Make Me Bad

KoRn's 'Make Me Bad' delves into the internal struggle of grappling with one's darker desires and the search for meaning in a world that often feels devoid of compassion. The lyrics express a sense of disillusionment, where what was once thought to be fun and games turns out to be monotonous and empty. The protagonist of the song seeks out something that can make them feel alive, even if it means embracing something harmful or 'bad'. The repeated line 'I need to feel the sickness in you' suggests a craving for a connection that is intense and possibly destructive.

The chorus, 'I feel the reason as it's leaving me, no, not again. It's quite deceiving as I'm feeling the flesh, make me bad,' captures the essence of the song. It reflects the moment when the initial reasons for seeking out these experiences begin to fade, leaving behind a sense of being deceived by one's own desires. The phrase 'feeling the flesh' can be interpreted as giving in to carnal desires or the temptation of the physical, which is at odds with the individual's better judgment. The song wrestles with the idea of whether indulging in these desires inherently makes one 'bad'.

KoRn, known for their nu-metal sound and often dark, introspective lyrics, captures a universal human experience in 'Make Me Bad'. The song resonates with listeners who have ever felt the pull of temptation and the subsequent self-reflection on morality and identity. It's a powerful exploration of the human condition, the quest for stimulation, and the consequences of our choices.