They are probably best known for their spectacular live performances and have such credits to their name as:
UK Hard Dance Awards - Best Live Act - Winner 2004 & 2005
Mixmag Dance Music Awards - Best Live Act (all genres) - Winner 2003 / Runner-Up 2004
In September 2006 a statement was posted on the Lab 4 website announcing that Les and Adam were calling it a day at the end of 2006.
The Witch
Lab-4 Lyrics
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Driven by a state of panic
Terrified it could be satanic
Trembling at the thought
Of the evil she has brought
Afraid of what she will send
How will this come to an end
Pleading for freedom from their curses
Wanting to purge this from their land
Desperately they devised a plan
Kill the witch
Hang her till she's dead
For her crime there is no justice
Make her die for her sins
Kill the witch
Hang her till she's dead
For her crime thrre is no justice
Make her die for her sins
Kill the witch
Kill the witch
Trembling at the thought
Of the evil she has brought
Afraid of what she will send
We must bring this to an end
The Witch
Driven by a state of panic
Terrified it could be satanic
But
The truth is
They were wrong
Tricked again by those devils
Conned into irrational ideas
The price was paid by a mother
Hung to death because of fear
But
The truth is
They were wrong
Tricked again by those devils
Conned into irrational ideas
The price was paid by a mother
Hung to death because of fear
The lyrics of Lab-4's song "The Witch" delve into the story of a witch who is wrongly accused and condemned by a superstitious community driven by fear. The first verse highlights the panic and terror that the witch feels, as she realizes she is being perceived as something evil and satanic. The lyrics suggest that the witch is in a state of distress, trembling at the very thought of the evil reputation she has acquired and worried about the consequences she may face. The overarching theme here is the atmosphere of fear and paranoia surrounding the witch.
The chorus repeats the idea of killing the witch and hanging her until she is dead. This signifies the extreme measures that the community is willing to take to rid themselves of this perceived threat. The repetition of these lines intensifies the sense of injustice and lack of mercy towards the accused. It also hints at the absence of a fair trial or any judicial process, with the community taking it upon themselves to carry out a violent act without considering the possibility of the witch's innocence.
The second verse reinforces the fear and distress of the witch, highlighting the ongoing feeling of evil and the urgent need to bring an end to it. The repetition of the first verse's lines serves to emphasize the continuing torment and uncertainty faced by the accused. Despite the witch's panic and attempt to defend herself, the community remains steadfast in their belief that she is guilty.
The final lines of the song reveal the tragic truth: the community was wrong in their assumptions and beliefs. They were fooled and manipulated by those who capitalized on their irrational ideas and superstitions. The price paid for this deception was the life of an innocent mother who was hanged to death out of fear. These lines shed light on the devastating consequences of allowing fear and ignorance to guide actions, showcasing the tragedy and injustice that resulted from the witch hunt.
Overall, the lyrics of "The Witch" explore the themes of fear, injustice, and the destructive power of irrational beliefs. The song serves as a cautionary tale, urging listeners to question and challenge societal superstitions and prejudices that can lead to the persecution and suffering of innocent individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
Driven by a state of panic
Motivated by a deep sense of fear and anxiety
Terrified it could be satanic
Frightened that it may be connected to devilish forces
Trembling at the thought
Shaking with fear and apprehension
Of the evil she has brought
Concerned about the harm and negativity caused by her actions
Afraid of what she will send
Feeling fearful of the consequences she may bring
How will this come to an end
Questioning how this situation will be resolved
Congregations gathered in churches
Groups of people assembling in religious buildings
Pleading for freedom from their curses
Begging to be released from their afflictions or hexes
Wanting to purge this from their land
Desiring to eliminate this problem from their territory
Desperately they devised a plan
With great urgency, they created a strategy
Kill the witch
Take the witch's life
Hang her till she's dead
Execute her by hanging until she ceases to live
For her crime there is no justice
No fair judgment or punishment for her supposed wrongdoing
Make her die for her sins
Cause her to perish as a result of her transgressions
Kill the witch
Terminate the existence of the witch
Trembling at the thought
Shaking with fear and apprehension
Of the evil she has brought
Concerned about the harm and negativity caused by her actions
Afraid of what she will send
Feeling fearful of the consequences she may bring
We must bring this to an end
We need to put an end to this situation
The Witch
Referring to the woman accused of being a witch
Driven by a state of panic
Motivated by a deep sense of fear and anxiety
Terrified it could be satanic
Frightened that it may be connected to devilish forces
But
However
The truth is
In reality
They were wrong
Their beliefs and accusations were incorrect
Tricked again by those devils
Deceived once more by malevolent individuals
Conned into irrational ideas
Fooled into accepting illogical concepts
The price was paid by a mother
A mother suffered the consequences
Hung to death because of fear
Executed by hanging due to the prevalent fear
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Shane Clavette
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Carl Butler
Absolutely one of the best tunes
QUANTUM SNEAK
Dance with me !!!
Jamie Hemmy
you gotta come bk to this man got so fked up in the stratford rex to this
Martin Easten Music
I dunno if u can get this album anymore, I've been tryin for a while. I might just try gettin in touch with Adam or les and see if I could blag a copy! Rapture, (go in hard) is the best choon on da album IMO!
Мы не Они
Track bomba old school rave.
Justrhythm8
@rylze EVILUTION was the album. Had an unmixed cd and a live @ Pickle cd. I think Jesus built my car was called Dingaling!? Problem is mate my cd's are so battered i could only rip a couple of tracks :(
Justrhythm8
@trowbridge2 It is was Close Encounters of The Third Kind - Track was called C.E.3, was the b-side to Reformation 2 :)
LSP
Got this on Nine Inch Nails label TUNE!!!!!
Mark Marks
Think you will find it`s one inch records Lee
Devon Larratt's Burnt Pancakes
The absolutely rudest dance track ever created..! The double drop at 3:52 fucking rips it!!!!!