Corruption Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Arachidamia 

Cover art for Corruption lyrics by Iggy Pop

This song doesn't bother to ask why although that is always good to know. The corrupt person gets a sick thrill out of hurting or oppressing others through a series of illegal actions and lies. I guess what the singer is saying is he/she doesn't expect the corrupt individual to tell the truth, only to continue to fulfill their own means to an end. Whatever that may be? Seems like the situation ends up in a courtroom though. The singer is simply shedding light on the situation by telling others, many others.

"From the scream scream scream of the babies To the retch retch retch of the youth"

The fact that children may be involved makes it all the more hateful because of their innocence and wholehearted trust in individuals. When I hear this I imagine someone in a position of power over children who abuses and disrespects this privilege. Describing corruption and corrupt people and the ugly circumstance of having your own agenda and letting it impact your morals and integrity.

"From the fact fact fact of the souless"

From my observations and dealings, since the corrupt person is already souless you then you have no need to worry about heaven or hell. Although calling yourself a Christian and trying to identify with that ideaology would be hypocritical to say the least.

Almost forgot to say that I don't care for the song although for some people, its necessary to hear.

Even if they only have one ear to hear it with.