Disorder
Slayer & Ice-T/Slayer & Ice-T Lyrics


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War!!!

Our government is fucked
Sure to bring us down
The media incites civil unrest
Hatred can bring you down

[Chorus]
War!!!
I don't want your war
War!!!
We don't need your war
We don't need your war
War!!!

Military beasts starvin' countries
Drama brings you to your knees
Spill your blood to save humanity
Dyin' for the food we feed

[Chorus]

Our government is fucked
Sure to bring us down
The media incites civil unrest
Hatred can bring you down

Injustice drives you crazy
It drive l.a. insane
In this generation
Hatred is the name

[Chorus]
War!!!

L.A. '92

Bastard magic should make you cry
The answer to the question is we ain't gonna die

L.A. '92

Police can make me under stress
While all L.A.'s a fuckin' mess
Don't patronize my fuckin' ass
Some heads will get crashed

L.A. '92

Billy's got himself a gun
He's goin' to fuckin' war
He won't revert to sticks and stones
Just bullet holes and broken bones
Chaos, chaos, chaos, chaos
Don't give a fuck!

Covert body knock ya down
No weight support so taken down
The juk-jock, a lock in a cell
We ain't got shit, now had enough
Chaos, chaos, chaos, chaos
Don't give a fuck!





Disorder!!! [Repeat x8]

Overall Meaning

The song "Disorder" by Slayer and Ice-T is a strong commentary on war and the effects it can have. The first verse tackles the idea that our government is failing and will inevitably bring us down. The media is then accused of inciting civil unrest and creating an atmosphere of hatred. The chorus then states that war is not wanted or needed. The second verse turns its attention to military beasts and starving countries. It suggests that dying for the food we feed is not a fair trade-off. The chorus repeats, emphasizing again that war is not something that is necessary or wanted.


The final part of the song shifts its focus to L.A. and the chaos that occurred in 1992. The police are criticized for making people feel stress, and the city is described as a mess. The lyrics turn more violent as they mention someone with a gun going to war and not reverting to sticks and stones but using bullets and broken bones. Chaos is emphasized again and again, and the song ends with a repeated chant of "Disorder."


Overall, the lyrics of "Disorder" strongly convey the idea that war and chaos are destructive forces that should be avoided if possible. The government and media are criticized, and a feeling of frustration and anger permeates the song. Through the references to L.A. and the chaos of 1992, the song becomes even more powerful and poignant.


Line by Line Meaning

War!!!
This song is about the chaos and destruction that war brings.


Our government is fucked
The current government is corrupt and ineffective.


Sure to bring us down
The government's corruption will lead to the country's downfall.


The media incites civil unrest
The media fuels public anger and causes social conflict.


Hatred can bring you down
Allowing hatred and anger to consume you can be your downfall.


[Chorus]
The chorus reinforces the idea that war is destructive and unnecessary.


Military beasts starvin' countries
The military's actions are causing widespread poverty and hunger.


Drama brings you to your knees
Dramatic events can have a huge impact on you mentally and emotionally.


Spill your blood to save humanity
People are risking their lives for the greater good, but at a terrible cost.


Dyin' for the food we feed
People are dying because of the food they're eating or due to lack of it.


Our government is fucked
Repeating the idea that the country's leaders are corrupt and ineffective.


The media incites civil unrest
Repeating the idea that the media is fueling social conflict.


Hatred can bring you down
Repeating the idea that hatred has negative effects on individuals and society.


Injustice drives you crazy
Unfairness and inequality can drive you insane.


It drive l.a. insane
The specific reference of L.A. suggests it has been affected by injustice and civil unrest.


In this generation
This is a continuing problem in modern times.


Hatred is the name
Hatred and hostility are prevalent in this generation.


[Chorus]
Repeating the idea that war is not needed and causes destruction.


Bastard magic should make you cry
The feeling of magic or optimism has been lost.


The answer to the question is we ain't gonna die
The answer is to keep fighting and to not give up, even in the face of adversity.


Police can make me under stress
Police can often cause stress and anxiety.


While all L.A.'s a fuckin' mess
L.A. is in chaos and disarray.


Don't patronize my fuckin' ass
Don't treat me like I'm stupid or inferior.


Some heads will get crashed
Violence and conflict are likely to occur.


Billy's got himself a gun
A person has resorted to violence as a way of dealing with their problems.


He's goin' to fuckin' war
He's prepared to take on the world to get what he wants.


He won't revert to sticks and stones
He won't resort to primitive methods of fighting.


Just bullet holes and broken bones
He'll use modern weapons to achieve his goals, causing serious harm.


Chaos, chaos, chaos, chaos
Complete and utter turmoil.


Don't give a fuck!
He doesn't care about the consequences of his actions.


Covert body knock ya down
You could be taken down without realizing it.


No weight support so taken down
You won't get any support, so you'll fall.


The juk-jock, a lock in a cell
People of color are being unfairly imprisoned.


We ain't got shit, now had enough
People have nothing and are frustrated with the system.


Disorder!!! [Repeat x8]
Repeating the idea that everything is in chaos and there is no order.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TOMAS ENRIQUE ARAYA, KERRY KING, WALTER-DAVID BUCHAN, TRACY LAUREN MARROW, JOHN MC DOW DUNCAN, GARY MCCORMICK

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Comments from YouTube:

@stephenworldwide

This soundtrack ruled my life in 93-94

@samuelvelez7411

StephenWorldwide same here bro

@MrRoman-lo6ih

oh yes it did

@samueltrebbin

Man that song was the reason for skateboarding and making metal. Basically the inspiration for picking up a skateboard and a guitar. :D

@sebriou821

Same o

@joehynes5452

Oh yeah!!

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@LordZeRMoN

27 years later and I'm still THRASHING THE FKING LIVING ROOM listening to this song !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@AirsoftReviewArgentina

Same here. This whole record has amaizing songs and captures perfectly the sound of the 90s

@marcus-flavius

Yes...what a mosh...

@LINKINPARKSPAMPT5

"Avengers Infinity War is the most ambitious crossover"
Well you certainly didn't hear Judgment Night soundtrack

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