The Headless Children
W.A.S.P. · Double Live Assassins [1998]
God of creation are we blind?
Cause some here are slaves that worship guns that spit thunder
The children that you've made have lost their minds
This monster that we call the earth is bleeding
Cause the children have been left alone too long
This thing that we've made is fat and feeds on the hate
Of the millions that it's taught to sing the song
The Headless Children
The screams that fill the night, fill the night, fill the night, fill the night
The Headless Children
The madness steals the light, steals the light, steals the light, steals the light
Timebombs in the hands of all the wicked war babies
Light the fuse of temptation and we all burn
Four horsemen sit high up in the saddle
And waiting and ride the bloody trail of no return
Sleeping in the arms of a nightmare
And wake to find we've been away too long
This frankenstein of flesh stitched together back from death
And preying on the souls of everyone
The Headless Children
The screams that fill the night, fill the night, fill the night, fill the night
The Headless Children
The madness steals the light, steals the light, steals the light, steals the light
The Headless Children
Released on W.A.S.P.'s 1998 live album Double Live Assassins, "The Headless Children" stands as a potent example of the band's signature blend of heavy metal and theatrical horror themes. The track channels the group's signature aggression, utilizing distorted guitars and a driving rhythm to evoke a sense of dread and chaos. As part of the band's broader discography, the song reflects the era's metal scene where live recordings often captured the raw energy of their theatrical performances. The title and subject matter align with the band's fascination with dark folklore and visceral imagery, cementing the track's place in their catalog of intense, narrative-driven metal. It remains a defining piece of W.A.S.P.'s live output, showcasing their ability to merge musical power with a haunting, cinematic atmosphere.