"Of fire is a death metal band from Sweden. They play "heavy as shit" death… Read Full Bio ↴"Of fire is a death metal band from Sweden. They play "heavy as shit" death metal/death n roll with a raw attitude.
The music is relativly simple and to the point, Good riffs always being the main focus.
Words like "feeling" and "energy" being far more important than "technical" and "fast". A genuin sound moulded from five childhood friends including the Thunell brothers and playing metal since they forged their identity around 14 years old. They are hear to point the middle finger to it all!"
OF FIRE was discovered by Tomas Skogsberg, he believed in the band and took them under his wings in the fall of 2012 and recorded their debut album "Carnage fever" Now with lots of local and national gigs, two festival gigs and a european tour later they're back in Sunlight studio recording their second album "Death do us all" wich is planned to be released in 2016 they're hiting the road once again to promote the new album and to bring the metal world on it's knees and start over where it all went wrong.
Line up:
Robin Joelsson: Vocals
Jonathan Thunell: Guitar
Rick Williamsson: Drums
Martin Johansson: Bass
Rasmus Thunell:Guitar

Slave
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Reading your thoughts, Just a bird in a cage, Just a rat in a maze
Spiritual death, just a satanic catch, just a new god of lent
Dimensional screen, just a gospel to squeeze, just attention to seize
Plagerant muse, just a part for the fool, just a global epidemic
Flock of bats, unearthly addicts
Slave the hive, the clever bastards

Reading the lines just to pay your daily tides, just to bleed the vacant line

Web tainted minds, the majestic tribal sign, just inflicting mental crimes
Drawn to your grid, just a small reckless sin, just a life changing crypt
Gambit aflame, just to keep the cattle lame, your lobotomy is here

Flock of bats, unearthly addicts
Slave the hive, the clever bastards

They got us wired to the reptile brain, your life is not the same, this world is insane
Played by the man, just a torturous hand, executing his plans
Taunt you and tease, at the end of the chain, just accepting the game

Ever think twice in your evil device, how the programs concise
Digital tweak, the religion to seek, just a stab from the creeps

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Slave" by Of Fire express a disillusionment with the pervasive influence of technology and media on society. The song describes individuals as being trapped in a metaphorical cage or maze, unable to think for themselves or break free from the control of a manipulative system. The reference to "spiritual death" and a "new god of lent" suggest that this conditioning is not only physical, but also spiritual and psychological. The idea of a "dimensional screen" and "plagerant muse" underscores the notion that we are bombarded with messages and images that are carefully designed to influence our thoughts, behaviors, and emotions to the advantage of those in power. The chorus of "Slave the hive, the clever bastards" emphasizes that this process is intentional and orchestrated by those who seek to manipulate and control us.

The imagery in the verses of the song further illustrates this sentiment. The line "just to bleed the vacant line" implies that we are expected to conform to a prescribed set of beliefs or behaviors, even if they are not genuine or fulfilling. The use of the phrase "majestic tribal sign" suggests that we are encouraged to identify with groups or labels that limit our individuality and perpetuate the status quo. The reference to a "life-changing crypt" implies that the information we are presented with is often misleading or incomplete, which can have irreversible consequences. The idea of a "lobotomy" reinforces the notion that our minds are being altered in ways that are detrimental to our true nature.

In the second verse, the lyrics focus on the ways in which technology and media are used to manipulate individuals. The line "played by the man" suggests that we are being toyed with by those in positions of power, who use fear and coercion to maintain their control. The idea of being "taunted and teased" at the "end of the chain" implies that we are always kept within reach, but never allowed to truly break free. The reference to "digital tweak" and "religion to seek" highlights the ways in which technology and media have become a new form of religion, with their own set of rituals, beliefs, and dogma.

Line by Line Meaning

Reading your thoughts, Just a bird in a cage, Just a rat in a maze
Your mind is being monitored, limited and controlled, just like a caged bird or a rat in a maze.

Spiritual death, just a satanic catch, just a new god of lent
You are losing your spiritual self and becoming trapped in the grip of evil, just like how the devil captures souls during Lent.

Dimensional screen, just a gospel to squeeze, just attention to seize
The media is manipulating your perception of reality and exploiting your desire for attention.

Plagerant muse, just a part for the fool, just a global epidemic
Artistic expression has become unoriginal, shallow and destructive on a worldwide scale.

Flock of bats, unearthly addicts
People are becoming addicted to unnatural and unsustainable lifestyles, like a flock of bats drawn to the wrong things.

Slave the hive, the clever bastards
Those in power are exploiting and controlling the masses, who are oblivious to their true intentions.

Reading the lines just to pay your daily tides, just to bleed the vacant line
You are mindlessly consuming media, just to fulfill your daily obligations and satisfy your desire for stimulation.

Web tainted minds, the majestic tribal sign, just inflicting mental crimes
The internet is corrupting our minds and pitting us against each other, causing psychological harm.

Drawn to your grid, just a small reckless sin, just a life changing crypt
You are becoming infatuated with technology, which may seem like a minor mistake but can have major consequences for your life.

Gambit aflame, just to keep the cattle lame, your lobotomy is here
People in power are manipulating and deceiving you, keeping you ignorant and incapable of thinking critically.

They got us wired to the reptile brain, your life is not the same, this world is insane
Those in power are manipulating our primitive instincts, resulting in a world that seems out of control and far from how it used to be.

Played by the man, just a torturous hand, executing his plans
You are being controlled like a pawn by those in power, who are implementing their schemes even if they harm you.

Taunt you and tease, at the end of the chain, just accepting the game
Those in power are provoking and tempting you, knowing that you are powerless and will likely continue to participate in their games.

Ever think twice in your evil device, how the programs concise
Have you ever considered the ethical implications of your technological usage and how it is designed to manipulate you?

Digital tweak, the religion to seek, just a stab from the creeps
Technology is becoming a substitute for religion, but it is being manipulated and controlled by nefarious individuals.

Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DESMOND WAYNE KENSEL, JEFF PAUL MATZ, MATTHEW LANCE PIKE

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