"War Dreams of Itself" is a new English song by The Smashing Pumpkins, published on their YouTube channel, The Smashing Pumpkins. Written and produced by Billy Corgan, this track is part of the album Aghori Mhori Mei, released on August… Read More
War Dreams of Itself Lyrics
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Oh, Babylon, Babylon!
Spill the secrets
And then you'll tell me
When this is over
Overdone and over-out
Folded papers
Those saints at labor love but fall
In Babylon
Babylon bombs
There's thrush in the flue
Come here mighty Orcus
And swing that cue
Yeah
A 21st-century schism
On a 21st-century loom of red, white and blue
Heavens to Betsy
There is a place for a street named "Disgrace"
Six-six-cicada
Six-six-cicada
House on a hill for a street named "Disgrace"
I'm awakened
I'm awakened
I'm awake
Yes, I'm no fake
In a Babylon, Babylon groove, boy
There's thrush in the flue
Come here mighty Orcus
And swing 'round that cue
Yeah
There's thrush in the flue
Come here mighty Orcus
Sing 21st-century gloom
Oh, Babylon, Babylon!
(They fear) I'm awakened
(They fear) I'm awakened
This world may be over
But when I'm with you
There's no place to hide
Yes, I'm no fake
In a Babylon. Babylon groove, boy
There's thrush in the flue
Come here mighty Orcus
And swing that cue
Yeah
There's thrush in the flue
Come here mighty Orcus
Sing a 21st century
Heavens to Betsy
There is a place for a street named "Disgrace"
Six-six-cicada
Six-six-cicada
House on a hill for a street named "Disgrace"
This section introduces the motif of "Babylon," evoking a sense of historical and cultural collapse. The repeated call to "spill the secrets" and the mention of "saints at labor" reflect a disillusioned view of the world, where sacred ideals are tainted by failure.
The chorus reinforces the theme of awakening and authenticity amid a chaotic world. The reference to "thrush in the flue" and "mighty Orcus" adds to the surreal, almost mythological quality of the song, blending modern and ancient elements to critique contemporary issues.
This section contrasts a specific place, "Disgrace," with the broader theme of societal failure. The mention of "Six-six-cicada" and the "house on a hill" symbolizes both the noise and isolation of the current era, suggesting a sense of inevitable decay and downfall.
The song's central theme of a world in decline, but with a personal twist. The sense of hope or refuge found in companionship amidst this chaos highlights a personal connection as a source of solace and stability despite the broader societal issues.
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"War Dreams of Itself" is a new English song by The Smashing Pumpkins, published on their YouTube channel, The Smashing Pumpkins. Written and produced by Billy Corgan, this track is part of the album Aghori Mhori Mei, released on August 1, 2024.
The song presents a rich tapestry of symbolic imagery and contemporary reflections. The lyrics convey a sense of disillusionment and turmoil, illustrated by the recurrent motif of "Babylon," which symbolizes both ancient and modern chaos. Corgan's use of phrases like "21st-century schism" and "thrush in the flue" suggests a critique of current societal and political climates, merging historical and modern discontent. The song's recurring theme of awakening and the juxtaposition of ancient deities with modern settings emphasize a struggle against perceived societal decay and personal realization.
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