Slanderous Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Kingofstilport 

Cover art for Slanderous lyrics by Machine Head

This song is a message of unity and self-acceptance in the face of discrimination and hate, describing the derogatory names and labels that society has given many; This includes ones like meth head, alkie, faggot, wetback, and nigga. But despite these labels, it proudly states how we must embrace them and raise our middle finger to those who seek to silence and divide us. Take the insults, racial slurs, and slander they throw at you, and stand defiant, unwavering, and never backing down. It also briefly speaks about how the ignorant racists try to spread slander in attempts to make brothers, sisters, and friends all turn their backs on each other.

In general, it's about the importance of acceptance and love in a cruel and divisive world, telling people to be proud of who they are and embrace themselves, even with the derogatory labels assigned to them, and encourages people to love each other despite how we may look.

Song Meaning
Positive
Subjective
Anger
Unity
Self-acceptance
Discrimination
Defiance
Love