Bastard Angel

Spiritual Front's 'Bastard Angel' is a raw and provocative exploration of identity, societal expectations, and rebellion. The song's lyrics are laden with imagery that challenges conventional norms and critiques the pressures of conforming to middle-class values. The opening lines set the tone by mocking the superficiality of societal symbols, such as waving a flag and maintaining a 'navigated tone.' This suggests a disdain for the performative aspects of identity that society often imposes on individuals.

The song delves deeper into the struggle for personal identity, particularly in the context of sexuality and societal roles. The lines 'You try to make me feel / Guilty for never never having had an identity / A defined and conformed middle class sexuality' highlight the pressure to conform to a specific sexual identity that aligns with societal expectations. The rejection of 'uniforms' and 'ideals' as 'shit' further emphasizes the artist's disdain for societal constructs that limit personal freedom and expression.

The imagery of a 'bastard angel' serves as a powerful metaphor for a force that liberates the individual from these societal chains. This angel, described as a 'precise sniper' and a healer of wounds, symbolizes a rebellious spirit that defies conventional norms and seeks to break free from the constraints imposed by society and religion. The song's closing lines, which speak of love's inability to give life to children or jobs, underscore a sense of disillusionment with traditional values and a yearning for a more authentic existence. The mention of 'dissidents, passionate lovers, and combed proud soldiers' suggests a solidarity among those who resist conformity and embrace their true selves.