Hungry Are The Damned

Repugnant's 'Hungry Are The Damned' delves into the macabre and sinister world of the undead, particularly focusing on the figure of Nosferatu, a classic representation of the vampire. The song opens with a renunciation of the 'god of the light,' symbolizing a departure from conventional morality and an embrace of eternal darkness. This sets the stage for a narrative driven by bloodlust and a relentless hunger that defines the damned. The imagery of drinking blood and serving an infernal majesty underscores a transformation into a creature of the night, bound by dark, supernatural forces.

The recurring theme of excelling 'after midnight' and being 'poisoned by the lye of hell' suggests a rebirth into a nocturnal predator, thriving in the shadows and driven by perverted lust. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a world overrun by these beastly entities, where the damned are in command, spreading terror and chaos. The mention of Nosferatu inside both the narrator and the listener blurs the line between the monster and the human, hinting at an inherent darkness within us all. This duality is a powerful metaphor for the hidden, primal instincts that can surface under certain conditions.

The song's climax describes a ghastly funeral procession, symbolizing the widespread impact of this dark transformation. The reference to a global recession being exceeded by this ghastly event suggests a world in turmoil, where the supernatural has taken precedence over human concerns. The final lines reiterate the insatiable hunger of the damned, a never-ending cycle of death and rebirth in morbidity. Repugnant's aggressive musical style, characterized by fast tempos and brutal riffs, complements the dark themes of the lyrics, creating an immersive experience that captures the essence of horror and the supernatural.