Virus
M.N. Lyrics
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We're glad you survived
We're aligned in our interests
We need you alive
We are a virus
And you've got the itch
We are the pious
The saints of the rich
And you've got the itch
We are the pious
The saints of the rich
If you tried, you could treat us
Instead you chose war
You've abandoned your weakest
It's paradise for
A virus
And you've got the itch
We are the pious
The saints of the rich
We deserve what we're earning
We take what we're due
And you deserve what you're learning
We're taking from you
We deserve what we're earning
We take what we're due
And you deserve what you're learning
We're taking from you
We are a virus
And you've got the itch
We are the pious
The saints of the rich
We are a virus
And you've got the itch
We are the pious
The saints of the rich
The lyrics of M.N.'s song "Virus" can be interpreted as a commentary on the capitalist system and the power dynamics it creates. The repeated phrase "We are a virus" suggests that those in power - the "saints of the rich" - are parasitic and thrive on the exploitation of others. This is reinforced by lines such as "We deserve what we're earning / We take what we're due" and "We're aligned in our interests / We need you alive," which imply that the wealthy are only interested in maintaining and increasing their own power and wealth, even at the expense of others.
The chorus of "Virus" is particularly striking, with its contrast between the self-described "pious" and "saints" and the ominous "itch" that they seem to have infected their victims with. This could be seen as a metaphor for the insidious way in which power can corrupt and infect those who wield it, turning them into uncaring and ruthless oppressors. The line "You've abandoned your weakest / It's paradise for / A virus" suggests that those in power are not only callous, but actively exploit the vulnerability of others for their own gain.
Line by Line Meaning
You should know it's just business
Our actions are solely motivated by profit and self-interest, not personal malice
We're glad you survived
We need you alive in order to continue benefiting from your labor and resources
We're aligned in our interests
Our goals and desires are identical, and we are united in pursuit of them
We need you alive
Your existence is essential to the fulfillment of our plans, and we will not take actions that threaten it
We are a virus
Our presence and activities spread through society, like a disease or infection
And you've got the itch
You are drawn to us and our lifestyle, and cannot resist our influence or power
We are the pious
We view ourselves as morally superior, despite our ruthless and exploitative behaviors
The saints of the rich
We serve and cater to the wealthy elite, who benefit most directly from our actions
If you tried, you could treat us
Alternative approaches, such as negotiation or cooperation, could potentially resolve our conflicts or differences
Instead you chose war
You have escalated the situation through aggression and confrontation, rather than seeking alternative solutions
You've abandoned your weakest
You have neglected or ignored those who are most vulnerable or disadvantaged in society
It's paradise for
Our actions have created a perfect environment for our interests and desires to thrive and flourish
We deserve what we're earning
Our profits and riches are a result of our hard work, cunning, and superiority over others
We take what we're due
We are entitled to receive and claim as much wealth and resources as we desire, regardless of the consequences for others
And you deserve what you're learning
You are facing the consequences of your past actions and decisions, and must learn from them
We're taking from you
We are actively seizing and controlling resources, labor, and power from others, without remorse or regret
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Colin Jackson
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