God, If You Are Above

Falling In Reverse's song 'God, If You Are Above' delves deep into the existential and spiritual struggles of an individual grappling with their past and uncertain future. The lyrics reflect a profound sense of guilt and hopelessness, as the protagonist acknowledges their sins and feels destined for damnation. The opening lines, 'God cannot save my soul / It's straight to hell for me, I know,' set a somber tone, indicating a belief that redemption is out of reach. This sentiment is further emphasized by the recurring theme of unresolved inner conflict, as seen in the lines, 'Resolution, no solution.'

The song also explores the dichotomy between the life the protagonist desires and the dark past they are trying to escape. The lyrics, 'The spirit's stuck between two roads / And waiting there on me,' illustrate this internal battle. One path represents a hopeful future, while the other is marred by 'drugs, the guns, the lies, the lows.' This juxtaposition highlights the struggle to reconcile past mistakes with the aspiration for a better life. The repeated questioning of divine presence and purpose, 'God, if you are above, I fear / That one day the whole world will disappear,' underscores a deep-seated fear of insignificance and the quest for meaning.

The chorus serves as a poignant reflection on the protagonist's life choices and their impact. The repeated lines, 'And if it does, will I have lived my life / The way that I could? / The way that I should?' reveal a yearning for validation and a desire to have lived a life of purpose. This introspection is coupled with a sense of abandonment, as the protagonist questions the absence of divine intervention, 'All these prayers have gone unanswered / Where were you?' The song ultimately captures the essence of human vulnerability, the search for redemption, and the fear of an unfulfilled existence.