Lion's Mouth
Kingdom of Giants Lyrics
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Pledging allegiance to pursuits of immortality
You think they're misled and blind to the truth
When they essentially believe the same fucking thing as you
Their very core beliefs permeate our city streets
A death cult convening on every Sunday
A single spark of doubt Illuminates the darkest corners
You claim "divinity", I insist it's insanity
When let loose the hounds of hell won't tell us apart
They'll rip us apart, they won't tell us apart
Every man, woman, child, they'll rip them apart
Blasphemous or innocent, we'll be blown apart
I don't need a lion's mouth to command greatness
I don't need a lion's mouth to bring the storm
Burden ignorance with understanding
To the "kings" and the churches "saints"
To everything that is weak with age
Crawl back to the caves that you came from
Choke on the scripture every last page
A single spark of doubt Illuminates the darkest corners
You're casting shadows on the walls ignoring your desires
You claim "divinity", I insist it's insanity
When let loose the hounds of hell won't tell us apart
They'll rip us apart, they won't tell us apart
Every man, woman, child, they'll rip them apart
Blasphemous or innocent, they'll rip the world apart
I don't need a lion's mouth to command greatness
I don't need a lion's mouth to bring the storm
The lyrics of "Lion's Mouth" by Kingdom of Giants criticize organized religion and religious extremism. The opening lines introduce the idea of people pursuing immortality in what seems to be a misguided way. The criticism then turns towards organized religion, suggesting that such beliefs are not limited to faraway cults in the desert, but actually permeate our cities in the form of the gathering of a death cult every Sunday. The lyrics suggest that these beliefs can be destructive and dangerous, with the imagery of hounds of hell ripping people apart regardless of their innocence or intentions.
The singer then asserts his own belief system, one that does not require the authority of a lion's mouth (a symbol of power and authority) to command greatness or bring a storm. The lyrics suggest that the way to move forward is by burdening ignorance with understanding and rejecting the doctrines of aged kings and religious saints. Ultimately, the lyrics suggest that a single spark of doubt can lead to illumination, and ignoring one's desires for divinity ultimately leads to insanity.
Line by Line Meaning
Drifting through the desert you will find them
There are people who hold beliefs similar to yours, you just need to look for them
Pledging allegiance to pursuits of immortality
These people are seeking a form of eternal life or legacy
You think they're misled and blind to the truth
You believe that their beliefs are misguided and that they do not see the truth
When they essentially believe the same fucking thing as you
Despite your differences, your core beliefs are basically the same
Their very core beliefs permeate our city streets
Their beliefs are everywhere, even in the city
A death cult convening on every Sunday
Their beliefs are so pervasive that they hold regular meetings and gatherings
A single spark of doubt Illuminates the darkest corners
Doubt has the power to shed light on even the most hidden or mysterious things
You're casting shadows on the walls ignoring your desires
Your fear or doubt is preventing you from pursuing your own desires
You claim "divinity", I insist it's insanity
You believe their beliefs in a divine or immortal realm are insane
When let loose the hounds of hell won't tell us apart
In a chaotic or dangerous situation, it won't matter if you and the others are similar or different in belief
They'll rip us apart, they won't tell us apart
Violence or chaos will harm everyone, regardless of beliefs or innocence
Every man, woman, child, they'll rip them apart
Even the innocent and vulnerable will suffer in a violent or chaotic situation
Blasphemous or innocent, we'll be blown apart
Regardless of guilt or innocence, we all face the same danger in a chaotic or violent conflict
I don't need a lion's mouth to command greatness
You don't need to be showy or aggressive to achieve great things
I don't need a lion's mouth to bring the storm
You don't need to be loud or aggressive to incite change or provoke action
Burden ignorance with understanding
It's important to educate yourself on different beliefs and perspectives
To the "kings" and the churches "saints"
Referring to those in power or authority within religious institutions
To everything that is weak with age
Referring to traditions or beliefs that are outdated and no longer relevant
Crawl back to the caves that you came from
Return to old or primitive ways of thinking
Choke on the scripture every last page
Reject the narrow-mindedness and strict adherence to texts or doctrine
They'll rip us apart, they won't tell us apart
Reiterated from earlier, violence or chaos will harm everyone regardless of beliefs or innocence
Blasphemous or innocent, they'll rip the world apart
Violence or chaos can have devastating consequences for everyone and everything
Contributed by Jordan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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