The self-titled, The Acid EP, was released in July 2013, containing Animal, Basic Instinct, Fame and Tumbling Lights.
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Red
The Acid Lyrics
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Non-believer
Patient bleeder
Generation
Planned creation
Wasted nation
This gift is a curse
Understand, she is the land
The mother, the nurse
Social seer
Rested fear
Future clear
Abhor ration
Mansplanation
Crucifixion
Blood and sand, god be damned
This gift is a curse
Understand, she is the land
The mother, the nurse
All hail, the red dawn
All hail
All hail, the red dawn
All hail
The Acid's song Red is a haunting commentary on the destructive powers of human beings on our planet. The lyrics talk about different themes such as the destruction of the planet, oppression of women, and patriarchy. The opening lines "Pain and fever, non-believer, patient bleeder" suggest that the people in power are not interested in the well-being of the planet or its inhabitants. The use of the phrase "patient bleeder" is particularly poignant as it suggests that the planet is being bled dry by the greed of humanity. The next lines, "generation, planned creation, wasted nation," further suggest that the legacy of this generation is one of waste and destruction which will have long-lasting impacts.
The refrain "blood and sand, God be damned, this gift is a curse, understand, she is the land, the mother, the nurse," is a powerful statement on the ecological destruction of the planet. The phrase "she is the land, the mother, the nurse" portrays the planet as a nurturing, life-sustaining force which is being exploited by humans. The reference to "God" being "damned" suggests that the people in power have little regard for any higher power or moral compass.
The final lines "All hail, the red dawn, all hail" suggest that there is still some hope for the planet, but the use of the color "red" is particularly telling. It could be referencing the blood of the planet or the warning signs of climate change which are often color-coded in red.
Line by Line Meaning
Pain and fever
Suffering with discomfort and high body temperature
Non-believer
Not having faith in something
Patient bleeder
Enduring someone who is bleeding without getting impatient
Generation
A period of time in which people are born and live
Planned creation
Producing something with purpose and careful thought
Wasted nation
A country that is destroyed and its resources are not used effectively
Blood and sand, God be damned
People are killing each other and ignoring God's will
This gift is a curse
Something that seems like a gift is actually causing harm
Understand, she is the land
Recognize that the country is the mother of its people
The mother, the nurse
The country provides and takes care of its people
Social seer
Someone who is able to see and predict social trends
Rested fear
Fear that has been subdued
Future clear
The future is easy to understand and predict
Abhor ration
Dislike for limiting or controlling a person's food intake
Mansplanation
A man explaining something to a woman in a condescending way
Crucifixion
The act of being tortured and killed by being nailed to a cross
All hail, the red dawn
Praise the coming revolution
All hail
Expressing admiration or respect
All hail, the red dawn
Praise the coming change that is expected to be dramatic
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@scenenuf
@@hunnysenpai7249 These aren't the lyrics, it starts off with "Symmetry mind
Diviner step (steal) from the light
Awaiting in sight (inside) of prayer
The violence (violet) ** ** I'm ready(?)
Fusion with silence(?)
The peeling open of ** (?)
Tonight we're temporary
** ** We bend
Red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red
Lead (bleed) and transpire(?)
A world of peace under fire(?)
The silence (silent) feats you (we) were fed(?) to ** ** ** instead
Red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red"
Is all I ever can hear when I listen to it 🤷
First song I ever listened to on my first time doing DMT. This and Ra made my first ever experience something I'll never ever be able to forget.
@scenenuf
These aren't the lyrics, it starts off with "Symmetry mind
Diviner step (steep) from the light
Awaiting in sight (inside) of prayer
The violence (violet) ** ** I'm ready(?)
Fusion with silence(?)
The peeling open of ** (?)
Tonight we're temporary
** ** We bend
Red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red
Lead (bleed) and transpire(?)
A world of peace under fire(?)
The silence (silent) feats you (we) were fed(?) to ** ** ** instead
Red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red"
Is all I ever can hear when I listen to it 🤷
First song I ever listened to on my first time doing DMT. This and Ra made my first ever experience something I'll never ever be able to forget.
@scenenuf
I think it starts off with "Symmetry mind
Diviner step (steep) from the light
Awaiting in sight (inside) of prayer
The violence (violet) ** ** I'm ready(?)
Fusion with silence(?)
The peeling open of ** (?)
Tonight we're temporary
** ** We bend
Red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red
Lead (bleed) and transpire(?)
A world of peace under fire(?)
The silence (silent) feats you (we) were fed(?) to ** ** ** instead
Red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red"
Is all I ever can hear when I listen to it 🤷
First song I ever listened to on my first time doing DMT. This and Ra made my first ever experience something I'll never ever be able to forget.
@scenenuf
These aren't the lyrics, it starts off with "Symmetry mind
Diviner step (steal) from the light
Awaiting in sight (inside) of prayer
The violence (violet) ** ** I'm ready(?)
Fusion with silence(?)
The peeling open of ** (?)
Tonight we're temporary
** ** We bend
Red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red
Lead (bleed) and transpire(?)
A world of peace under fire(?)
The silence (silent) feats you (we) were fed(?) to ** ** ** instead
Red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red red"
Is all I ever can hear when I listen to it 🤷
First song I ever listened to on my first time doing DMT. This and Ra made my first ever experience something I'll never ever be able to forget.
@BatmanHQYT
I first heard this track four years ago, and it's even more powerful revisiting it. The sound absolutely envelops you in this beautiful, terrifying way, like swimming into the belly of a great underwater beast. It could be used to accompany all sorts of striking cinematic images. The crescendo at the end is especially spectacular, gives me chills every time.
@currantpotpie
This song still gives me chills. Love it.
@mariawilliams4506
lol got here cause of that really emotional scene in shameless with mickey and ian and now i love this band
@vaughanhoffman7777
Same
@javiernavarrete6676
" This Band is just everything "
@rightwayffrs6848
No tv show has bought me hear the acid just popped up now im listening Quality production coming up for air !! great name THE ACID
@JuanGarcia-jr8yi
Im in love with this song
@liel9950
this song gives me chills, oh god, amazing.
@thabsmk7840
Good music brought me here!! These guys are great.
@ivanakokoric8167
+Thabs Mk Yeaaah!