Forme… Read Full Bio ↴Morbid Saint is a thrash metal band from Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
Formed in 1986 and split up in 1994, they reformed in 2009.
Current Line Up:
* Patrick Lind - vocals
* Jay Visser - guitar
* Jim Fergades - guitar
* Gary Beimel - bass
* Lee Reynolds - drums
Former members:
* Mike Chappa - bass, vocals (left the band before Spectrum of Death was recorded)
* Bob Sinjakovic - vocals (was replaced by Pat Lind before Spectrum of Death was recorded)
* Tony Paletti - bass (played on Spectrum of Death recording)
Morbid Saint released the Lock Up Your Children demo in 1988, the album re-issued in 1989 by Avenzada Metallica records and later Grindcore International with the name Spectrum of Death. In 1992, Morbid Saint released the Destruction System LP only for the fans.
“Spectrum of Death is considered the holy grail of many Thrashers”
Originally released on a small Mexican label in 1988, Morbid Saint's debut has been
reissued on the Grind Core label in 1992. Combining the vocal brutality and rawness of German and South American thrash bands such as early Sepultura, Sarcofago, Sodom and especially Kreator along with the musical complexity of the bay area American thrash scene, Spectrum of Death is the holy grail of many Thrashers.
Also helping its "Be all end all of thrash" image is that fact that it came out in 1992, the same year Pantera's Vulgar Display of Power debuted at #4 at the billboard 200, marking the demise of thrash and rise of groove and metalcore.
Destruction System -
This was originally supposed to be the second album for Morbid Saint in 1992, but It was given to fans as an advanced cassette. It was never officially released back then. It was engineered at Wave Digital Studios in Gurnee, Illinois in 1992. In 2015, the finished product was released on vinyl.
Thrashaholic -
The band released a remastered set of 'Spectrum of Death' album and the 'Destruction System' demo. The release included 4 new songs and also a live DVD.
Sign Of The Times
Morbid Saint Lyrics
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it smothers me and is holding me down
can't express that which is real
censoring you and the way we feel
It's not the words that kill the millions dead
it's megaton bombs going with fucked up heads
Take a look at yourself get your priorities straight
Environmental homicide
hear it scream when it dies
You can't hear their cries
they can't run or hide
compromise your self with lies
tell me why
Power, freedom
something you to express
Can't put me down
step on me like the rest
fuck you ass hole
I'll tell you what to do
make it vulgar
ram it down in your face
Take a look at yourself
get your priorities straight
just about saving the world
before it is too late
You think you have power
but we're the ones who rule the world
you think that you are so fucking smart
and we're all fools
we're not
I've seen the world crumbling all around
it smothers me and is holding me down
can't express that which is real
censoring you and the way we feel
Environmental homicide
hear it scream when it dies
You can't hear their cries
they can't run or hide
compromise your self with lies
tell me why
I'll tell you one I'll tell you twice
I've got no time for you
hear my statement loud and clear
don't make me spell it out for you
I'll tell you once I'll tell you twice
I've got no time for you
don't tell me there is no hope
to start a life renewed
The lyrics of "Sign of the Times" by Morbid Saint reflect a sense of dissatisfaction with the state of the world and a conviction that urgent action is needed to address societal and environmental problems. The singer sees the world crumbling around them and feels stifled by the pressure of censorship and societal expectations. They want to express something that is real, but feel hindered in doing so.
The lyrics also touch on issues of power, freedom, and the responsibility that comes with them. The singer challenges those who hold power to prioritize saving the world before it's too late, and calls out those who use their power to harm others. The song urges listeners to take a hard look at themselves and their actions, and to make a change before it's too late.
Overall, "Sign of the Times" is a call to action, challenging individuals to take responsibility for the world they live in and to work towards a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
I've seen the world crumbling all around
The world is falling apart and everything seems to be in chaos.
it smothers me and is holding me down
The constant bad news and negativity is overwhelming and depressing.
can't express that which is real
It's difficult to convey the truth and be real in a world that suppresses it.
censoring you and the way we feel
People and society try to suppress our feelings and opinions.
It's not the words that kill the millions dead
Words alone cannot cause destruction and death on a mass scale.
it's megaton bombs going with fucked up heads
Nuclear warfare and those in power with distorted mindsets are responsible for mass destruction and death.
Take a look at yourself get your priorities straight
We need to reassess and prioritize what is truly important in life.
think about saving the world before it's too late
We need to take action to save the earth before it's too late.
Environmental homicide
Destroying the environment is harmful and deadly.
hear it scream when it dies
The environment cries out in pain when it is destroyed.
You can't hear their cries
The destruction of the environment and its inhabitants often goes unnoticed and unheard.
they can't run or hide
The innocent beings of the environment cannot escape or hide from destruction.
compromise your self with lies
Lying and being dishonest with oneself is detrimental to personal growth and development.
tell me why
There needs to be an explanation or justification for destroying the environment and its inhabitants.
Power, freedom
Having power and freedom is important.
something you to express
Having the ability to express oneself is important in achieving power and freedom.
Can't put me down
I will not be silenced or suppressed.
step on me like the rest
I will not let others trample on me like they do to others.
fuck you ass hole
Expressing anger and frustration towards those who oppress and suppress us.
I'll tell you what to do
Taking control and not letting others dictate our actions and choices.
make it vulgar
Being unapologetically blunt and straightforward in our expression.
ram it down in your face
Being forceful and unrelenting in conveying our message.
You think you have power
Those in power believe they have control and influence over others.
but we're the ones who rule the world
The people have the power to make change and shape the world.
you think that you are so fucking smart
Those in power believe they are intelligent and know what's best for everyone.
and we're all fools
The people are seen as foolish and incapable of making informed decisions.
we're not
The people are capable of taking action and making positive change.
I'll tell you one I'll tell you twice
Reiterating a point to ensure it's heard and understood.
I've got no time for you
I have no patience or tolerance for those who oppress and suppress others.
hear my statement loud and clear
Making a strong and clear statement to be heard by others.
don't make me spell it out for you
I shouldn't have to explain or justify my actions to you.
don't tell me there is no hope
Being optimistic and confident in the ability to make positive change.
to start a life renewed
Beginning anew and making changes to live a better life.
Contributed by Skyler E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Alan Falcon
The drums are just fucking amazing! Im glad they finally remastered this song, the best in Destruction System!