IOU
IOU

Five Finger Death Punch - IOU Lyrics

Delving into the depths of existential dread and inner turmoil, this powerful composition explores themes of self-identity, rebellion, and vengeance. The lyrics portray the protagonist caught in a state of sleepless anxiety, seemingly trapped between two… Read more

May 13, 2022
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IOU Lyrics

I wish someone would wake me
'Cause I can't sleep at all
Stuck in purgatory
Waiting for the fall
Auditioned all the endings
I find it hard to tell
Is it better to serve in heaven
Or better to reign in hell?

Say my name
And watch the fire grow
Curse my name
A demon gets its horns
See my face
The one behind my eyes
I'm a son of a bitch
I'm as bad as it gets
And I'll be that 'til I die

I wish someone would wake me
'Cause I can't sleep at all
Stuck in purgatory
Waiting for the fall
Auditioned all the endings
I find it hard to tell
Is it better to serve in heaven
Or better to reign in hell?

You've never known pain before
Cain before
But I'm gonna show you
You've never been drained before
Shamed before
But I'd love to share
You've never known insane before
Deranged before
I'm here to show you
I owe you nothing

Feel my pain (pain)
I bet you can't relate
Know my rage (rage)
The one you instigate
Hate this place (place)
The one in which you hide
The devil I know or the devil I don't
I just can't pick a side

I wish someone would wake me
'Cause I can't sleep at all
Stuck in purgatory

Waiting for the fall
Auditioned all the endings
I find it hard to tell
Is it better to serve in heaven
Or better to reign in hell?

You've never known pain before
Cain before
But I'm gonna show you
You've never been drained before
Shamed before
But I'd love to share
You've never known insane before
Deranged before
I'm here to show you
I owe you nothing

I wish someone would wake me
Wake me up, wake me up, up
I wish someone would wake me
Wake me up, wake me up, up
I wish someone would wake me
Wake me up, wake me up, up
I wish someone would wake me
Wake me up, wake me up, up

You've never known pain before
Cain before
But I'm gonna show you
You've never been drained before
Shamed before
But I'd love to share
You've never known insane before
Deranged before
I'm here to show you
I owe you absolutely nothing
I owe you nothing

Writer(s): Ivan Greening, Kevin Gregory Churko, Zoltan Bathory
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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What is the Meaning of IOU?

Delving into the depths of existential dread and inner turmoil, this powerful composition explores themes of self-identity, rebellion, and vengeance. The lyrics portray the protagonist caught in a state of sleepless anxiety, seemingly trapped between two equally distressing realities - servitude in paradise or dominance in damnation. This dichotomy reflects an internal struggle with moral choices and personal demons. The repeated phrase "I owe you nothing" signifies a defiance against societal expectations and norms, asserting the protagonist's autonomy despite their chaotic circumstances. Furthermore, the song uses biblical allusions like 'Cain' to underscore themes of guilt, sin and retribution. Ultimately, this piece serves as a raw narrative of confronting one's darkest facets while wrestling with feelings of anger and resentment.

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