Disorder
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

Slayer & Ice-T's song Disorder appears to be a commentary on war, government and media manipulation. The opening lines, "war!!! Our government is fucked / Sure to bring us down" make a statement about the negative impact of government's warmongering on society. The lyrics describe how war brings destruction, chaos and civil unrest, and military aggression only results in starving countries, while bringing humanity to the brink of destruction. The media, according to the song, plays a role in inciting civil unrest, promoting hatred and bringing people down. In this song, the chorus reiterates that the society does not need war or want it, and the repetition highlights the urgency of this message.


Later on in the song, the lyrics focus specifically on the unrest in L.A. during 1992. The lyrics describe police brutality, chaos and violence in the city, and how the public was driven into a frenzy over injustices. The anger and frustration is palpable as the lyrics evoke images of Billy arming himself with a gun and going to war. The lines "Just bullet holes and broken bones / Chaos, chaos, chaos, chaos / Don't give a fuck!" reflect the nihilistic attitude of the singer, who has given up on society and is ready to fight for his own survival. The song ends with the repeated chant of "Disorder!!!", perhaps emphasizing the chaotic state of the world.


Line by Line Meaning

War!!!
Our society is in a state of chaos and conflict.


Our government is fucked
Our political leaders are corrupt and incompetent.


Sure to bring us down
Their actions are leading us to ruin and destruction.


The media incites civil unrest
News outlets are stoking anger and division among the populace.


Hatred can bring you down
Allowing hate to dominate your thoughts and actions will lead to ruin.


[Chorus] War!!! I don't want your war War!!! We don't need your war We don't need your war War!!!
We reject the idea of violent conflict and call for peace instead.


Military beasts starvin' countries
Governments and militaries are causing famine and deprivation in other nations.


Drama brings you to your knees
Excessive conflict and tension can overwhelm and defeat you.


Spill your blood to save humanity
Some are willing to sacrifice themselves for the greater good, but this should not be used to justify war and violence.


Dyin' for the food we feed
Even the basic necessities of life are not guaranteed, and people die trying to obtain them.


Injustice drives you crazy
Unfairness and inequality can overwhelm and drive one to madness.


It drive l.a. insane
Injustice and violence have driven Los Angeles to a state of madness and chaos.


In this generation
These problems are not new and have persisted over time.


Hatred is the name
The dominant force in our society is one of hatred and division.


[Chorus] War!!!
We continue to reject the idea of violent conflict and call for peace.


Bastard magic should make you cry
The lies and manipulation of those in power should be exposed and denounced.


The answer to the question is we ain't gonna die
Despite the chaos and conflict, we will endure and survive.


Police can make me under stress
Law enforcement can cause fear and anxiety.


While all L.A.'s a fuckin' mess
The entire city of Los Angeles is in disarray and chaos.


Don't patronize my fuckin' ass
Don't talk down to me or treat me as inferior.


Some heads will get crashed
There will be violence and retaliation against those who oppress and abuse.


Billy's got himself a gun
One individual has taken up arms.


He's goin' to fuckin' war
This person is preparing to engage in violent conflict.


He won't revert to sticks and stones
This person will not back down or be intimidated.


Just bullet holes and broken bones
This person is willing to cause harm and inflict injury.


Chaos, chaos, chaos, chaos
Our society is in a state of utter disorder and confusion.


Don't give a fuck!
We do not care about the consequences of our actions.


Covert body knock ya down
An unexpected attack will bring you down.


No weight support so taken down
If you do not have a strong foundation, you will be easily defeated.


The juk-jock, a lock in a cell
The authorities will imprison and restrict your freedom.


We ain't got shit, now had enough
We have nothing left and are fed up with the current state of affairs.


Disorder!!! [Repeat x8]
Our society is in complete chaos.




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

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@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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