| Coroner – Masked Jackal Lyrics | 12 years ago |
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Thanks for kicking off the discussion, faladorcre. Some excellent comments for this brilliant song. You are correct in your analysis of the song, but it is more specific than what you have said. The song is clearly about the Romanian dictator Nicolae Ceaucescu, General Secretary of the Romanian Communist Party (1965-1989). He was known for his absolute power and domination of every aspect of the lives of the people, as well as his economic bleeding of Romania, spending everything of the country's wealth on himself and his family. Most of the meanings of the lyrics are fairly evident, but here are some specific references to him: "To be in league with workers" - He started out as a member of the communist party, to fight for the rights of his fellow workers. "Shot leaving a shambles" - With the country on its knees, Ceaucescu and his wife were rounded up by the people and summarily executed by firing squad. The country was left in "a shambles". I hope that helps. |
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