Art Kills
U.S. Bombs Lyrics
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I killed you
Now I made a fucking mess
A mop and pail to clean the blood
Kill I kill too much
I killed you
You made me snap I'm sorry corpse
Spilled your guts with a hook
You might recall we were constitutional
You might recall we tore down the wall
The road has gotten narrow
They keep it subliminal
You might recall the uniform control
You might recall stallion installed
New world order of the new
Art kills
Art kills
Art kills
Art kills
The U.S. Bombs's song, Art Kills, is a fast-paced punk rock song that highlights the deadly consequences that art can have on society - suggesting that art, when used negatively, can lead to violence, chaos, and destruction. The lyrics revolve around the idea that killing or taking violent actions against others can be seen as a form of art, expressing oneself through violent means. The song gives a glimpse into the societal norms and the control of authority, which shape the way people think and view the world.
The lyrics of the song also touch upon the restrictive nature of society, that suppresses people's individual expression and creativity. The lines "The road has gotten narrow, they keep it subliminal" suggest that society is slowly closing its doors to creativity, and artists are finding it increasingly difficult to express themselves freely. The phrase "New world order of the new" represents a shift in societal norms, that curbs the expression of individuals and denies them their voice.
Overall, the song delivers a powerful message about the powerful and potentially destructive nature of art, and the importance of individual expression, creativity, and freedom of speech for artists.
Line by Line Meaning
Kill I kill too much
I have a tendency to become violent and engage in excessive murder
I killed you
I have committed murder against you
Now I made a fucking mess
My violent act has made a significant, unpleasant and difficult to clean mess
A mop and pail to clean the blood
I require a mop and pail to clean up the blood that was shed
You made me snap I'm sorry corpse
You pushed me to a point of snapping in rage, resulting in you becoming a lifeless corpse, and I am expressing regret for my actions
Spilled your guts with a hook
I have gruesomely removed your internal organs using a hook
You might recall we were constitutional
It is possible that you remember that our actions were once in accordance with the Constitution
You might recall we tore down the wall
It is possible that you remember that we once destroyed a physical barrier
The road has gotten narrow
The path for us to take has become limited and restricted
They keep it subliminal
Those in power are keeping things hidden from the public in a subtle and indirect manner
You might recall the uniform control
It is possible that you remember how the government has the power to dictate what people wear
You might recall stallion installed
It is possible that you remember how someone important or powerful was put into a position of authority
New world order of the new
A recent, unknown and powerful force is slowly taking control of the world
Art kills
Art that is created and displayed can influence people to engage in violence or destruction
Art kills
Artistic expression that is intended to be violent or destructive can cause real harm
Art kills
In some instances, art can lead to harmful or even deadly consequences
Art kills
The creation or experience of certain forms of art can be detrimental to one's well-being or society as a whole
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