Rasputin
Johnny Hollow Lyrics
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Let me dissolve your moral ties
I'll tranquilize I'll tantalize
I'll move you with my lusty sighs
Beyond darkened paths
You call my name
You want me
I am Rasputin
Let me draw you in
Take this evil grin
And love me for my sins
With mystic touch
Life in my clutch
Cling to me like an evil crutch
Saint or sinner, friend or foe?
I am the saviour you'll never know
I am Rasputin
Let me draw you in
Take this evil grin
And love me for my sins
Withen this spell my soul to sell
I'll carve your winding path to hell
Saint or sinner, friend or foe?
I am the saviour you'll never know
I am Rasputin
Let me draw you in
Take this evil grin
And love me for my sins
My plans unfold
These truths I've sold
From God I'm sent
Or so I'm told
The song "Rasputin" by Johnny Hollow is a dark and seductive tribute to the notorious Russian monk, healer, and political advisor Grigori Rasputin. The lyrics explore themes of power, temptation, and corruption, as the singer, who identifies themselves as Rasputin, lures the listener into a web of sin and desire. The opening lines, "Look in these eyes of changing dyes / Let me dissolve your moral ties," suggest that Rasputin is a master manipulator, capable of bending others to his will and convincing them to abandon their moral compasses. He promises to "tranquilize" and "tantalize" the listener, using his "lusty sighs" to entice them into his world.
The chorus of the song repeats the refrain "I am Rasputin / Let me draw you in / Take this evil grin / And love me for my sins," emphasizing Rasputin's confidence and charisma. He presents himself as a complex figure, both saint and sinner, friend and foe. He claims to be a "saviour" of sorts, but one that the listener will never truly know. The third verse adds a layer of menace, with the line "Withen this spell my soul to sell / I'll carve your winding path to hell." Rasputin's promises of pleasure and enlightenment come at a price, and the listener must be willing to sacrifice themselves to fully embrace his teachings.
Overall, "Rasputin" is a haunting and hypnotic song that invites the listener to explore their own darkness and desire. Through the character of Rasputin, the lyrics suggest that true power comes from embracing one's flaws and embracing the chaos of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Look in these eyes of changing dyes
My eyes may change color, but they are a reflection of the charismatic personality that will attract you
Let me dissolve your moral ties
You don't need to worry about your morals with me, let go of society's expectations and give in to our desires
I'll tranquilize I'll tantalize
I'll calm your nerves and excite your senses
I'll move you with my lusty sighs
My passion is contagious, feel it with me
Beyond darkened paths
I exist beyond the norms of what society deems appropriate
You call my name
You are drawn to me
You want me
Your desires lead you to me
You need me...
You don't realize it yet, but I am the one you need in your life
I am Rasputin
I embody the controversial Russian monk Grigori Rasputin, known for his seductive powers
Let me draw you in
Come closer, let me entice you
Take this evil grin
My cunning smile might seem ominous, but it's part of my charm
And love me for my sins
Accept me, flaws and all, because my transgressions make me who I am
With mystic touch
My touch is more than just physical, it has a magical quality to it
Life in my clutch
If you give yourself over to me, I'll hold tight and never let go
Cling to me like an evil crutch
You might know deep down that I'm not good for you, but you can't resist relying on me anyway
Saint or sinner, friend or foe?
It's hard to tell what kind of person I am, is it possible to truly know someone's intentions?
I am the saviour you'll never know
I might be the one to lead you astray, but in my own twisted way I am saving you from yourself
Within this spell my soul to sell
If you succumb to my seduction, I can make you do anything I want
I'll carve your winding path to hell
I'll take you on a journey of temptation and sin that can only end in chaos and despair
My plans unfold
I have a detailed strategy for ensnaring you and leading you into my web
These truths I've sold
I'm not always truthful, but I have a way of making you believe in what I say
From God I'm sent
I might seem like an otherworldly being, meant to save or destroy you, depending on my whim
Or so I'm told
Of course, all of this could just be a story I tell myself to justify my actions and existence
Contributed by Tristan O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.