In an interview with Loudwire, Corey revealed that the bass player and drummer will both be on stage and both will wear the same mask as the band feel it would be disrespectful for them to have individual masks at this time.
Background:
Shortly after the reveal of "The Negative One", another countdown was put up on Slipknot's official website telling fans to come back on August 11, 2014 at 10am PDT for "A special announcement". The announcement was delayed but eventually revealed the cover art for the new single titled "The Devil in I". This was disappointing for some fans as Corey Taylor had already revealed the title of the single in an interview for BBC Radio 1 on August 4.
Critical reception:
Blabbermouth.net noted that the single "chugs out of a warbling doom line at the beginning and sets itself onto a morose but tuneful course with moody guitar chimes, dirge-loaded bass and empathetic swills from Corey Taylor." as well as noting that "The choruses are a little too safe, but a massive and quick-stepped breakdown plus a grinding bridge thereafter keeps the song robust and hectic." "
The Devil in I
Slipknot Lyrics
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I'll show you the rage I've hidden
Perish the Sacrament
Swallow, but nothing's forgiven
You and I can't decide
Which of us was taken for granted
Make amends
Some of us are destined to be outlived
Step inside, see the devil in I
Too many times, we've let it come to this
Step inside, see the devil in I
You'll realize I'm not your devil anymore
Under the words of men
Something is tempting the father
Where is your will, my friend?
Insatiates never even bother
You and I, wrong or right
Traded a lie for the leverage
In between the lens in light
You're not what you seem
Step inside, see the devil in I
Too many times, we've let it come to this
Step inside, see the devil in I
You'll realize I'm not your devil
I'm not your devil anymore
Your station, is abandoned
Fool you cause I know what you've done
Sensation, deprivation
You should've burned when you turned on everyone
So step inside, see the devil in I
Too many times, we've let it come to this
Step inside, see the devil in I
I know you'll find your answers in the end
Step inside, see the devil in I
You'll realize I'm not your devil, anymore
So step inside, step inside
See the devil in I, see the devil in I
"The Devil in I" by Slipknot is a song filled with raw emotion, anger, and angst that delves deep into the duality of the human psyche. The lyrics speak about breaking free from the chains that bind a person, and unmasking the true nature of the self, which is often hidden beneath layers of social conditioning and pretense. The song questions the authenticity of friends and the blurred lines that separate allies and enemies, good and evil.
The opening lines, "Undo these chains, my friend. I'll show you the rage I've hidden. Perish the Sacrament. Swallow, but nothing's forgiven," suggest a person's deep-seated anger and frustration against a system that forces them to repress their emotions. The line "Perish the Sacrament" is most likely a metaphor for the system that encourages people to put on a façade of piety, yet never leaves room for forgiveness, leading to feelings of resentment and bitterness. The line "you and I can't decide which of us was taken for granted" may indicate the strain in a relationship between two people, one of whom feels undervalued and betrayed.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more intense, with references to temptation, betrayal, and the dark sides of human nature. The lines "Under the words of men, something is tempting the father. Where is your will, my friend? Insatiates never even bother" seem to question the presence and role of religious institutions that guide people but also lead them astray. The line "In between the lens in light, you're not what you seem" draws attention to the various personas people put on in public, concealing their real selves from the world.
In conclusion, "The Devil in I" by Slipknot is a song about self-discovery and the search for authenticity. It critiques societal norms that encourage repression of emotions, hypocritical religious institutions, and the dual nature of human beings.
Line by Line Meaning
Undo these chains, my friend
Release me from my restraints, my companion
I'll show you the rage I've hidden
I will express the fury I have concealed
Perish the Sacrament
Destroy the religious ceremony
Swallow, but nothing's forgiven
Accept what has occurred, but absolution is not present
You and I can't decide
Neither you or I can determine
Which of us was taken for granted
Who suffered unappreciation
Make amends
Rectify the situation
Some of us are destined to be outlived
Certain individuals are meant to perish before others
Step inside, see the devil in I
Enter and recognize the malevolent in me
Too many times, we've let it come to this
On numerous occasions, we have permitted it to proceed to this point
You'll realize I'm not your devil anymore
You will comprehend that I'm no longer the origin of your problems
Under the words of men
Below the utterances of humanity
Something is tempting the father
Something is tempting God
Where is your will, my friend?
Where is your determination, my friend?
Insatiates never even bother
Those who are never satisfied do not even try
You and I, wrong or right
Regardless of whether we're incorrect or correct
Traded a lie for the leverage
Exchanged a falsehood for an advantage
In between the lens in light
In the midst of the camera and illumination
You're not what you seem
You are not as you appear
Your station, is abandoned
Your status has been deserted
Fool you cause I know what you've done
Deceive you since I'm aware of what you've accomplished
Sensation, deprivation
Excitement, deficiency
You should've burned when you turned on everyone
You should have suffered punishment when you betrayed those closest to you
I know you'll find your answers in the end
I am aware that you will acquire your solutions in the conclusion
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing
Written by: Michael Crahan
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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This… is…
Beautiful… in a very brutal way…
Feels so sincere…
The ripping…
The biting…
The breaking apart…
The self destruction…
The imprisonment…
The inevitable torture…
This is the world… and we are apart of it…
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