Satanized (Ghost)

The song “Satanized” depicts a struggle with inner corruption and demonic possession, framed through religious and satanic imagery, reflecting a battle between devotion and surrender to dark urges.

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The lyrics describe a protagonist tormented by a “demonic possession” (line 2) that corrupts their soul, framing their suffering in religious terms (“Blasphemy, heresy,” line 9).

The repeated refrain “I’m Satanized” (chorus) suggests a surrender to or acknowledgment of satanic influence, contrasting with their earlier devotion (“life of devotion,” line 17).

The Latin interlude—quoting 1 Corinthians 6:19 about the body being a temple of the Holy Spirit—heightens the tension between faith and corruption.

Phrases like “the monster that is eating me” (line 10) and “deadly affliction” (line 25) reinforce the idea of an internal, consuming evil.

Ghost’s theatrical satanic aesthetic aligns with this theme, using religious symbolism to explore moral and spiritual conflict.

The song’s tone suggests irreversible damnation (“I’m no longer sure,” line 27), emphasizing the futility of resisting temptation.