Mongrel were a Brooklyn based black metal band from the House Of First Light.
Mongrel from Eastern Massachusetts are a metal- and hard-rock-influenced punk band formed in 2003, with vocalist Jessica Sierra, guitarist Adam Savage, bassist Rev, and drummer Dave K currently making up the band's lineup. Mongrel has toured extensively throughout the U.S., sharing stages with metal and punk legends such as Fear, The Misfits, GWAR, Korn, GWAR, Sepultura, Otep, Fu Manchu, Blitzkid, Dizzy Reed (Guns N' Roses), The Exploited, and Prong. Their album Fear, Lies, and Propaganda was re-released in 2008 on Screaming Ferret Records. In 2009 the Revenge ep was released on Immolation Records. During 2010 Mongrel parted ways with their long time male singer and were joined by new vocalist Jessica Sierra with whom the band recorded and released the ep The New Breed of Old School in September 2010, the ep Declamation in May 2011, and the full length album Reclamation anticipated in the summer of 2011. http://www.mongrelband.com
Mongrel are a hip-hop indie band formed in Sheffield, England in 2008, consisting of Jon McClure and Joe Moskow (Reverend and The Makers), Low-key (Poisonous Poets), Andy Nicholson and Matt Helders (Arctic Monkeys), Drew McConnell (Babyshambles) and Jagz Kooner.
The band released their first album Better Than Heavy on the 7th March 2009, and are due to tour later this year. The content of their music is political, with the majority of their songs having lyrics which challenge government issues. The band have announced they will play a show at London's Boston Arms on November 5, with a four track digital EP due for release the same day. Released on the Wall of Sound label, the EP feature debut track The Menace.
http://www.myspace.com/wearemongrel
Death Metal/ Hardcore band from San Diego, California called Mongrel. Release a Demo on 2022 " Off The Leash".
https://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Mongrel/3540503425
Lies
Mongrel Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
This is a try for
for conquering and burning down parlament like Guy Fawkes
Cuz them smileys MPs are (?) guys behind doors
They not representing me, so why should I abide law
I was born in this country, now I'm foreign
Come on (or Common?) there's nothing common
About the house of commons
Pay attention if you'r not, cuz you should wanna listen
You might doubt, but trust me it's good advice
Don't be suprised to find out this country is full of lies
Listen to this lyricist intellegent visionary,
Better than heavy like the american military
We pay tax why theres ? on the street
I'm not talking about rappers
When I say there's bitter killers on the beat
I swear down, I won't fail to get these answers
If I'm thrown in jail I want the same cell with Jeffrey Archer(?)
Chorus:
The whole country is full of lies,
You all gonna die and die like flies,
I don't trust you anymore or what you're saying!
The whole country is full of lies,
You all gonna die and die like flies,
I don't trust you anymore or what you're saying!
You're Not gangstas, gordon browns a proper gansta
Every day we pay him to stare at his propaganda
Government means grave tickets, giving us mugs
The guns, fucking guns and the pain killers
I know a man that has to blaze every eight minutes
Before he knows it the whole of hes days finished
Me I know the system, I know my place in it
I realise I not recognise this great british
Chorus:
The whole country is full of lies,
You all gonna die and die like flies,
I don't trust you anymore or what you're saying!
The whole country is full of lies,
You all gonna die and die like flies,
I don't trust you anymore or what you're saying!
Just cos they're around to get me
Doesn't meat I'm paranoid
I just understand the things I can't and I can avoid
If anything I've got to say offends you, I'm sorry mate
Just be glad I'm sexing up your wife like a ?
Your little girl's (modifed?) to world
She's plasticine, she thinks life's about TV and eat magazine
Politicians are fucking prostitues having a gamble
You don't like me, spin on this like Alastair Campbell
Chorus:
The whole country is full of lies,
You all gonna die and die like flies,
I don't trust you anymore or what you're saying!
The whole country is full of lies,
You all gonna die and die like flies,
I don't trust you anymore or what you're saying!
The lyrics of Mongrel's song "Lies" criticize the British government and its policies. The rapper suggests that parliament is corrupt and does not represent the people of the UK fairly. He compares himself to Guy Fawkes, a historical figure who attempted (unsuccessfully) to blow up the House of Lords in 1605. Furthermore, he argues that the politicians in power are not "gangstas," but rather Gordon Brown, the Prime Minister at the time, is the real "gangsta" due to his involvement in propaganda.
Mongrel then goes on to criticize other aspects of British society, such as the high numbers of homeless people and gang violence. He contrasts these issues with the luxurious lifestyles of politicians and other members of the elite. The rapper is unapologetic in his lyrics, suggesting that he will not be silenced even if he is thrown in jail.
Overall, the message of the song is one of distrust and disillusionment with the government and those in power.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand up and fight for the cause
We must take action and stand up for what we believe in
This is a try for for conquering and burning down parlament like Guy Fawkes
We must overthrow the corrupt politicians and take back our power
Cuz them smileys MPs are (?) guys behind doors
The politicians may seem friendly, but they are deceitful and manipulative behind closed doors
They not representing me, so why should I abide law
If the politicians do not represent the people, why should we follow their laws?
I was born in this country, now I'm foreign
Despite being born here, I feel like a stranger in my own country due to the corruption and lies
Come on (or Common?) there's nothing common About the house of commons
The name 'House of Commons' is misleading as there is nothing common about the wealthy and privileged politicians who live there
I'm unbelivable like a good politician
I am unlike the politicians who are known for their lies and deceit
Pay attention if you'r not, cuz you should wanna listen
Everyone should pay attention to what is happening in politics and want to listen to voices of dissent
Don't be suprised to find out this country is full of lies
Many things we are told about this country are untrue, and we should not be surprised to learn of the lies
Listen to this lyricist intellegent visionary, Better than heavy like the american military
Listen to me, because I am an intelligent and visionary rapper, better than the oppressive American military
We pay tax why theres ? on the street
We pay taxes, yet there are still homeless and impoverished people on the streets
I'm not talking about rappers When I say there's bitter killers on the beat
There are violent criminals on the streets, and I am not referring to fellow rappers
I swear down, I won't fail to get these answers
I am determined to get to the bottom of the corruption and lies in our government
If I'm thrown in jail I want the same cell with Jeffrey Archer(?)
Even if I am imprisoned for speaking out, I will not back down and will demand to be treated fairly
The whole country is full of lies, You all gonna die and die like flies, I don't trust you anymore or what you're saying!
The country is rife with lies, and I no longer trust the politicians or their words
You're Not gangstas, gordon browns a proper gansta
The politicians are not true gangsters, but Gordon Brown is a real criminal
Every day we pay him to stare at his propaganda
We fund the government to create propaganda to maintain their control over us
Government means grave tickets, giving us mugs
The government is a means of controlling us and making us believe we are free when we are not
The guns, fucking guns and the pain killers
The government allows access to deadly weapons and addictive drugs, despite their harm to society
I know a man that has to blaze every eight minutes
I know someone who has to smoke marijuana every eight minutes to cope with the harsh realities of life
Before he knows it the whole of hes days finished
Life passes by quickly, and many struggle to survive in a corrupt society
Me I know the system, I know my place in it
I am aware of the corrupt system and my limited power within it
I realise I not recognise this great british
I do not recognize or agree with the supposed greatness of Britain due to its lies and corruption
Just cos they're around to get me Doesn't meat I'm paranoid
Just because the government is potentially after me does not mean I am paranoid, but rather aware of their tactics
I just understand the things I can't and I can avoid
I am aware of the things I cannot change and focus on what I can control
If anything I've got to say offends you, I'm sorry mate
If my words upset you, I apologize, but I will not censor myself
Just be glad I'm sexing up your wife like a ?
Be glad that I am only speaking out against the government and not engaging in violence or harming innocent people
Your little girl's (modifed?) to world She's plasticine, she thinks life's about TV and eat magazine
The younger generation has been brainwashed by consumer culture and media, leading to a shallow and unrealistic view of life
Politicians are fucking prostitues having a gamble
The politicians are like prostitutes, selling themselves and engaging in risky behavior for personal gain
You don't like me, spin on this like Alastair Campbell
If you do not like me, you can spin me like a politician by using media tactics like Alastair Campbell
Writer(s): Andy Nicholson, Drew Mcconnell, Jon Mcclure, Joe Newman, Kareem Dennis
Contributed by Scarlett Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
antonybridge1989
the thing is they start with good ideas but are tainted by the system an soon become pawns in a power struggle
Chillzone
im unbelievable like a good politician hrhr