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Cannibals
Tenside Lyrics
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They keep us like their animals
Cold blooded cannibals
They keep us like their animals
Cold blooded cannibals
Less is more and more is less, let's grow the roses of success
All they see is themselves, let's put the trophies on the shelves
What they want is our minds, our equal rights
From apathy to tragedy
Running from reality
From apathy to tragedy
They don't care
From apathy to tragedy
Going down in misery
From apathy to tragedy
They don't care
They keep us like their animals
Cold blooded cannibals
First in time and first in line, all for none cause they feel fine
No regrets, cause they care less, it's nothing but a mess
Wound for wound, scar for scar, this is how they really are
What they want is our trust, it's all on us
From apathy to tragedy
Running from reality
From apathy to tragedy
They don't care
From apathy to tragedy
Going down in misery
From apathy to tragedy
They don't care
No, they don't give a fuck
They don't give a fuck
None of them
None of them
From apathy to tragedy
Running from reality
From apathy to tragedy
They don't care
From apathy to tragedy
Going down in misery
From apathy to tragedy
They don't care
They don't care
They don't care
From apathy to tragedy
Going down in misery
From apathy to tragedy
They don't care
They don't care
They keep us like their animals
Cold blooded cannibals
Tenside's song "Cannibals" speaks about the corporate world, where employees are treated as animals and are used and abused at will. The lyrics start by saying "They're staring down on us," referring to the people who control the corporations. These people keep the employees like animals, treating them with no respect and no regard for their well-being.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "They keep us like their animals, cold-blooded cannibals." This line suggests that the people in power feed on the employees' energy and passion, leaving them with nothing but an empty shell. The second verse talks about how the people in power are only concerned with themselves, and they do not care about the employees. The line "What they want is our minds, our equal rights," speaks to the idea that those in power want to control everything, including the ideas and beliefs of their employees.
The song then talks about the consequences of living in this world, where people are treated like animals. The lyrics describe going from apathy to tragedy, going down in misery, and experiencing wound for wound and scar for scar. The line "No regrets, cause they care less, it's nothing but a mess" shows how the people in power are not concerned about the repercussions of their actions.
Overall, "Cannibals" is a powerful song that sheds light on the unfortunate reality of the corporate world. It speaks to the idea that corporations are not concerned with the well-being of their employees and that people in power will do whatever it takes to maintain control.
Line by Line Meaning
They're staring down on us
We are being watched and judged by those in power.
They keep us like their animals
Those in power treat us like caged animals, with no agency or respect.
Cold blooded cannibals
The people in power are cruel and predatory, feeding off of those they control.
Less is more and more is less, let's grow the roses of success
We need to embrace self-sufficiency and our own unique successes, rather than relying on superficial accomplishments handed down from the powerful.
Not afraid of consequences, a damnation of expenses
The powerful do what they want without fear of consequences or regard for the expense of their actions.
All they see is themselves, let's put the trophies on the shelves
The powerful only care about themselves, and it's time to take pride in our own achievements instead of seeking their approval or praise.
What they want is our minds, our equal rights
The powerful seek to control not just our physical bodies, but also our thoughts and beliefs, denying us equal rights and agency.
From apathy to tragedy, Running from reality
The indifference of those in power can lead to disastrous consequences for those under their control.
Going down in misery, They don't care
Even as things fall apart, the powerful remain indifferent to the suffering of those below them.
First in time and first in line, all for none cause they feel fine
The powerful are always ahead of the curve, taking everything for themselves without any care for the consequences or effects on others.
No regrets, cause they care less, it's nothing but a mess
No matter how much destruction they cause, the powerful feel no remorse, leaving chaos and destruction in their wake.
Wound for wound, scar for scar, this is how they really are
The powerful have hurt and wounded many people, and are willing to do whatever it takes to maintain their grasp on power.
What they want is our trust, it's all on us
The powerful want us to trust them blindly, but it's up to us to see through their lies and resist their control.
No, they don't give a fuck, None of them
The powerful have no concern for the well-being or happiness of those below them.
From apathy to tragedy, Going down in misery
The indifference of those in power can lead to disastrous consequences for those under their control, causing them to suffer.
They keep us like their animals, Cold blooded cannibals
The people in power treat us like caged animals, with no agency or respect. They are cruel and predatory, feeding off of those they control.
They don't care
The powerful remain indifferent to the suffering of those below them.
They don't care
The powerful remain indifferent to the suffering of those below them.
Writer(s): Daniel Kuhlemann, Michael Klingenberg
Contributed by Audrey W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
datrain780311
this song has been on repeat for me for the last 3 days.
fucking awesome!!
sgthootnany
Dam still going strong. First time I heard this band is when they released armed and dangerous. Killer music guys.
Karmelin
brutal, love the edit. transition into refrain is smooth as butter
Lily Brik
Класс😊
MetalTiger86
Ich bin bei jedem Song beeindruckt, wie gut ihr seid! Und ihr war sehr nett zu mir, obwohl ich nervös war und zu schnell geredet hatte als wir euch nach dem Konzert in Nürnberg kurz getroffen haben beim Merch-Stand :) ich liebe euch seit dem ersten Moment!! Ich freue mich auf euer Album, es kommt 10 Tage vor meinem Geburtstag und ich weiß schon, was ich mir wünschen kann <3 hihi, macht weiter so, ihr seid unglaublich gut!!!
electrizz
First time I heard you as support for KsE and became instant fan since that time! Keep going, amazing sound.
MetalTiger86
same =) <3
EMPREINTE
Very cool, love your style !!
Coinardvark795
great piece of music
Metalung
Excellent album!