The Warning
Nine Inch Nailsⴀ Lyrics

Some say it was a warning
Some believe that what occurred was an indication of what is to come.

Some say it was a sign
Others think it was an indication of something significant.

I was standing right there
The singer was present when it happened.

When it came down from the sky
Whatever happened descended from the sky.

The way it spoke to us
The impact of what happened affected everyone on a deep level.

You felt it from inside
The impact was felt at a personal, emotional level.

Said it was up to us
Those involved were given responsibility for what occurred next.

Up to us to decide
It was now the responsibility of those present to make a decision on what to do next.

You've become a virus
You have negatively affected your surroundings.

That has eaten up its host
Your actions have impacted those around you in a negative way.

We've been watching you with all of our eyes
Others have been keeping a close eye on your actions.

And what you seem to value most
Your priorities and values have been observed and noted.

So much potential
There was once promise and possibilities.

Or so we used to say
However, the previous potential has been squandered.

Your greed, self importance, and your arrogance
These negative traits have been observed and cause for concern.

You piss it all away
All the potential and promise has been wasted.

We heard a cry
There was clear indication of pain and suffering.

We've come to intervene
Others have arrived to help.

You will change your ways, and you will make amends
It is expected that the problems will be addressed and corrected.

Or we will wipe this place clean
If problems persist, extreme measures may be taken.

Your time is tick-tick-ticking away
Time is running short, and fast.

Ticking away
There is a sense of urgency and the need for action.