The song 'The Scorpion' by Megadeth narrates the story of an unscrupulous, self-centered character. It describes how this individual manipulates and deceives others, taking advantage of their vulnerability and trust. The character is presented as cunning and ruthless, revealing a lack of empathy and a willingness to betray those around them. Throughout the lyrics, the dark and destructive nature of this being is emphasized, comparing them to a scorpion, a symbol of betrayal and venom. Through impactful metaphors, the song explores deep themes such as loneliness, madness, and the fall of man. In summary, 'The Scorpion' is an intense narrative that reflects the darkness of human nature and people's capacity to inflict harm without remorse.
Lyrics
My life is everything
That feeds my thirst that causes sin
My wants are all I care
No shame and guilt, there's nothing there
Look deep into my face
I sell deceit without a trace
Fear not what I can do
Unless you want it done to you, oh oh!
As I climb onto your back, I will promise not to sting
I will tell you what you want to hear, and not mean anything
Then I treat you like a dog as I shoot my venom in
You pretend you didn't know that I am a **scorpion**, oh
My self I'm centered in
There's nothing else, there's never been
And I dream, to be left alone
With the sadness, the madness of my own
Look deep into my soul
It's black as coal like a bullet hole
Fear not, get off your knees
There's no defense, you'll do what I please, oh-oh!
As I climb onto your back, I will promise not to sting
I will tell you what you want to hear, and not mean anything
Then I treat you like a dog as I shoot my venom in
You pretend you didn't know that I am a **scorpion**, oh
As I climb onto your back, I promise not to sting
I tell you what you want to hear, and not mean anything
I will treat you like a dog as I shoot my venom in
'Cause you knew all along I am a **scorpion**, ya!
My lies, to reach the shore
I aggrandize and nothing more
My hopes, to steal away
All that you love, I'll soon betray
Look deep into my past
The pain I deal is unsurpassed
I'm not a lowly **scorpion**
I'm so much worse; I'm the **fall of man**
