Innocent
Twelfth Gate Lyrics
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What makes you better men than them?
So protected; the best of everything
But those stains won't leave your shoes
The crumbling earth under your feet
Rumbling earth... protect the innocent
Making deep wounds
Practice eternal hate
We don't cultivate, just give you the tools
Then watch it on TV
No one will stand and condemn
We'll keep it quiet because we're doing so good
But our future was sold
Has anyone noticed that the melting pot has boiled over?
Will someone lower the flame?
Innocent in the line of fire
Paid for by the stolen dollar
Innocent in the line of fire
You're guilty as sin
But the money keeps rolling in
Uneasy in my easy chair
I stare in disbelief
Oh will no one stand up, and stop this line of fire
The song Innocent by Twelfth Gate delves into the theme of power and its corrupting nature, especially in relation to war and the killing of innocent people. The opening line "Your blood lust is your undoing" sets the tone for the rest of the song, highlighting the destructive nature of a thirst for power and dominance.
The next line, "What makes you better men than them?" questions the justification and morality of war and killing, emphasizing the hypocrisy of those who believe they are morally superior while causing harm to innocent people. The line "The crumbling earth under your feet, Rumbling earth... protect the innocent" adds a sense of urgency and impending danger, urging people to take a stand against the destruction caused by war.
The chorus "Innocent in the line of fire, Paid for by the stolen dollar" highlights the innocent victims of war and the financial motivations behind it. The verses continue to criticize those in power, accusing them of practicing eternal hate and not taking responsibility for their actions.
The song ends with a plea for someone to stand up and stop the cycle of violence and destruction. Overall, Innocent is a powerful critique of the destructive nature of power and war, and a call to action for those who have the power to make a difference.
Line by Line Meaning
Your blood lust is your undoing
Your desire to shed blood will lead to your downfall
What makes you better men than them?
What qualities do you possess that make you superior to others?
So protected; the best of everything
You live in a highly shielded environment, surrounded by luxuries
But those stains won't leave your shoes
The consequences of your actions will haunt you forever
The crumbling earth under your feet
You stand on a shaky ground - your foundation is weak
Rumbling earth... protect the innocent
The world is in chaos, but we must ensure the safety and well-being of the innocent
Making deep wounds
You inflict serious damage on others
The loathing of you is so easy to do
It is effortless for others to despise you
Practice eternal hate
You continue to exhibit hatred constantly
We don't cultivate, just give you the tools
We do not encourage growth, instead we just provide means to cause harm
Then watch it on TV
We find pleasure in watching the destruction we have caused on television
No one will stand and condemn
No one will come forward and criticize your actions
We'll keep it quiet because we're doing so good
We will not speak up, as we assume that we're doing well
But our future was sold
Our prospects were compromised, all for monetary gain
Has anyone noticed that the melting pot has boiled over?
Has anyone realized that the situation has gotten out of hand?
Will someone lower the flame?
We need someone to calm things down
Innocent in the line of fire
The innocent are being hurt unexpectedly
Paid for by the stolen dollar
Their suffering is being financed by ill-gotten money
You're guilty as sin
Your guilt is comparable to that of the most sinful people
But the money keeps rolling in
Despite your wrongdoing, money keeps coming your way
Uneasy in my easy chair
I am uncomfortable while sitting comfortably
I stare in disbelief
I can't believe what's happening in front of me
Oh will no one stand up, and stop this line of fire
Why is no one coming forth to halt this damage-inflicting trend?
Contributed by David D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.