Slave
X-Axis Lyrics

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Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Money Money
From the lemonade stand to number one in command
The dream of fools is to try to play God whenever he can
It's the folly of man

Will he ever learn
The writing's on the wall
Adam's invisible hand
This is not sleight of hand nor supply or demand
Nothing's ever enough and it was endlessly your turn
Now judgment is at hand
So you say
save me from myself
Arraign the infidels
Enslaved to endless wealth
that devils made
Oh are we more than slaves
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Is this all that I am
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
After the wolves among men feast on the sheep in the pen
The silence will bleed when market bells toll again
And all that I ask is that you not pretend
to misapprehend your intent
Clock in, clock out like a mechanical lout
While politicians betray and filthy lawyers holdout
Every bucket of bullion knows a name on a grave
And every rainbow needs a slave
I'm begging
save me from myself
And slay the infidels
Save me from this hell
that devils made
Because we're more than slaves
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Is this all that I am
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money
Slave to the money

Is this all that I am
Is this all that I am

Overall Meaning

In the song "Slave" by X-Axis, the lyrics convey the theme of being trapped and controlled by money, ultimately questioning one's identity and purpose. The repetition of "Slave to the money" emphasizes the overpowering hold that money can have on individuals and society as a whole.

The first verse discusses the pursuit of wealth, starting from humble beginnings ("lemonade stand") to achieving a position of power ("number one in command"). However, it criticizes the desire to play god and the foolishness of thinking that money alone can bring ultimate fulfillment. The reference to "Adam's invisible hand" suggests the destructive consequences of greed and the inevitability of facing judgment for one's actions.

The chorus expresses the plea to be saved from the destructive nature of wealth and the corrupting influence it can have. "Arraign the infidels" refers to holding accountable those who have exploited their wealth or abused their power. The lyrics convey the idea that the search for endless riches only leads to enslavement and inner turmoil, emphasizing the need for liberation from the grasp of money.

The second verse criticizes the worldly and materialistic nature of society. It refers to the metaphorical "wolves among men" who prey on the vulnerable ("sheep in the pen"), highlighting the predatory nature of those who prioritize wealth above all else. The lyrics implore listeners not to ignore the reality of their intentions and to break free from the monotonous cycle of work and exploitation perpetuated by politicians and lawyers.

The repetition of "save me from myself" expresses the internal struggle and desire for liberation from the destructive power of money. It questions whether a person's entire existence is defined by being enslaved to the pursuit of wealth. The song ultimately encourages critical thinking about the true value and purpose of money, urging listeners to reflect on whether their identity and worth are solely determined by financial success.

Line by Line Meaning

Slave to the money
Being controlled and dominated by the power and influence of money

Slave to the money
Continuing to be subservient to the control and manipulation of money

Slave to the money
Persistently trapped and powerless under the influence of money

Slave to the money
Living a life of servitude and dependency to money

Money Money
Emphasizing the significance and overwhelming presence of money in one's life

From the lemonade stand to number one in command
From a simple childhood business venture to a position of great power and authority

The dream of fools is to try to play God whenever he can
The misguided ambition of foolish individuals to exert god-like control and power

It's the folly of man
Highlighting the foolishness and inherent flaws of human nature

Will he ever learn
Questioning whether humanity will ever gain wisdom and insight

The writing's on the wall
The signs and indications of a looming consequence are clearly visible

Adam's invisible hand
Referring to the unseen influence and impact of human actions

This is not sleight of hand nor supply or demand
Rejecting the idea that the current situation is a result of manipulation or economic principles

Nothing's ever enough and it was endlessly your turn
Expressing the insatiable desire for more, and how it was always someone's chance to benefit

Now judgment is at hand
Signifying that the time for consequences and judgment has arrived

So you say, save me from myself
Pleading to be rescued from one's own destructive tendencies

Arraign the infidels
Calling for the punishment and accountability of those who betray trust

Enslaved to endless wealth that devils made
Trapped and controlled by the wealth and power created by corrupt individuals

Oh are we more than slaves
Questioning whether there is more to human existence than being mere slaves to money

Is this all that I am
Reflecting on the identity and purpose that solely revolves around money

After the wolves among men feast on the sheep in the pen
Following the exploitation and manipulation of the vulnerable by those in positions of power

The silence will bleed when market bells toll again
The quiet suffering and consequences that will arise once the market and its negative impacts resurface

And all that I ask is that you not pretend to misapprehend your intent
Requesting for honesty and clarity in one's intentions

Clock in, clock out like a mechanical lout
Engaging in monotonous and robotic work, devoid of purpose

While politicians betray and filthy lawyers holdout
Highlighting the untrustworthiness and corrupt nature of politicians and lawyers

Every bucket of bullion knows a name on a grave
Every accumulation of wealth is associated with someone's suffering or demise

And every rainbow needs a slave
Implying that even the most beautiful and promising aspects of life are tainted by the need for servitude

I'm begging, save me from myself
Desperately pleading for deliverance from one's own destructive tendencies

And slay the infidels
Demanding the elimination and punishment of those who betray trust

Save me from this hell that devils made
Seeking liberation from the torment and pain caused by corrupt individuals

Because we're more than slaves
Asserting that humanity possesses a greater value and purpose beyond being mere slaves to money

Is this all that I am
Questioning whether one's existence is limited to being controlled and defined by money

Is this all that I am
Repeating the previous line to underline the profound existential query

Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: John Reilly

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Comments from YouTube:

James Cullins

Good video. Can you tell me what the 10pin header is for. Is it an option for step & Dir? or Maybe the MPG??

MrPaluszkiBeskidzkie

What about positioning A axis when IT is slave to X axis for example. ( Plasma router 4 motors ) ??

Dave Gatton

So you can jog the Y and the A and both axis move but will both axis move is sync when you use a MDI command or while running a G code program?

Antonio Valero

Hi, I need your help. I have to motors connected to the CNC shield one as Y and the other one as A slave, I put the two pins to make it slave and the direction BUT the slave only turns in one direction. If I turns the Y to the right the slave goes to right but if I turn the Y to lefty the left the slave goes to right again, why is that? How to fix it?

CertsUAsPilot

Do they have this same board but supporting 5 axis?

kAs_Mechanic

In my LPT machine, the port is on the same board with the drivers, I originally connected such a board to the LPT, and then made a standalone controller, abandoned the computer and Mach3: https://youtu.be/GwG7Bw5dJMs