Shadow Of Deth Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Rafyta 

Cover art for Shadow Of Deth lyrics by Megadeth

I think everything in this song makes perfect sense:

  • The psalm was written by David the King
  • David spent probably half his life in wars, thus also hiding and running away from enemies
  • Valley of the shadow of death = War (war sounds in background)
  • "I will fear no evil; for thou art with me" (Help comes from my lord)

This is likely in part as a reference to Dave's darkest days of struggle with drugs/demons. At one point he had to take a "Spiritual advisor" (pastor) on tour to help him with demons.

I was very surprised when i first listened to this song (in a good way). This is the most famous psalm of all, even my granma's favorite.

@dr.zaius: It's easy for people with no beliefs or with a life full of hate to mock people who have beliefs (call christians "pussy" and so on) and have found inner peace through God. Your choice but you are harming no one but yourself.