This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
Hey (hey), oh, Mister backstabbing son of a bitch
You're living in a world that will soon be dying
And I know, everybody knows you try to be like me
But even at your best, as a man you couldn't equal half of me
I am realizing that everybody's lost their simple ways
And now that it's here, I see it all so clearly
I've come face to face with the enemy, oh, the enemy
You (you), you're another shit talking punk to me
You're living inspiration for what I never wanna be
And I see (I see), you've been blinded by what you believe
And now back up and sit down, shut up and act like you need to be
I am realizing that everybody's lost their simple ways
And now that it's here, I see it all so clearly
I've come face to face with the enemy, oh, the enemy
Come to me, come to me, oh, the enemy, come to me, come to me
So predicting, you're the reason why I lie
Simple decision, took me too much time to fly
Oh, checkmate (checkmate)
I am realizing that everybody's lost their simple ways
And now that it's here, I see it all so clearly
I've come face to face with the enemy, oh, the enemy
Come to me
You're living in a world that will soon be dying
And I know, everybody knows you try to be like me
But even at your best, as a man you couldn't equal half of me
I am realizing that everybody's lost their simple ways
And now that it's here, I see it all so clearly
I've come face to face with the enemy, oh, the enemy
You (you), you're another shit talking punk to me
You're living inspiration for what I never wanna be
And I see (I see), you've been blinded by what you believe
And now back up and sit down, shut up and act like you need to be
I am realizing that everybody's lost their simple ways
And now that it's here, I see it all so clearly
I've come face to face with the enemy, oh, the enemy
Come to me, come to me, oh, the enemy, come to me, come to me
So predicting, you're the reason why I lie
Simple decision, took me too much time to fly
Oh, checkmate (checkmate)
I am realizing that everybody's lost their simple ways
And now that it's here, I see it all so clearly
I've come face to face with the enemy, oh, the enemy
Come to me
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Great version of a great song,
I Can't Go To Sleep
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Just A Little Lovin'
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this song Is kick ass, the meaning is clear
Like most of the songs on IV, it reflects a search for deeper meaning in life, and a desire for a new direction.
This sing totally kicks ass!! I just love this cd!!
When I heard this song for Summerslam, I loved it. Totally agree with you Chocklit!!!!!!!!!!!!
wow seems like someone is a littile upset, I think y just maybe, the Enemy!
some one needs to get their head outta their ass. this song is freakin awsome
dude, thats what I meant
This song kicks ass.
Dude this song is friggin kick ass! ima chcik n wanna be a lead singer and am pretty good at metal but...idk if i could equal his voice in this song. godsmack u freikin rock.
Metal on, f*ck yaah!
This song fucking rocks