Devastator
The Gothsicles Lyrics
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'Cause there's an evil giant robotic
New kid in town!
Constructicons
Form to create
The amalgemous monstrosity that Autobots hate!
Right arm is formed by Scavenger!
Scrapper, Long Haul, Bone Crusher
Make up the rest!
Hook creates the head that heroes detest!
DEVASTATOR!
Constructicons in battle
With the Dinobots!
They kick and claw and tear and share
Commercial spots!
But the forces of evil
Rule the scene
With an iron fist
That's purple and green!
Right arm is formed by Scavenger!
Left leg is formed by Mixmaster!
Scrapper, Long Haul, Bone Crusher
Make up the rest!
Hook creates the head that snaps on to his chest!
DEVASTATOR!
The lyrics to The Gothsicles's song Devastator are referencing the classic 1980s cartoon and toyline, Transformers. The song describes the creation of one of the show's most iconic villains, Devastator. Devastator is made up of six Constructicons who combine their bodies to create one massive robotic entity. The lyrics mention each of the six Constructicons by name as well as their role in forming the different parts of Devastator's body. While the Autobots, the show's protagonists, are depicted as helpless against this evil force, the lyrics still reference a playful rivalry between the Constructicons and another group of Transformers called the Dinobots.
The lyrics of Devastator can be interpreted as a nostalgic tribute to a beloved cartoon franchise from the 1980s, but they are also indicative of the broader appeal of science fiction and fantasy stories. The idea of monstrous robots that can combine into even larger and more fearsome creations taps into a primordial sense of awe and wonder. The song's references to commercial spots also show how pervasive the Transformers franchise has been in popular culture, especially in the 80s when a vast array of merchandise was available to fans.
Line by Line Meaning
Autobots are going down
The Autobots will face defeat
'Cause there's an evil giant robotic
This is due to the presence of an enormous and malevolent robot
New kid in town!
This newcomer is the latest addition to the conflict
Constructicons
The brand of robot responsible for Devastator's creation
Form to create
When combined, the Constructicons create something larger
The amalgemous monstrosity that Autobots hate!
This results in a frightening monster that the Autobots despise
Right arm is formed by Scavenger!
One specific part of Devastator is provided by Scavenger's contribution
Left leg is formed by Mixmaster!
Another specific part of Devastator is provided by Mixmaster's contribution
Scrapper, Long Haul, Bone Crusher
The remaining Constructicons each add a part to Devastator's composition
Make up the rest!
Their contributions together make up the remainder of Devastator
Hook creates the head that heroes detest!
The final piece, the head, is made by Hook and is despised by the Autobots
DEVASTATOR!
Combined together, the resulting entity is known as Devastator
Constructicons in battle
The Constructicons are actively fighting
With the Dinobots!
Their opponents are the Dinobots
They kick and claw and tear and share
The battle is intense and filled with physical combat
Commercial spots!
The conflict is also the subject of advertising
But the forces of evil
The side represented by Devastator
Rule the scene
Are controlling the course of events
With an iron fist
Their power is absolute
That's purple and green!
This power and control is identified by their distinct color scheme
Hook creates the head that snaps on to his chest!
This previously mentioned detail is restated for emphasis
DEVASTATOR!
Once more, the name of this fearsome combination is repeated
Contributed by Audrey M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.