There Is Only One God and His
Slaves Lyrics


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The farther I go, the further you get away from who we really are
I choose a different route, a different path in life
Praised by many, but still labeled an outcast

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Make me out to be the bad guy
How long can I wear the blame?
Sick of feeling wrong
Why do they judge me all the same?
Nobody's perfect, trying to justify myself to the ones who will never
never understand
Who will never

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Torture myself, that's what I feel I'm worth
Torture myself, well aware that the pain is somewhere else
You can root for the villain, I'll take that title
I'll take the heat now and be your rival

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life




Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Slaves's song There Is Only One God And His Name Is Death explores the idea of self-identity, societal expectations, and the struggle to be true to oneself. The opening lines suggest that the farther the singer goes in their journey to discovering who they are, the further they feel from their true self. They have chosen a different path in life, one that is not necessarily approved by society, making them an outcast despite being praised by some. The singer acknowledges that the things that last take time to build, and their calloused hands have built the foundation of their life. However, they have also been abandoned and left without guidance when it comes to love. The line "how quickly we change overnight" suggests that people can change their opinions and perceptions based on superficial things, making it difficult for the singer to fully understand and be understood.


The chorus delves into the idea of feeling misunderstood and judged, specifically being made out to be the villain or the bad guy. The singer questions how long they can wear the blame and expresses frustration at being judged all the same. They recognize that nobody is perfect, but it seems futile to try and justify themselves to those who will never understand. The second verse takes a darker turn, with the singer admitting to torturing themselves and feeling that they are only worth pain. Despite this, they are willing to take on the title of villain and rival if it means being true to themselves.


Overall, the lyrics of There Is Only One God And His Name Is Death convey a complex and relatable struggle to find oneself and stay true to personal beliefs, even in the face of societal disapproval.


Line by Line Meaning

The farther I go, the further you get away from who we really are
As I move forward in my life, it seems like we are growing more distant from our true selves


I choose a different route, a different path in life
I have decided to go down a unique and uncommon path in life


Praised by many, but still labeled an outcast
Although I am frequently complimented, I am still ostracized by society


The things that last never happen overnight
The most durable and satisfying things in life take considerable time and effort to build


These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
The rough and worn state of my hands is a testament to the work that I have done to shape the basis of my life


Abandoned for love, left with no advice
I was forsaken in the name of love and was given no guidance on how to move forward


How quickly we change overnight
It is astonishing how quickly and dramatically one's life can transform in such a short period of time


Make me out to be the bad guy
I am being vilified by others, unfairly blamed for something I did not do


How long can I wear the blame?
I am concerned about how long I will be blamed and held accountable for something for which I am innocent


Sick of feeling wrong
I am exhausted and disheartened by constantly being judged and feeling like I am in the wrong


Why do they judge me all the same?
I am perplexed by how everyone seems to judge me in the same harsh way, without considering my perspective


Nobody's perfect, trying to justify myself to the ones who will never
I am attempting to defend myself to individuals who will never truly be content, since no one is without flaws


never understand
They will never comprehend the complexities and nuances of my situation


Torture myself, that's what I feel I'm worth
I believe that I am deserving of pain and suffering, and I am tormenting myself accordingly


Torture myself, well aware that the pain is somewhere else
I am cognizant that the root of my pain is not within myself, but I am still inflicting harm on myself


You can root for the villain, I'll take that title
If others choose to see me as a villain or an antagonist, I am happy to accept that title


I'll take the heat now and be your rival
I am willing to accept the consequences and become your adversary




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KirbyofSin

Lyrics if you want them:


The farther I go, the further you get away from who we really are
I choose a different route, a different path in life
Praised by many, but still labeled an outcast

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Make me out to be the bad guy
How long can I wear the blame?
Sick of feeling wrong
Why do they judge me all the same?
Nobody's perfect, trying to justify myself to the ones who will never, never understand
Who will never

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Torture myself, that's what I feel I'm worth
Torture myself, well aware that the pain is somewhere else
You can root for the villain, I'll take that title, I'll take the heat now and be your rival [2x]

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight



Steven stone


The farther I go, the further you get away from who we really are
I choose a different route, a different path in life
Praised by many, but still labeled an outcast

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Make me out to be the bad guy
How long can I wear the blame?
Sick of feeling wrong
Why do they judge me all the same?
Nobody's perfect, trying to justify myself to the ones who will never, never understand
Who will never

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Torture myself, that's what I feel I'm worth
Torture myself, well aware that the pain is somewhere else
You can root for the villain, I'll take that title, I'll take the heat now and be your rival [2x]

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight



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ikenfinnesethat

His voice is like golden silk that flows from rivers of tears from the pain and emotion put into this song

Robert Owens

This comment is gold 💞

Steven

Kenny Schelich Man has some soul. Love it.

Cristin M

I could listen to Jonny sing the phone book backed by armpit farts and still love it. The man is amazing.

Mike M

This comment should have a billion likes.

Bryn Harre Dodd

Very much yes my friend

l Speeds l

Same!

Yasmine Rivera

My go to song when I feel so low .. yet makes me feel at ease to hear that voice✨🖤

Brian Trombley

Jonny writes songs that are the soundtrack of my life

KirbyofSin

Lyrics if you want them:


The farther I go, the further you get away from who we really are
I choose a different route, a different path in life
Praised by many, but still labeled an outcast

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Make me out to be the bad guy
How long can I wear the blame?
Sick of feeling wrong
Why do they judge me all the same?
Nobody's perfect, trying to justify myself to the ones who will never, never understand
Who will never

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

Torture myself, that's what I feel I'm worth
Torture myself, well aware that the pain is somewhere else
You can root for the villain, I'll take that title, I'll take the heat now and be your rival [2x]

The things that last never happen overnight
These calloused hands built the foundation of my life
Abandoned for love, left with no advice
How quickly we change overnight

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