cast off the reckoning, it's come, it's come
seeds of malevolence, full grown, made one
all the decadence, wealth and machinery
won't stop the reckoning, blood is our energy

when the lights go black
there's no turning back

the stage is set
your last regret
is thrown upon that pyre
to embrace the fire

cast off the reckoning, it's come, it's come
plead for forgiveness, here you will find none
all the arrogance, hubris, and vanity
won't stop the reckoning, blood is our legacy

when the lights decay
the veil is stripped away

the answer's clear
you taste the fear
your violent heart's desire
will burn on the pyre

let the candle be your guide
to light your way to bed
rest your weary eyes tonight
the chopper's coming for your head