I Am War
Megadeth
2026
Duration: 3:47
Track number: 9
Times played live: 0
Writers
Lyrics by: Dave Mustaine
Music by: Dave Mustaine, Teemu Mäntysaari, James LoMenzo
Theme
A personification of conflict inspired by the philosophy of Sun Tzu's 'The Art of War'. The track delves into the psychology of the aggressor, emphasizing that true victory comes from understanding and exploiting the enemy's fears. It frames war not just as physical violence, but as a cold, calculating force of nature that thrives on the weaknesses and sorrows of humanity.
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
I know me
I know myself
I do not fear
Countless battles ahead
I will win
Then I go to war
Swifter than the wind
And attack like fire
[Chorus]
I am war
I am hurt and pain
I am misery
I am loss and sorrow
I am war
[Verse 2]
To know you
I become you
Knowing every fear
Of each of my enemies
You go to war
Then seek to win
Appearing strong
When clearly you are weak
[Chorus]
I am war
I am hurt and pain
I am misery
I am loss and sorrow
I am war
[Guitar Solo]
[Chorus]
I am war
I am hurt and pain
I am misery
I am loss and sorrow
I am war
I am hurt and pain
I am misery
I am loss and sorrow
I am war
[Outro]
I am war
I am war
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