The Crucified - Hellcorn Lyrics
Lyrics
Full of hype, the children of corn,
Inverted crosses hanging from your ears,
You run at the mouth and ruin our shows,
You sing about death to hide your fears.
Hellcorn - Satan's all you sing about,
Hellcorn - hide your fears,
Hellcorn - you serve a lesser being,
Hellcorn - it doesn't make the truth disappear,
Hellcorn - Satan's all you sing about,
Hellcorn - hide your fears,
Hellcorn - you serve a lesser being,
Hellcorn - it doesn't make the truth disappear.
On an on, your wore the gimmick out,
You limit yourselves, and make us sick,
Ignoring the needs of souls in search of peace,
Babble on about a horror flick.
Hellcorn - Satan's all you sing about,
Hellcorn - hide your fears,
Hellcorn - you serve a lesser being,
Hellcorn - it doesn't make the truth disappear,
Hellcorn - Satan's all you sing about,
Hellcorn - hide your fears,
Hellcorn - you serve a lesser being,
Hellcorn - it doesn't make the truth disappear.
Why must you ruin our shows?
Speaking bold the blasphemies,
Why don't you shut your mouth?
You profit from deceit,
Why must you ruin our shows?
Speaking bold the blasphemies,
Why don't you shut your mouth?
You profit from deceit.
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Hellcorn
Meaning & Inspiration
Released on March 13, 1992, as part of their self-titled album, "The Crucified," the song "Hellcorn" stands as a raw, unflinching declaration from a band deeply committed to authentic faith. At its core, this powerful track is a blistering critique aimed at those who, perhaps even within or on the fringes of Christian counter-culture, embrace superficial darkness and misdirected spiritual energy. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of individuals "full of hype," sporting "inverted crosses," and "singing about death to hide your fears." This isn't just about fashion; it's a profound spiritual lament over those who mimic the world's darkness, potentially drawn by a desire for edge or belonging, but ultimately missing the profound truth and peace found in Christ. The band challenges the very integrity of their message, accusing them of "serving a lesser being" and promoting "blasphemies" that ultimately "don't make the truth disappear." It’s a bold call to discernment, urging listeners to look beyond the surface and recognize the spiritual emptiness of such displays.
The meaning behind "Hellcorn" resonates deeply with scriptural warnings against spiritual dilution and false teachings. When the lyrics speak of individuals who "run at the mouth and ruin our shows" and "sing about death to hide your fears," it echoes the admonition found in Matthew 7:15, where Jesus warns to "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves." The "inverted crosses" and singing about "Satan's all you sing about" are direct indicators of a focus far removed from glorifying God, aligning with passages like 2 Corinthians 11:14, which reminds us that "even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light." The song’s insistence that such practices "don't make the truth disappear" is a powerful affirmation of God’s immutable nature and His Word, mirroring Psalm 119:89: "Forever, O Lord, your word is firmly fixed in the heavens." No amount of worldly distraction or spiritual deception can diminish the unwavering reality of God’s truth.
The band’s frustration is palpable as they declare, "On and on, you wore the gimmick out, You limit yourselves, and make us sick." This isn't merely a dismissal of a trend; it's a passionate plea against spiritual stagnation and hypocrisy. The "gimmick" signifies an outward show devoid of inward transformation, a theme Scripture addresses in passages like 2 Timothy 3:5, describing those who have "the appearance of godliness, but deny its power." The most poignant criticism lies in the neglect of purpose: "Ignoring the needs of souls in search of peace, Babble on about a horror flick." This highlights a tragic misalignment of priorities, where genuine spiritual hunger is overlooked in favor of trivialities. Christ Himself expressed profound compassion for the lost, seeing them as "harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd" (Matthew 9:36). The band implores a return to the core mission, to be ministers of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18-20), rather than purveyors of empty spectacle.
Ultimately, "Hellcorn" culminates in a confrontational, yet deeply spiritual, challenge: "Why must you ruin our shows? Speaking bold the blasphemies... You profit from deceit." This isn't just about disrupted concerts; it’s about the defiling of sacred space and purpose. The accusation of profiting from deceit speaks to a commercialization or exploitation of spiritual themes without genuine conviction, echoing 2 Peter 2:3, which warns of those who "in their greed will exploit you with false words." The Crucified, through "Hellcorn," courageously calls out spiritual compromise and encourages those within Christian circles to stand firm in their convictions, rejecting superficiality and embracing the liberating power of God's unchanging truth. It's an inspiring reminder that true faith demands authenticity, an unwavering commitment to Christ, and a compassionate heart for a world desperately in search of true peace and salvation.