I'll Be Your Ghost
The Devil's Blood Lyrics


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Lay me on your bed of nails
Tie me to your whipping-post
I'll let you kill me
And I'll be your ghost

I'd walk over broken glass for you
I'd crawl over burning coals for you
I'd do all the things you'd have me do
And I would gladly give my life for you

I'd hang myself in iron chains for you
I'd whip myself with razor wire for you
If you'd only promise to kiss my wounds
I would gladly give my life to you

Oh, enough of this torment
I am praying on broken knees




Let this cup pass my lips, oh lord
I wish only to be with thee

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Devil's Blood's song "I'll Be Your Ghost" relate to a person's willingness to submit themselves to extreme pain, suffering, and even death in the name of love. The song is essentially about a person who is completely devoted to their lover, to the point of being willing to endure any physical or emotional torture that their beloved desires. The opening verses of the song describe the person's willingness to lay on a bed of nails and be tied to a whipping post, all in the name of love. The person is further willing to crawl over burning coals, walk over broken glass, and endure any torture that their lover may wish to inflict upon them.


The lyrics display a sense of blind devotion and love that is often seen as unhealthy and dangerous. The repeated phrase "I would gladly give my life for you" indicates that the person is willing to die for their lover, a sentiment that is typically associated with toxic relationships. However, the final verse of the song offers a glimpse of redemption, as the person prays to be with the lord and escape the torment they are feeling. This suggests that the person may be aware of their problematic behavior, but they are unable to escape the hold that their lover has over them.


Overall, the song raises questions about the nature of love and the extent to which a person should be willing to endure pain and suffering for the sake of their partner. It is a powerful and evocative piece of music that inspires strong emotions in listeners.


Line by Line Meaning

Lay me on your bed of nails
I am willing to suffer physical pain for you, to show my devotion and dedication


Tie me to your whipping-post
I am willing to endure punishment and discipline from you, to prove my loyalty


I'll let you kill me
I am willing to sacrifice myself for you, even unto death


And I'll be your ghost
Even in death, I will remain by your side as a spirit, continuing to love and serve you


I'd walk over broken glass for you
I am willing to endure extreme physical discomfort for you, without complaint or hesitation


I'd crawl over burning coals for you
I am willing to expose myself to intense pain and danger for you, without hesitation or regard for my own safety


I'd do all the things you'd have me do
I am willing to be your servant and do your bidding, no matter how difficult, strange or degrading it may seem


And I would gladly give my life for you
I am willing to die for you, without complaint or hesitation, because my love for you is more important than my own life


I'd hang myself in iron chains for you
I am willing to endure extreme physical restraint and pain for you, to prove my loyalty and dedication


I'd whip myself with razor wire for you
I am willing to inflict pain on myself for you, to demonstrate my devotion and to suffer on your behalf


If you'd only promise to kiss my wounds
I am seeking love and affection from you, even in the midst of pain and suffering, and am willing to endure anything if you show me that love


I would gladly give my life to you
I am willing to die for you, because my love for you is unconditional and eternal


Oh, enough of this torment
I am tired of suffering and enduring pain, and am looking for relief and comfort


I am praying on broken knees
I am humbling myself before you, seeking your mercy and forgiveness, and am willing to submit myself to your will


Let this cup pass my lips, oh lord
I am asking for deliverance from my suffering, and am hoping that you will ease my pain and show me mercy


I wish only to be with thee
I desire closeness and intimacy with you, and am willing to endure anything to be in your presence




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SELIM LEMOUCHI

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@dansemacabre4350

Lyrics:
I'd walk over broken glass for you
I'd crawl over burning coals for you
I'd do all the things you'd have me do
And I would gladly give my life for you

Lay me on your bed of nails
Tie me to your whipping post
I'll let you kill me
And I'll be your ghost

I'd hang my self in iron chains for you
I'd whip my self with razorwire for you
If you'd only promise to kiss my wounds
I would gladly give my life to you

Oh, enough of this torment!
I am praying on broken knees
Let this cup pass my lips, oh lord
I wish only to be with thee



All comments from YouTube:

@molly_the_spy7414

What a fantastic song. I literally melted when I first heard it.

@dansemacabre4350

Lyrics:
I'd walk over broken glass for you
I'd crawl over burning coals for you
I'd do all the things you'd have me do
And I would gladly give my life for you

Lay me on your bed of nails
Tie me to your whipping post
I'll let you kill me
And I'll be your ghost

I'd hang my self in iron chains for you
I'd whip my self with razorwire for you
If you'd only promise to kiss my wounds
I would gladly give my life to you

Oh, enough of this torment!
I am praying on broken knees
Let this cup pass my lips, oh lord
I wish only to be with thee

@davidnagy9764

At 2:45 is insane! Great music!

@papa_emeritus_one3860

Swoon ❤❤❤❤

@michaakasybir1355

Hope I'll be somebody's ghost :3

@enterbalak

I'll glady give my life for you...

@MrVisit0r

I always thought they sang ''Maybe i'm your enemy'' in the chorus..

@AM-th1bb

you listenin through your phone speakers?

@cykablyat3394

Subliminal message

@elodiebasse

Same here..so what does she say? I'm french...

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