Wasp
Ozzy Osbourne-Quiet Riot-April Wine-Judas Priest-WASP Lyrics
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God of creation are we blind?
Cause some here are slaves that worship guns that spit thunder
The children that you've made have lost their minds
This monster that we call the earth is bleeding
Cause the children have been left alone too long
This thing that we've made is fat and feeds on the hate
Of the millions that it's taught to sing the song
The Headless Children
The screams that fill the night, fill the night, fill the night, fill the night
The Headless Children
The madness steals the light, steals the light, steals the light, steals the light
Timebombs in the hands of all the wicked war babies
Light the fuse of temptation and we all burn
Four horsemen sit high up in the saddle
And waiting and ride the bloody trail of no return
Sleeping in the arms of a nightmare
And wake to find we've been away too long
This frankenstein of flesh stitched together back from death
And preying on the souls of everyone
The Headless Children
The screams that fill the night, fill the night, fill the night, fill the night
The Headless Children
The madness steals the light, steals the light, steals the light, steals the light
The lyrics of "The Headless Children" by WASP delve into themes of destruction, madness, and the consequences of humanity's actions on the world. The song starts with a plea for salvation, questioning whether the God of creation is oblivious to the chaos and violence that plagues the earth. It paints a grim picture of a society where people worship guns and violence, resulting in a generation of children who have lost their innocence and sanity. The earth is personified as a monster suffering from wounds caused by neglect and abandonment.
The metaphor of "the Headless Children" signifies a society that is devoid of guidance and direction, where screams of despair and madness echo through the night. The imagery of the night being filled with screams and the theft of light symbolize the darkness and despair that have consumed humanity. The repeated lines emphasize the intensity of the suffering and chaos that pervades the world. The song paints a bleak picture of a world on the brink of destruction, where humanity's actions have led to irreversible consequences.
The lyrics also touch upon the destructive nature of warfare and the manipulation of innocent minds. The mention of "wicked war babies" and the imagery of timebombs symbolize the idea of violence being passed down through generations, leading to a cycle of destruction and despair. The reference to the four horsemen evokes imagery of biblical apocalypse and the impending doom that awaits humanity if it continues down its current path.
The song culminates in a portrayal of a world that resembles a nightmare, where humanity has been led astray and become a monstrous creation feeding on hate and fear. The reference to Frankenstein's monster highlights the idea of humanity playing with forces beyond its control and creating something that preys on the very essence of humanity. Overall, "The Headless Children" by WASP serves as a poignant commentary on the destructive tendencies of humanity, the consequences of violence and neglect, and the urgent need for redemption and salvation.
Line by Line Meaning
Father come save us from this madness we're under
Asking for guidance and help to overcome the chaotic and troubling situation we find ourselves in
God of creation are we blind?
Questioning if we are unable to see the truth and beauty of the world around us
Cause some here are slaves that worship guns that spit thunder
Highlighting the destructive power and influence of weapons on certain individuals
The children that you've made have lost their minds
Expressing concern for the younger generation who seem to have lost their sense of reason and rationality
This monster that we call the earth is bleeding
Symbolizing the damage and pain inflicted on the planet by human actions
Cause the children have been left alone too long
Suggesting that neglect and lack of guidance has contributed to the problems faced by the youth
This thing that we've made is fat and feeds on the hate
Referring to a metaphorical creation that thrives on negativity and animosity
Of the millions that it's taught to sing the song
Pointing out how many people have been influenced to follow destructive patterns and behaviors
Timebombs in the hands of all the wicked war babies
Warning about the dangerous potential for violence in the hands of those who have been raised in conflict
Light the fuse of temptation and we all burn
Illustrating how succumbing to temptation can lead to destructive consequences for everyone involved
Four horsemen sit high up in the saddle
Referencing the imagery of the apocalypse and the impending sense of doom
And waiting and ride the bloody trail of no return
Describing the relentless and irreversible path of destruction that is being followed
Sleeping in the arms of a nightmare
Being unaware and passive in the face of a terrifying situation
And wake to find we've been away too long
Realizing that time has passed and action needs to be taken to address the issues at hand
This frankenstein of flesh stitched together back from death
Depicting a monstrous entity created from the remnants of past mistakes and failures
And preying on the souls of everyone
Feeding on the vulnerabilities and weaknesses of all individuals involved
The Headless Children
Referring to those who have lost their sense of direction and purpose in life
The screams that fill the night, fill the night, fill the night, fill the night
The overwhelming cries of anguish and despair that resonate throughout the darkness
The madness steals the light, steals the light, steals the light, steals the light
The insanity and chaos that obscure any hope or positivity in the world
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Screams break the silence
Waking from the dead of night
Vengence is boiling
He's returned to kill the light
Then when he's found who he's looking for
Listen in awe and you'll hear him
Bark at the moon
Years spent in torment
Buried in a nameless grave
Now he has risen
Miracles would have to save
Those that the beast is looking for
Listen in awe and you'll hear him
Bark at the moon
Hey, yeah
Bark at the moon
They cursed and buried him
Along with shame
And thought his timeless soul had gone (gone)
In empty burning hell--unholy one
But he's returned to prove them wrong
So wrong
Oh yeah, baby
Howling in shadows
Living in a lunar spell
He finds his heaven
Spewing from the mouth of hell
Those that the beast is looking for
Listen in awe and you'll hear him
Bark at the moon.
Hey, yeah
Bark at the moon
Hey, yeah
Bark at the moon
Whoa Whoa Yeah,
Bark at the moon
You can sing if you want
miguel second channel
I'm not from the Ozzy generation, but his timeless songs captivated me 🤘🏻
Kevin Brady
IMO, The Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osborne is for ALL music loving generations!!! 🔥✨️🤘
N.E.E.N. Official
👌👌👌👌
marianulover4298
In my opinion the generations are 70s - early 2000s
Coleton
@marianulover4298 well in your opinion I just made it lol. I was born in 2000 and have been listening to him my whole life
Muerte Vacío 🎶
u dont need be to aprecciate Art
Living Being
The greatest and most iconic guitar track of the 80s for me. Jake is a genius and a monster.
BigRedRacingteam
Jake's isolated guitar track: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQmv0yz1Wk4
Spring Bloom
Ozzy wrote it 🙄
Living Being
@Spring Bloom He did! Or did he?!😁