Barrel Of a Gun

“Barrel Of a Gun” by Six Guns is a gritty and intense exploration of survival, morality, and vengeance in a lawless world. The song's protagonist is a hardened gunslinger, haunted by the lives he has taken and the demons he battles, both literal and metaphorical. The opening lines reveal a man who has lost count of his kills, suggesting a life steeped in violence and conflict. His plea for redemption and rapture indicates a desire for salvation, yet he acknowledges that it remains out of reach. This internal struggle between seeking forgiveness and accepting damnation is a central theme of the song.

The chorus, with its vivid imagery of the “barrel of a gun” and the harsh realities of the “wild wild west,” underscores the brutal environment in which the protagonist operates. The line “bullets ain't fun” is a stark reminder of the lethal consequences of this lifestyle. The gunslinger’s resolve to take his enemies “straight down to hell” with him highlights his acceptance of his fate and his determination to exact vengeance on those who cross him. This relentless pursuit of justice, or perhaps revenge, is a driving force in the narrative.

The song also touches on themes of destiny and divine will. The protagonist reflects on being placed on this “ball of mud” by God, equipped with a body, soul, and blood, suggesting a sense of purpose or inevitability in his violent path. The imagery of his “cold cock loaded” seal and the heat of his bullet further emphasizes the lethal precision and readiness with which he confronts his adversaries. The final lines, urging his enemies to “run for the hills” before he hunts them down, encapsulate the relentless and unforgiving nature of his existence. “Barrel Of a Gun” paints a vivid picture of a man caught in a cycle of violence, grappling with his own morality and the harsh realities of the world around him.