Дьявол

The lyrics of Sierpien's song "Дьявол" convey a sense of impending doom and chaos in the world. The opening line, "Дьявол точно среди нас" (The devil is definitely among us), sets the tone for the rest of the song. The next line mentions the ongoing conflict in Donbass, Ukraine, which is described as "полыхающий" (flaming), suggesting the intensity of the violence and destruction. The third line refers to the Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17, which was shot down over Ukraine in 2014, possibly by Russian-backed separatists. The words "черти кем" (by the devils, by someone) suggest that the culprits are not known or are hiding their identity.

The following lines mention the Ebola outbreak, which had a significant impact on West Africa in 2014-2016, and the wars in Palestine and Iraq. The lyrics create a sense of the spreading and intertwining of various crises around the globe, as if the devil is orchestrating them. The last two lines of the first verse mention Moscow and Kiev, two cities that have been at the center of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, and are portrayed as engulfed in darkness.

The chorus of the song is a powerful invocation of despair and condemnation, "Я Проклинаю всех - и вас и нас" (I curse everyone - you and me), followed by the repeated line, "Взгляни на этот мир в последний раз" (Look at this world for the last time). The lyrics suggest that the world is on the brink of destruction, and the devil is the main culprit, actively or symbolically.

Some interesting facts about the song "Дьявол" are:

- Sierpien is a Russian punk-rock band known for their critical lyrics and provocative performances. The name Sierpien means August in Polish and refers to the month of the Warsaw Uprising in 1944.
- The song "Дьявол" was released in 2015 as a single and later included in the album "Шрапнель" (Shrapnel).
- The music video for the song features images of war and violence, interspersed with the band's performance, and has been viewed over 3 million times on YouTube.
- Some of the lyrics of "Дьявол" are inspired by or reference other songs, such as the line "В даль несет дорога перемен" (The road of change leads into the distance), which echoes Bob Dylan's "The Times They Are a-Changin'".
- The song has been interpreted in different ways by different listeners, some seeing it as a call for resistance against the devil's influence, and others as a lament for the state of the world.
- Sierpien has faced censorship and persecution in Russia for their outspoken activism and criticism of the government. The band members have been arrested and detained several times.
- The band members of Sierpien are known for their distinctive punk rock style, which includes leather jackets, studded belts, and mohawk hairstyles.
- Some of the other songs on the album "Шрапнель" deal with themes of war, social injustice, and personal struggle, such as "Народная смута" (People's turmoil) and "Ты хочешь легенду, а я хочу правду" (You want a legend, but I want the truth).
- Sierpien has cited influences from other punk rock and alternative bands, such as The Clash, Sex Pistols, and Nirvana.
- The chord progression and structure of "Дьявол" follow a typical pattern of punk rock songs, with power chords and fast-paced rhythm. The song is in the key of G, and uses the I-V-vi-IV chord progression for the verses and chorus. The exact chords are G, D, Em, and C, played with distortion and energy.