Deep Space 9mm Lyrics

Lyric discussion by nathan1149 

Cover art for Deep Space 9mm lyrics by El-P

A lot of different versions of that one key line . . . I think its 'Criminal now. A lot of things I thought beautiful, under my power.' Which makes it a reference to him adopting a lawless lifestyle, and being successful with music, women, etc. Thus (notice the past tense) making them less beautiful now that he has them instead of wanting them.