The Kill
The Game Lyrics


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Among the hollow rotted trees
Among their shadows in the breeze
I know the way you've been
Among the adulating masses
Among the disregarded absence
I know they haven't seen
Terror in the revelation
Of all the unconscious fixations
All held in such esteem
Careful who you worship, now
The lost will tell you when you're found
This slate is never clean

All is changed in war
All betrays the core
The core that never was

The vigil candlelit demands
The scrying of the idol's the past
Hallucinations that portray the murderer's hands
(I know the way you've been)
In court of ailing kings
The jesters speak of secret things
The swordplay silhouetted for a blind audience
(I know they haven't seen)

All compelled to the open
All exposed in the omens
All denied in devotion




All simple truths unknowing
Unknowing sacrifice

Overall Meaning

In "The Kill" by The Game, the lyrics describe a dark and deceptive world filled with hidden truths and false idols. In the first verse, the mention of "hollow rotted trees" and "shadows in the breeze" creates a somber and mysterious atmosphere. The lyrics suggest that the singer understands the true nature of those around him, recognizing their deceit and the way they manipulate others. The "adulating masses" refers to people who blindly admire and follow others without questioning their intentions. The singer acknowledges that these people are unaware of the truth behind the facades presented to them.


The chorus emphasizes the destructive power of war and how it reveals the true nature of individuals. The line "all betrays the core" implies that when faced with conflict, people's true selves are exposed and their hidden motives are revealed. The "core that never was" refers to the fact that what appeared genuine and solid was merely an illusion.


The second verse introduces the idea of false idols and the consequences of blindly following them. The "vigil candlelit demands" represent the desperate desires and expectations placed upon idols, while "scrying" refers to attempts to gain knowledge or insight into the future. The lyrics suggest that these idols are not what they seem, and their hands are stained with the actions of a murderer. The use of "court of ailing kings" and "jesters" portrays a corrupted society where secrets are shared, but only by those in power. The swordplay, mentioned metaphorically, represents the deceitful acts and manipulations that occur behind the scenes, unbeknownst to the general public.


The final lines convey a sense of inevitability and ignorance. The truth becomes evident to those who dare to see it, but it goes unnoticed and unrevealed to the masses who blindly follow. The lyrics suggest that these simple truths remain hidden and unrecognized due to devotion and loyalty to false beliefs. The concept of sacrifice emphasizes that some individuals may unknowingly give up their own well-being or understanding in pursuit of these false idols or ideals. Overall, "The Kill" explores themes of deception, false idols, and the consequences of blind devotion.


Line by Line Meaning

Among the hollow rotted trees
In the midst of decay and emptiness


Among their shadows in the breeze
Amid the influence and subtlety of their presence


I know the way you've been
I understand your actions and intentions


Among the adulating masses
Surrounded by those who worship and praise


Among the disregarded absence
In the midst of being ignored and overlooked


I know they haven't seen
They don't truly comprehend or perceive


Terror in the revelation
Fear arises from the unveiling of truth


Of all the unconscious fixations
Related to the hidden obsessions within the mind


All held in such esteem
All regarded with great regard and admiration


Careful who you worship, now
Be cautious in choosing who to idolize


The lost will tell you when you're found
Those who are lost can recognize when one is found


This slate is never clean
Past mistakes and sins can never be fully erased


All is changed in war
Everything undergoes transformation in times of conflict


All betrays the core
Everything reveals the true essence


The core that never was
The supposed foundation that was never real


The vigil candlelit demands
The fervent requests made during a solemn watch


The scrying of the idol's the past
Examining the history and significance of the idol


Hallucinations that portray the murderer's hands
Illusions showing the actions of a killer


(I know the way you've been)
(I am aware of your actions and deeds)


In court of ailing kings
Within the presence of sickly rulers


The jesters speak of secret things
The fools share hidden knowledge


The swordplay silhouetted for a blind audience
The staged combat performed for an unaware crowd


(I know they haven't seen)
(I know they have not truly witnessed)


All compelled to the open
Everyone forced to face the truth


All exposed in the omens
All revealed through signs and prophecies


All denied in devotion
All rejected despite strong dedication


All simple truths unknowing
All basic realities remaining unrecognized


Unknowing sacrifice
Sacrificing without being aware of the consequences




Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Jordan Hyman

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Comments from YouTube:

@bastianheggenstaller4823

It’s 2022 and this song is still killin it. Damn. Love it

@stillfree1133

That mixtape was dope

@revolutie

one of game's dopest records

@CNKCLAN2

Literally one of the best songs I've heard. I wish more music was like this (:

@TheInternationalist

Such a great track. Not sure why it wasn’t on an album.

@thed.o.c.andsnoopdogg2634

The Internationalist it was originally for detox.

@tmac6797

Prob didn’t get clearance for the sample

@michaelholland6541

This song was slept on.. still is. We here 2019 still banging that real ass music

@Da1nOnLy2k6

hip hop needs tracks like this every once in awhile. Game bringing heat and people need to start recognizing.

@hiphoponeworld

this brings back memories, this was one of the tracks i used to listen to all the time when i was homeless in 2012

one of his BEST tracks

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