Messiah
Lenin Was A Zombie Lyrics
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That’s what Jesus told me
Jesus told me
You gotta follow
That’s what Jesus told me
Jesus told me
Yeah, i see the light
I see what’s right
Cause that’s what i’ve been told
You know my name
You know my face
Cause it’s made of gold
In every church
In every house
Burns a ritual fire
You know my name
You know my face
I am the messiah
You gotta follow
That’s what Jesus told me
Jesus told me
You gotta follow
That’s what Jesus told me
Jesus told me
You ask me to
Heal your wounds
Cause it hurts so much
You gotta pray
You gotta hope
That’s what God wants
If you are
Sick and ill
You are useless
We are strong
We’re chosen ones
We are ruthless
Fight heretics
Kill their addicts
Fight the heathens
Burn what’s written
Fight your master
Fight your best friend
Everyone's a liar
Except for the messiah
You gotta follow
That’s what Jesus told me
Jesus told me
You gotta follow
That’s what Jesus told me
Jesus told me
Fight heretics
Kill their addicts
Fight the heathens
Burn what’s written
Fight your master
Fight your best friend
Everyone's a liar
Except for the messiah
Fight heretics
Kill their addicts
Fight the heathens
Burn what’s written
Fight your master
Fight your best friend
Everyone's a liar
Except for the messiah
The lyrics of "Messiah" by Lenin Was A Zombie delve into themes of religious manipulation, blind faith, and the abuse of power in the name of a higher authority. The repetition of the lines "You gotta follow, That’s what Jesus told me, Jesus told me" serves as a mantra that emphasizes obedience and unquestioning adherence to a perceived divine commandment. This repetition highlights the pressure put on individuals to conform to a certain belief system and follow the instructions given in the name of a religious figure.
The following verses bring forth a portrayal of the singer as a figure of authority, claiming to be the messiah and demanding recognition and reverence from others. The lines "You know my name, You know my face, I am the messiah" showcase a sense of entitlement and self-aggrandizement, suggesting a God complex that manipulates followers into worshiping a false idol. The imagery of "Burns a ritual fire" in every church and house further symbolizes the all-encompassing control and influence the supposed messiah exerts over the lives of believers.
The lyrics then take a darker turn as they describe the demands placed on followers, emphasizing the need to pray, hope, and rely on divine intervention for healing and strength. The dehumanizing language used to describe those who are sick and ill as "useless" and the followers as "chosen ones" showcases a theme of elitism and the exploitation of vulnerability for the gain of those in power. The call to "Fight heretics, Kill their addicts, Fight the heathens" reflects a dangerous ideology of intolerance and violence justified in the name of righteousness and purity.
Overall, "Messiah" by Lenin Was A Zombie paints a vivid picture of the dangers of blind faith, manipulation, and the abuse of power within religious contexts. It serves as a cautionary tale against the blind following of charismatic leaders who exploit the trust and faith of their followers for their own gain, feeding into a cycle of control, manipulation, and violence in the name of a higher authority.
Line by Line Meaning
You gotta follow
One must obey and adhere to the teachings and guidance provided
That’s what Jesus told me
This is the message that I have received from a higher power
Jesus told me
The words and instructions have come directly from a divine source
Yeah, i see the light
I have found enlightenment and clarity
I see what’s right
I understand what is morally correct and just
Cause that’s what i’ve been told
Because this is what I have been taught and instructed to believe
You know my name
My presence and identity are widely recognized
You know my face
My appearance holds significance and power
Cause it’s made of gold
My identity is precious and valuable
In every church
Within every place of worship
In every house
Within every home
Burns a ritual fire
There is a flame of devotion and dedication
I am the messiah
I am the chosen savior and leader
You ask me to
You request and seek assistance from me
Heal your wounds
To mend and repair your emotional or physical pain
Cause it hurts so much
Because the suffering is unbearable
You gotta pray
It is necessary to engage in prayer
You gotta hope
To have faith and trust in a positive outcome
That’s what God wants
This aligns with the desires and intentions of a higher power
If you are
In the event that you are
Sick and ill
Experiencing illness and disease
You are useless
You are deemed unproductive and unworthy
We are strong
We possess great strength and power
We’re chosen ones
We have been selected for a special purpose
We are ruthless
We are without mercy or compassion
Fight heretics
Engage in combat against those who hold unorthodox beliefs
Kill their addicts
Eliminate those who follow unconventional practices
Fight the heathens
Battle against those who do not adhere to the established religion
Burn what’s written
Destroy any teachings or writings that contradict the accepted beliefs
Fight your master
Challenge and resist authority figures
Fight your best friend
Oppose even those closest to you
Everyone's a liar
All individuals are deceitful and untrustworthy
Except for the messiah
With the exception of the chosen savior
Except for the messiah
With the exception of the chosen savior
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