of societal pressure.
The lyrics also criticize the motives of those who try to control others, dismissing them as "transparent lies" and "jerks." The song suggests that these people are failing, and the subject is not going to be swayed by them. The phrase "Why don't you leave me alone?" reveals the frustration and annoyance of the subject towards those who try to control or direct their actions. The song finishes with a firm, definitive "Not my god" repeated three times, emphasizing the subject's independence and autonomy.
Overall, the song Not My God is a powerful message against societal norms, expectations, and pressures that try to mold individuals into something they are not. It encourages personal growth, self-discovery and urges individuals to be true to themselves and to resist the pressure of conformity.
Line by Line Meaning
You are not my god
I do not worship or follow you.
You are not my god
I do not worship or follow you.
Stupid and sick minds
People who try to control me are foolish and disturbed.
Try to direct my life
They attempt to influence or make decisions for me.
But that don't mean
Their efforts do not obligate me.
I need to agree
I am not required to conform or accept their direction.
You are not my god
I do not worship or follow you.
You are not my god
I do not worship or follow you.
I know that I am
I am aware of my beliefs and identity.
And live in reality
I exist in the present and not in their illusions.
Please don't tell me
Do not instruct me.
What to do or to leave
Do not dictate my actions or choices.
Tell me jerks why should I care?
Why should I listen to their lies?
Your words are transparent lies!
I can see through their deceit.
I only must grow for myself
I must learn and develop according to my own goals.
Experience my own view of life!
I should encounter and perceive the world as I see fit.
Why don't you leave me alone?
Why don't they stop bothering me?
Are you wearin' a crown?
Are they acting as if they are my ruler?
To direct me is not your job
They have no authority over me.
Rot - You are not my god
They are worthless- I do not worship them.
You are not my god - Not your job!
They have no right to direct me.
You failed, that's the only thing that I know - for sure!
Their attempts to influence me have not succeeded.
Not my god, not my god, not my god
I do not worship or follow them.
Not my god, not my god, not my god
I do not worship or follow them.
Not my god, not my god, not my god
I do not worship or follow them.
Contributed by Makayla W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.