The Prophets of Loss
The Prophets of Loss

Cattle Decapitation - The Prophets of Loss Lyrics

Aug 7, 2015
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The Prophets of Loss Lyrics

Infancy Sheds the warning
An evolution of ignoring the imminent
Undetermined future of wrongdoing
Our fruits withering, their luster lost to the aether

Surround us with your ignorance
Smother us in environmental dissonance
Take what's yours and leave the rest to rot
Be the bastard decency forgot
Never think
Never look back

No immediate gain nothing to lose, no one to blame
Seven billion other idiots thinking the same
Exponential is the loss, the future's not a game
The prophecy was true and every threat has been retained

O, the prophets speak of calamity through their corpses
Predetermining the fates of future generations
Heed their warnings now, all humans bear the cost
The clergy of doom, the prophets of loss

Ave Delphinus
Selachimorpha
Dinoflagellata
Chelinoidea
Cetacea

Certain doom - assured destruction of finite ecosystems

You may not know it now, but your children are fucked
And their children's futures are ruined
They'll take part in the ultimate do in of earth, resources, the grand undoing

Sustainability unobtainable

Heed this warning now, as you carry the cross
From the clergy of doom, the prophets of loss

We fucking die tonight and that's perfectly alright with me

Writer(s): JOSH ELMORE, DEREK PAUL ENGEMANN, DAVID MCGRAW, TRAVIS RYAN
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the lyrics for 'The Prophets of Loss'?

    The lyrics for 'The Prophets of Loss' were written by Josh Elmore, Derek Paul Engemann, David McGraw, and Travis Ryan.

  2. Which album features the song 'The Prophets of Loss'?

    'The Prophets of Loss' is featured on Cattle Decapitation's sixth studio album, The Anthropocene Extinction, released on August 7, 2015.

  3. What themes are explored in 'The Prophets of Loss'?

    'The Prophets of Loss' explores themes related to environmental destruction, human ignorance towards ecological damage, and the dire consequences for future generations. It reflects on the unsustainable practices leading to the degradation of finite ecosystems.

  4. How was the album The Anthropocene Extinction received by critics?

    The Anthropocene Extinction received widespread acclaim from music critics. On Metacritic, it has a score of 86/100 based on four reviews. Critics praised Travis Ryan's vocal performance and the band's attention to detail in songwriting.

  5. What is significant about Cattle Decapitation's stance on vegetarianism or veganism?

    Cattle Decapitation members Travis Ryan and Josh Elmore identify as vegetarians but not strict vegans due to practical challenges while touring. They emphasize living with compassion for others, the environment, and animals despite these challenges.

  6. What impact does Cattle Decapitation aim to have through their music?

    Cattle Decapitation aims to raise awareness about animal rights, environmental abuse, and human misanthropy through their music. Their songs often depict humans in situations similar to those faced by animals subjected to testing and slaughter.

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