None But My Own Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Kingofstilport 

Cover art for None But My Own lyrics by Machine Head

This one's primarily about self-preservation, revenge, and survival, expressing the idea that even when you're stripped of everything you own, you can still remain strong and take back your life. In portraying this, it talks of someone who's been wronged and seeks to take back power. Even after he's been stripped of everything he has, he's resilient and refuses to be broken down. It's reinforced further with him saying that his heart beats for none but his own, meaning he prioritizes his own survival above anything else. While he isn't a virtuous man, he won't let another person continue to hurt him or try to bring him down.

Song Meaning
Positive
Subjective
Enjoyment
Self-preservation
Revenge
Survival
Resilience
Empowerment