Slaughterhouse (feat. Bryan Garris)

Motionless In White's song 'Slaughterhouse (feat. Bryan Garris)' is a powerful and aggressive anthem that channels the anger and frustration of the oppressed against their oppressors. The lyrics are filled with vivid imagery and metaphors that paint a picture of a society where the powerful exploit the weak, and the weak are ready to rise up and reclaim their dignity. The song's title itself, 'Slaughterhouse,' evokes a sense of brutality and dehumanization, suggesting that the oppressed are treated like livestock, mere commodities to be bought and sold.

The song opens with a reference to a 'deal with the devil,' indicating that the oppressors have made morally corrupt choices for their gain, leading to a 'price on your head.' This sets the stage for a narrative of retribution, where the oppressed are determined to take back what is rightfully theirs, even if it means resorting to violence. The repeated phrase 'we want our pound of flesh' underscores the desire for justice and revenge, a biblical reference to the Merchant of Venice, where a pound of flesh symbolizes a debt that must be paid.

Throughout the song, there is a clear condemnation of the wealthy and powerful, referred to as 'fascists' and 'pigs.' The lyrics criticize the way these individuals 'sit back as we collapse,' profiting from the suffering of others. The imagery of being 'hung from hooks and barely breathing' further emphasizes the dehumanization and exploitation faced by the oppressed. The song's climax, with lines like 'cut you up, cut you up, cut you down at your knees,' is a call to action, urging the oppressed to rise up and dismantle the systems of power that have kept them down.

'One mutilation under God' and 'God in the cross, devil in the nails' are particularly striking lines that juxtapose religious imagery with the brutality of the oppressors, suggesting a betrayal of moral and ethical values. The rhetorical question 'Whatcha gonna buy with all your money in hell?' serves as a stark reminder that material wealth is ultimately meaningless in the face of moral corruption and eternal damnation. The song ends on a note of defiance, with the oppressed vowing to 'break down the wall again,' symbolizing their relentless fight for justice and equality.