Divine

KoRn's song 'Divine' delves deep into the tumultuous emotions of inner conflict and defiance. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist who hides and defies, taking away the love inside another person. This act of defiance is not just a rebellion against an external force but also an internal struggle. The line 'I see the face through everyone' suggests a sense of paranoia or a feeling of being constantly watched and judged, which fuels the protagonist's inner turmoil. The declaration 'Inside I've just begun!' indicates that this is only the start of a deeper, more intense emotional journey.

The chorus, 'You're gonna waste your time, Your life will soon be mine, You're definitely one of a kind, and You're suffering 'cause of me it's divine,' speaks to a sense of control and power over another person. The protagonist feels a twisted sense of satisfaction and divinity in causing someone else's suffering. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for the internal battles we face, where one part of us takes pleasure in the pain and downfall of another part. The repeated questioning of 'Tell me why you never liked me' and 'Tell me why it is you fight me' reveals a deep-seated need for validation and understanding, which is met with resistance and conflict.

The song's climax, with the repeated expletive-laden lines 'You know what, Fuck you! I'm fed up with you! I'm not as good as you?! Fuck no! I'm better than you!' showcases a raw, unfiltered outburst of anger and frustration. This outburst can be seen as a cathartic release of pent-up emotions, a moment of asserting dominance and superiority over the perceived adversary. The final lines, 'Did you really think you'd beat me at my own game?! You try to see what you got Me ripping at your brain!' further emphasize the theme of mental and emotional warfare, where the protagonist feels victorious in their internal battle.