The Tank
Mechanical Symphony of War: Unveiling the Dark Desires
Lyrics
Eight wheels lusting for the lives of infantry
Eight wheels symbolize a military tank eager for the lives of infantry.
(His bearings shift)
The tank's bearings shift, indicating a change in direction or focus.
His turrets turning from accountability
The tank's turrets turn away from accountability, possibly avoiding responsibility.
(He takes his aim)
The tank takes aim, preparing for action.
"We sing our final song and soon this verse is over."
A reflective statement about the inevitability of death in war.
He makes advances till his wheels cease to roll.
The tank advances until it can no longer move, indicating its relentless pursuit.
His God is smiling on his cold mechanic soul.
The tank's actions are seen as guided by a cold, mechanical soul and a deity favoring war.
"His plot is perfect if it sees no contradiction."
A commentary on the perceived perfection of the tank's plan when devoid of contradictions.
There is no sign that he shows a sign of slowing.
No indication that the tank is slowing down, emphasizing its relentless nature.
You've stained your skin and I won't stick around
A person expresses a decision to leave, avoiding the consequences of staying.
long enough to count the hearts that hit the ground.
Refers to leaving before witnessing the emotional impact of the tank's actions.
So long ago...was I one of them?
A reflection on past experiences and questioning one's involvement in war.
Your urgency hastened by his ingenuity
The urgency to act is heightened by the tank's ingenuity.
It's just a matter of moments til your body is debris
Anticipation of destruction, with bodies turning into debris due to the tank's actions.
"So say a prayer"
An appeal to pray in the face of imminent danger.
"His plot is perfect if it sees no contradiction."
Reiteration of the tank's plan being perfect without contradictions.
You've stained your skin and I won't stick around
Repetition of the decision to leave, avoiding the emotional aftermath.
long enough to count the hearts that hit the ground.
Reiteration of avoiding witnessing the emotional impact of the tank's actions.
So long ago...was I one of them?
Continued reflection on past involvement in war and its consequences.
And still he moves on
Despite the destruction, the tank continues to move forward.
arm and iron conquer heart and soul.
Reference to the tank's impact on both physical (arm) and emotional (heart and soul) aspects.
and what of those in silent disconnect
People experiencing a disconnect from the reality of war.
sundry souls akin in consequence
Various individuals sharing a common consequence due to the tank's actions.
begging for bliss beyond the pain
People yearning for happiness amid the pain caused by war.
Relief is just a turret's fire away
Relief from suffering is portrayed as being just a turret's fire away.
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