Lyrics of
War Pigs

War Pigs by Black Sabbath was created against the backdrop of the Vietnam War and acts as a fierce critique of war and those who propagate it, primarily politicians and military leaders. Originally titled Walpurgis - representing witches sabbath - the song theme shifted due to concerns over how its original focus on witchcraft might be misinterpreted. The lyrics depict the horrors of war and its impact on humanity, portraying politicians and lead ... ers as war pigs who profit from the conflict while ordinary people suffer. See more [+]

Generals gathered in their masses, Just like witches at black masses
Evil minds that plot destruction, Sorcerer of death's construction
In the fields the bodies burning, As the war machine keeps turning
Death and hatred to mankind, Poisoning their brainwashed minds
Oh lord yeah!
Politicians hide themselves away, they only started the war
Why should they go out to fight?
They leave that role to the poor, yeah!
Time will tell on their power minds, making war just for fun
Treating people just like pawns in chess,
Wait 'till their judgement day comes, yeah
Now in darkness world stops turning, ashes where the bodies burning
No more War Pigs have the power, hand of God has struck the hour
Day of judgement, God is calling, on their knees the war pigs crawling
Begging mercies for their sins, Satan, laughing, spreads his wings
Oh lord yeah!