Antichrist Superstar

Marilyn Manson's 'Antichrist Superstar' is a song that delves into themes of rebellion, transformation, and societal critique. The track is known for its provocative lyrics and is part of an album that shares the same title, which is a rock opera that tells the story of a character's rise and fall in a dystopian society. The song's aggressive tone and repeated chants of 'Hey!' set a confrontational mood, reflecting the artist's style of challenging norms and provoking thought.

The lyrics 'You built me up with your wishing hell / I didn't have to sell you' suggest a relationship between the protagonist and society, where society's desires and expectations have created a monster, or 'antichrist.' The 'pissing well' metaphor implies that the investments made by society (in terms of belief, money, or attention) are wasted on false promises or corrupt institutions. The call to 'Repent' can be seen as ironic, mocking the idea of seeking forgiveness from the very system that is flawed. The reference to the hydra, a mythological creature that grows back two heads when one is cut off, symbolizes resilience and the unstoppable nature of the protagonist or the movement they represent.

The eclipse of the Sun by the Moon and the spreading of the angel's wings could symbolize a change in power or a new era. The 'bitter things' that are coming could refer to the consequences of society's actions or the harsh truths that will be revealed. The repeated declaration that 'Our antichrist is almost here' serves as a warning or a prophecy of impending change, while the final lines 'When you are suffering know that I have betrayed you' could be interpreted as the protagonist's acknowledgment of their role in the suffering, possibly as a leader who has misled their followers or as a symbol of the destructive forces within society itself.