MDC (Millions of Dead Cops) is an American hardcore punk band formed in Aus… Read Full Bio ↴MDC (Millions of Dead Cops) is an American hardcore punk band formed in Austin, Texas in 1979. The band was subsequently based in San Francisco, California, and are currently based in Portland, Oregon. Originally formed as The Stains before changing their name, the band also changed their name to a different initialism of MDC with every new record released. The band is known for its radical left-wing political views. MDC released material via ex-Dead Kennedys singer Jello Biafra's independent record label Alternative Tentacles. In the 1990s, vocalist Dave Dictor published editorials for the internationally distributed fanzine Maximumrocknroll.

Selected discography:
Millions of Dead Cops (1982)
Smoke Signals (1986)
This Blood's for You (1987)
Metal Devil Cokes (1989)
Hey Cop! If I Had A Face Like Yours... (1991)
Shades of Brown (1993)
Magnus Dominus Corpus (2004)
Mein Trumpf (2017)

Current lineup
Dave Dictor - vocals (1979-present)
Russ Kalita - guitar (2008–present)
Barry Ward - guitar (2017-present)
Mike Smith - bass (2007–present)

Millions of Damn Christians
MDC Lyrics

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Welcome aboard, non-believers, sinners and heathens

Step right this way: Captain Dante at your service

Please hold on rapids ahead

The devil will drag you under

With the fancy tie around your wicked throat

The devil will drag you under

With a soul so heave, you'll never float

First the dozen

Then there were thousands, now they are smiling

Of Arrogant Christians

But those whose faith is lost then

They'll go straight to hell

And those who double cross him

All go straight to hell

You'll go straight to hell

Mr. Gandhi, nut not Hitler, sorry Buddha, sorry Mohammed, but not Reagan

Now they're wealthy

And in control

Got you by your balls

By your soul

Lookout

Overall Meaning

The song "Millions of Damn Christians" by MDC (Millions of Dead Cops) is a commentary on the hypocrisy and arrogance of certain sections of the Christian community. The song begins with an invitation to non-believers, sinners and heathens to board the ship of the Captain Dante, who is a symbolic representation of Satan. The captain warns the passengers about the rapids ahead and tells them that the devil will drag them under with the fancy tie of arrogance around their wicked throat. The implication here is that the Christians who believe they are better than others and are more deserving of salvation because of their faith will be dragged down to hell by their own pride.

The song moves on to describe the smugness of the wealthy and controlling Christian leaders who think they can buy people's loyalty and manipulate them through their faith. The mention of specific personalities like Mr. Gandhi, Buddha, Mohammed and Reagan seems to suggest that the song is not necessarily against any particular religion or ideology, but against the misuse of power and the exploitation of people's emotions and beliefs by those in power. The chorus of the song warns everyone that those who cross the devil, or anyone in power for that matter, will go straight to hell. The song's message seems to be that organized religion, when combined with greed, control and arrogance, can lead to dangerous consequences for both the leaders and the followers.

Line by Line Meaning

Welcome aboard, non-believers, sinners and heathens
MDC welcomes everyone regardless of their religious affiliations.

Step right this way: Captain Dante at your service
Captain Dante leads the way as we embark on a journey through the song.

Please hold on rapids ahead
Be prepared for the intense and provocative content that follows.

The devil will drag you under
The devil is powerful and will cause your downfall.

With the fancy tie around your wicked throat
Even those who appear to be righteous may be corrupt and doomed.

With a soul so heavy, you'll never float
Being burdened with sin and regret may make it impossible for you to achieve peace and salvation.

First the dozen
At first, there were only a few Christians following their faith.

Then there were thousands, now they are smiling
Christians have grown in numbers and now appear to be content with their beliefs.

Of Arrogant Christians
Some Christians may display an entitled and prideful attitude.

But those whose faith is lost then
Those who abandon their faith are seen as lost and misguided.

They'll go straight to hell
Abandoning one's faith may lead to eternal damnation.

And those who double cross him
Betraying God's trust may have dire consequences.

All go straight to hell
Nobody is exempt from the consequences of their actions.

You'll go straight to hell
The listener is warned that they too are at risk of going to hell if they betray their faith or morals.

Mr. Gandhi, but not Hitler, sorry Buddha, sorry Mohammed, but not Reagan
MDC respects some historical figures' teachings, but not all of them, especially those who have caused harm to others during their reign.

Now they're wealthy
Christians may have become successful both financially and socially.

And in control
Christians may hold power over others through politics or other means.

Got you by your balls
Christians may use their faith to manipulate and control others.

By your soul
Christians may use spiritual threats of eternal damnation to force compliance.

Lookout
Be wary of the dangers and potential harm that may come from those who wield power over others.

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