Devils In Their Eyes

Song Meaning

These lyrics paint a stark picture of power dynamics and moral reckoning. The opening lines immediately establish a sense of predetermined subjugation, a "lesser form" destined for hardship. This sets the stage for a critique of those who wield power irresponsibly, highlighting the "exploitation of power" as a central theme. The narrator questions the emotional capacity of the oppressor, asking "What makes you feel?" and noting a profound "disconnection." This disconnection is so complete that it denies even a final moment of reflection, "No last look up to the sky." The core tension arises from the realization that despite having the capacity for choice, the powerful abuse it, particularly when it comes to taking life. The post-chorus is a direct condemnation: "taking life is not your fucking choice to make." This is further emphasized by the visceral image of the oppressed, their "nerves feel the pain as their blood is / Being drained to serve you." The repeated assertion, "We are devils in their eyes," suggests a self-awareness of the monstrous role imposed upon or adopted by the powerful, seen through the eyes of the victim. The bridge introduces a temporal element, contrasting the inevitable fading of all things with a stubborn, perhaps destructive, clinging to the past. The lyrics question this fixation: "how are we still clutching to the past / Like we depend on it for life?" This fixation seems to fuel the ongoing cycle of abuse. The outro solidifies the critique, pointing to "Centuries of misuse" and "Unjustified abuse," concluding that the mere possession of the means to dominate does not confer any moral right to do so. The repetition of "We are devils in their eyes" at the end underscores the lasting impact and the perceived monstrousness of such actions.