Under the Gods

The song 'Under the Gods' by No Remorse is a stark and disturbing portrayal of racial hatred and violence. The lyrics are unapologetically aggressive, promoting white supremacy and neo-Nazi ideologies. The song opens with a reference to skinheads, a subculture often associated with far-right extremism, and immediately sets a tone of conflict and aggression. The mention of 'defend us from blacks with baseball bats' and 'racism back in rule' underscores a desire to return to a time of overt racial segregation and violence.

The chorus, 'Under the Gods, Under the Gods, One step over the red line,' suggests a crossing of moral and societal boundaries, indicating that the actions described are extreme and irreversible. The lyrics continue to depict a scenario where white youth are rallying under Nazi symbols, preparing for a racial war. The imagery of a swastika over the door is a chilling reminder of the historical atrocities committed under that symbol, and its use here is meant to provoke fear and assert dominance.

The song also criticizes the government, claiming it is powerless to stop the rise of white power. The depiction of 'White Power skins in steel-capped boots' and a 'skinhead trail of destruction' paints a picture of organized and violent extremism. The lyrics further dehumanize immigrants and political opponents, portraying them as targets for annihilation. The final verses escalate the rhetoric to a call for armed conflict, with the stark choice of 'your choice if you live or die,' emphasizing a brutal, zero-sum view of racial relations. This song is a disturbing reflection of the darkest aspects of human nature and serves as a reminder of the destructive power of hate-fueled ideologies.