Betrayed
Philip Anselmo Lyrics
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Betrayed
Revolt
How can they sleep with themselves at night?
When the blur that surrounds them distracts and then blinds?
This is a call for mass awareness
this is the time to stand resolute
You've been
Insult
How can you crash so contented at night?
When the engine that drives you is bullshit disguised?
This is a call for mass preparedness
We must stand resolute
Inherently resolute
I believe in mass obliquity
I'm convinced of a hidden agenda
I'm amazed at the mass hypnosis
They've got us right where they want us
I've been
You've been
We've been
All are betrayed
There'll come a boiling point
A swallow chew and spit implosion
Collapse is long forewarned augury
The loudest tongue will lie about it
The whorish tongue will lie about it
We've been
Betrayed
Repulse
How can I sleep with myself at night?
When all I have done
is consented and
thrived?
But this is my voice and I'll rally the call
We must stand resolute
Extremist resolute
I've been
Betrayed
Revolt
The lyrics of Philip Anselmo's song Betrayed discuss the theme of betrayal and how people can be deceived and misled by those in power. The song opens with the line "I've been betrayed," which sets the tone for a call to action against those who have betrayed the trust of the people. Anselmo asks how these people can sleep at night, referring to their ability to turn a blind eye to the truth and hide behind a blur of misinformation. He urges listeners to become aware of this deception and to stand steadfast in their beliefs, using the term "mass awareness" and "mass preparedness" to emphasize the need for group action.
Anselmo then expresses his belief in a hidden agenda and mass hypnosis, stating that the powers that be have control over the masses. He uses the lyrics "They've got us right where they want us" to suggest that people are being manipulated and influenced in ways they may not even realize. The song then calls for "extremist resolute" action, suggesting that only by being completely committed to the cause can change occur. Anselmo also acknowledges his own involvement and complicity in the system, confessing that he, too, has "consented and thrived" in this environment. However, he concludes with the belief that change is possible, stating that his voice can be used to "rally the call," and imploring listeners to join him in standing resolute against those who have betrayed them.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been
Philip Anselmo has been betrayed.
Betrayed
Someone has broken Philip's trust.
Revolt
Philip wants to rebel against the situation.
How can they sleep with themselves at night?
Philip questions how the people who betrayed him can live with themselves.
When the blur that surrounds them distracts and then blinds?
The people who betrayed him are too caught up in their own confusion to see the damage they've caused.
This is a call for mass awareness
Philip wants people to be informed about the betrayals they may face.
this is the time to stand resolute
It's time to take a stand against betrayal.
You've been
Philip believes that others have also been betrayed.
Insult
The betrayal was an insult to Philip and others.
How can you crash so contented at night?
Philip questions how those who are content with the betrayal can sleep peacefully.
When the engine that drives you is bullshit disguised?
They are being driven by something fake disguised as the truth.
This is a call for mass preparedness
Philip wants people to be ready for the next betrayal.
We must stand resolute
Philip urges us to take a firm stand against betrayal.
Inherently resolute
His resolution is absolute.
I believe in mass obliquity
He believes that there is a hidden agenda affecting many people.
I'm convinced of a hidden agenda
Philip is sure that there is a secret plan.
I'm amazed at the mass hypnosis
Philip is surprised that so many people are blindly following the false narrative.
They've got us right where they want us
Those with the hidden agenda have complete control over the situation.
All are betrayed
Everyone has experienced betrayal at some point.
There'll come a boiling point
The situation will reach a breaking point.
A swallow chew and spit implosion
The situation will end quickly and violently.
Collapse is long forewarned augury
The impending collapse has been predicted for a while.
The loudest tongue will lie about it
Those who speak out the most may be the ones spreading lies.
The whorish tongue will lie about it
People who are only looking out for their own interests may lie about what happened.
Repulse
Philip is disgusted with himself for tolerating the betrayal.
How can I sleep with myself at night?
Philip is troubled by his own role in the betrayal.
When all I have done is consented and thrived?
He realizes that he allowed the betrayal to happen, and even benefited from it.
But this is my voice and I'll rally the call
He is taking responsibility for his part and speaking out against betrayal.
We must stand resolute
Philip reiterates the need for everyone to take a firm stand.
Extremist resolute
He insists that everyone must be unwavering in their resolve.
I've been
Philip has been betrayed.
Betrayed
Someone broke Philip's trust.
Revolt
He wants to fight back against betrayal.
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