Wasted
The Psycho Realm Lyrics


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WASTED
(G.Gonzalez, J.Gonzalez)
(Duke)
We run in the packs, sick dogs of attack
Methods of warfare, front to the back
shooting in the troops the juice so they last
Put it in the food can't get through the mask
Remember it's all fair in war
Head confusion, down by law
Poisoning the mind with visions of mad killing
Filling me with hate
I can't fight the feeling
(Jacken)
It's a chemical attack from all sides
Carefuly devised
Spraying pesticides on rations
We're catching homicide
Agent orange destroy in similar fashion
Less action little attractionL
Sill death is maxim, they're multi-platinum
Killing milions mostly civilians
Through secret experiements with disregard for your opinion
In the 'shroom fields we feel real defenseless
Against this disorganization of the senses
It's tenseless, past or present, we're invalid
Consider yourself a lyric in this death ballad
hook:
-Wasted yeah
Get hit by the slugs drugs in war zone
-Wasted
Lose your sense against these streets where I roam
-Wasted yeah
Invading the space of your dome of your home
-Wasted
In the fields we live and die our minds gone




Wasted yeah
Wasted

Overall Meaning

The Psycho Realm's song "Wasted" is a powerful commentary on the devastating effects of war on the human mind and body. The song describes the brutality of war, its impact on soldiers and civilians, and the use of chemical and biological weapons. The opening lines "We run in the packs, sick dogs of attack / Methods of warfare, front to the back" sets the tone for the confrontational, aggressive tone of the song. The lyrics suggest that in war, there are no rules, and any means are justified to achieve victory. The line "Put it in the food can't get through the mask / Remember it's all fair in war" speaks to the use of chemical and biological agents that can be hidden in food or other supplies to cripple the enemy.


The lyrics in the song are filled with visceral, violent imagery that paints a vivid picture of the horrors of war. Lines like "Poisoning the mind with visions of mad killing / Filling me with hate / I can't fight the feeling" suggest that the psychological impact of war can be just as devastating as its physical toll. The lyrics also call out the use of Agent Orange, a toxic herbicide used by the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. The line "Agent orange destroy in similar fashion / Less action little attraction" suggests that the deadly effects of Agent Orange were not immediately apparent but had devastating consequences in the long run, causing illness and death for many veterans and civilians.


One interesting fact about "Wasted" is that it was initially released in 1997 as a B-side to The Psycho Realm's single "Stone Garden." The song was later included on the group's self-titled debut album in 1999. Another interesting fact is that The Psycho Realm was formed by two brothers, Jack and Duke, who were both members of the graffiti crew, The Westside Oldies. The group is known for their socially conscious lyrics and distinctive, West Coast-style production.


Line by Line Meaning

We run in the packs, sick dogs of attack
We move together in groups, like predatory animals with the intention of attacking our enemies.


Methods of warfare, front to the back
We have various ways to engage in battle, from start to finish.


Shooting in the troops the juice so they last
We supply our soldiers with a substance to help them survive longer battles.


Put it in the food can't get through the mask
We administer this substance covertly in the food supply, undetected even by gas masks.


Remember it's all fair in war
In times of war, everything is allowed in order to win.


Head confusion, down by law
The authority is deliberately contributing to the confusion and chaos in our minds.


Poisoning the mind with visions of mad killing
Our thoughts and perceptions are being manipulated to promote a desire for violent actions.


Filling me with hate
I am consumed by a strong feeling of animosity and hostility.


It's a chemical attack from all sides
We are being exposed to hazardous substances from all directions.


Carefully devised
The tactics being used against us are carefully planned and executed.


Spraying pesticides on rations
Toxic chemicals are being added to our food supply.


We're catching homicide
We are becoming victims to intentional killing.


Agent orange destroy in similar fashion
The effects of chemical weapons are similar to the destruction caused by the Agent Orange herbicide.


Less action little attraction
There is minimal action taken towards prevention, which is comparatively unappealing.


Still death is maximum, they're multi-platinum
Despite the lack of action, the impact is still extremely deadly, and the perpetrators are successful, wealthy, and powerful.


Killing millions mostly civilians
The casualties of war are primarily innocent non-military personnel.


Through secret experiments with disregard for your opinion
The government is conducting unethical and concealed trials with no regard for public opinion.


In the 'shroom fields we feel real defenseless
We are vulnerable and helpless against the unknown and unpredictable reality of war.


Against this disorganization of the senses
The chaos and destruction of war is making it challenging for us to make sense of our surroundings.


It's tenseless, past or present, we're invalid
The ongoing conflict makes it impossible for us to have a sense of stability, and it invalidates our past and present lives.


Consider yourself a lyric in this death ballad
You are another victim of this destructive, deadly situation.


Get hit by the slugs drugs in war zone
You will be subjected to violence and exposed to hazardous substances while in this war zone.


Lose your sense against these streets where I roam
You will become disoriented in these dangerous, unpredictable streets where we are present.


Invading the space of your dome of your home
We are infiltrating and occupying the space of your mind and your physical home.


In the fields we live and die our minds gone
We are living and dying in these dangerous fields, with our mental state greatly affected by the violence and destruction we witness.


Wasted yeah
We are experiencing the full extent of destruction and loss due to this ongoing war.




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