History:
Robbie K replaced Ryan Best on bass in 1999. Since returning from a six-month stint in LA in January 2001, Nim and Robbie wrote and recorded the critically acclaimed Phantasm Drive-In. Then in November 2001 Mr. Underhill parted ways with their drummer. Kilz then joined as the bands drummer. The band now consisted of the 3 Kirkham brothers.
In 2002 the band was working on their fourth official album, entitled "The World Through X-ray Eyes".
In The Night
Mr. Underhill Lyrics
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An awful crime did happen to you I will show
Killers put about 1000 pounds of dynamite
In a car there standing on the street but now you'll feel despite
A detonation that was heard about 50 miles away
Burnt parking cars and broke the glass and blew this house away
200 dead 400 hurt with wounds like in a war
The president and the police they guess who commits such an awful crime
They swear to find the killers soon in a short lasting time
Justice will be done to them very fast and sure
But everybody now can see we're always insecure
What does this help to the people who've drawn their last breath
And what does this help to us when we're face to face with death
So kneel down and pray for those who've died and ask the Lord
That from those terrorists he quickly takes away the sword
Bomb specialists and dogs around can not avoid such an awful crime
You have to face that in this world your life ain't worth a dime
Pray to the Lord that he will make your life lasting long
And if you cannot pray at all come here and sing this song
The song "In The Night" by Mr. Underhill talks about a tragic event that has happened in Oklahoma City. The song describes the bombing where about 1000 pounds of dynamite was placed in a parked car in the city. The detonation of the bomb was so powerful that it was heard 50 miles away and it caused the death of 200 people, while 400 others were left injured. The lyrics also depict the resolution to find the culprits behind this heinous crime, but it also speaks about the insecurity in the world we live in.
The song is trying to convey that no matter how much we try to be safe and secure from such acts, we are always vulnerable. The lyrics suggest that the only way we can perhaps find comfort during these times is by praying for the departed souls and hoping that God will protect us in the future. The song tries to create a sense of awareness and empathy towards the victims of tragedy and encourages listeners to offer prayers instead of engaging in violence.
Line by Line Meaning
It was in Oklahoma City not very long ago
Recently in Oklahoma City, a tragic event occurred.
An awful crime did happen to you I will show
I will recount a terrible crime that has affected us all.
Killers put about 1000 pounds of dynamite
The perpetrators used around 1000 pounds of explosives.
In a car there standing on the street but now you'll feel despite
The car was parked on the street, unbeknownst to passersby.
A detonation that was heard about 50 miles away
The explosion was so loud that people heard it 50 miles away.
Burnt parking cars and broke the glass and blew this house away
The explosion destroyed property, causing cars to catch fire and shattering glass, and obliterated a house altogether.
200 dead 400 hurt with wounds like in a war
The death toll was 200, and another 400 people were grievously injured, as if in a wartime conflict.
The comfort to stand this pain you won't find in your jar
There is no easy panacea to heal the unbearable pain caused by this tragedy.
The president and the police they guess who commits such an awful crime
The authorities, including the president and the police, speculate who could be responsible for this heinous crime.
They swear to find the killers soon in a short lasting time
Authorities vow to apprehend the perpetrators quickly and bring them to justice.
Justice will be done to them very fast and sure
The criminals will undoubtedly face swift and certain justice.
But everybody now can see we're always insecure
However, this tragedy demonstrated that no one can ever be completely secure in this world.
What does this help to the people who've drawn their last breath
This tragedy does not provide solace to those who lost their lives in the attack.
And what does this help to us when we're face to face with death
It also does not quell our own fears when we come face-to-face with mortality.
So kneel down and pray for those who've died and ask the Lord
Let us pause, kneel, and pray for those who have passed and ask the Lord.
That from those terrorists he quickly takes away the sword
We beseech God to act swiftly to prevent similar acts of terror in the future.
Bomb specialists and dogs around can not avoid such an awful crime
Even with bomb specialists and canines, it is impossible to prevent such terrible crimes altogether.
You have to face that in this world your life ain't worth a dime
It is a harsh reality that one's existence may be considered valueless in a world where such attacks occur.
Pray to the Lord that he will make your life lasting long
May we also pray for the Lord to bestow a long life upon us all.
And if you cannot pray at all come here and sing this song
Even if prayer is not possible, let us sing this song together and find solace.
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Written by: Juergen Bichlmeier
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