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Bastard
Motorhead Lyrics
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You never saw a politician who wasn't a liar
Not even the greedy ones
It's all bullshit man, it's all control
They want you to do what they say
Because their word is better than that other guy
(Right?) and it's not, you should be sufficient in yourself
You should do the best you can to
(Yeah) not suck from it
You should make it better, you should give to it
All politics are assholes
Don't ask me how I feel today
I only want to get away
I don't understand the words
You want to hear me say
I don't believe there's anyone
On earth to stop us going wrong
Don't ask why I like silence
I'll shake you to the bone
Shake you to the bone
The way we treat the world we have is criminal and cruel
We steal the air we breathe and that ain't cool
You really want to see your kids choking in the air
Greedy bastards, you don't even care
You better look around you
Something's in the wind
It's not quite Armageddon
But it's the next best thing
Do you think it's paranoia?
Maybe you should call your lawyer
Don't think you're gonna be safe here
When the world breaks in
When the world breaks in
Same people every time around will send you to your death
They only want to keep you in their debt
Do you want your children wearing gas masks in their schools?
Greedy bastards make 'em break the rules
Break the rules
Hey
In the seats of power the old men sit and talk
Vote against them then you get to walk
The secrets within secrets are being hid away
Greedy bastards like to make them pay
Bastards
The lyrics to Motorhead's song Bastard are dark and eerie, warning of danger and the need to keep one's guard up. The presence of a dangerous stranger is emphasized, with the suggestion to keep them in the dark and only come out at night. The lyrics go on to paint a picture of a constant presence, in the form of one's own shadow, which is described as alive and breathing at one's side. The line "Got no place to hide" seems to suggest a feeling of helplessness, and the assertion that the shadow will be with one "´til the day you die" only adds to the overall feeling of foreboding.
The second half of the song offers more warnings, advising the listener to be cautious and keep quiet about any rumors they might hear. The mention of dealing with misfits and searching in bedrooms implies a sense of suspicion and the need to constantly be on the lookout. Even one's own conscience is cited as a source of potential danger, suggesting that one's own thoughts and feelings may need to be suppressed for survival. The final lines of the song, "Die, Die, Die You Bastard!", feel like a release after all the tension that has been building up.
Line by Line Meaning
You can smell the danger, watch your step,
Be careful and cautious, danger is near.
See the friendly stranger, stretch your neck,
Even those who seem friendly may pose a threat. Keep an eye out.
Keep them in the dark now, it´s alright,
Keep people in the dark about sensitive information. It's ok to withhold information sometimes.
You know they only come out at night,
Beware of those who only seem to come out at night. It's suspicious behavior.
Your shadow´s alive, it breathes at your side,
Your fears and doubts follow you everywhere, even in the form of your own shadow.
Got no place to hide, be with you ´til the day you die,
Your fears and doubts will always be with you, there's no escaping them.
You can hear the rumours, shut your mouth,
Don't spread rumors, keep them to yourself.
Deal with the misfits, wipe ´em out,
Address and eliminate those who don't fit in or go against the norm.
Search in all the bedrooms, use your head,
Be thorough and smart when searching for information or evidence.
Listen to your conscience, wake the dead,
Follow your moral compass, even if it means bringing to light secrets or hidden truths that have long been buried.
Mother kiss the vampire, shut the door,
Take caution even with those closest to you, as they may have hidden or dangerous sides to them.
Rats in all the rooms babe, hit the floor,
Danger is present in all aspects of life, be ready for it and prepare to fight back.
I think it´s a gamble, but what´s your sign?
Life can be a risk, but what's your zodiac sign? (This line seems to be more nonsensical and unrelated to the rest of the song.)
Upway at the downside, stay in line
Life is full of ups and downs, but stay on the right path.
Die, Die, Die You Bastard!
An aggressive call to eliminate or defeat your fears, doubts, or enemies, who may be trying to harm you in some way.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ian Kilmister, Micael Delaoglou, Philip Campbell
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3. Death or Glory 5:30
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5. Born to Raise Hell 14:51
6. Don't Let Daddy Kiss Me 19:50
7. Bad Woman 23:58
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7. Bad Lemmy 23:58
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10. I'm Your Lemmy 34:58
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1. On your feet or on your knees 0:00
2. Burner 2:35
3. Death or Glory 5:30
4. I Am the Sword 10:22
5. Born to Raise Hell 14:51
6. Don't Let Daddy Kiss Me 19:50
7. Bad Woman 23:58
8. Liar 27:16
9. Lost in the Ozone 31:29
10. I'm Your Man 34:58
11. We Bring the Shake 38:28
12. Devils 42:16
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Escutando LIAR nesse momento com o álbum inteiro!
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@Michael Kennedy me 2. so now were 2 swords oh yes! dice em
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I am the fucking sword!!!!!!
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@IMPENDING DOOM yes it.is😎
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1. On your feet or on your knees 0:00
2. Burner 2:35
3. Death or Glory 5:30
4. I Am the Sword 10:22
5. Born to Raise Hell 14:51
6. Don't Let Daddy Kiss Me 19:50
7. Bad Woman 23:58
8. Liar 27:16
9. Lost in the Ozone 31:29
10. I'm Your Man 34:58
11. We Bring the Shake 38:28
12. Devils 42:16
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