Spade
Marilyn Manson · The Golden Age Of Grotesque
Now my sweet knife rusts tomorrow
On my confession that is waiting to be heard
Run your empty rain down on me
Whisper your deathbeats so softly
Bend your knees, the altar of my ego
You drained my heart, and made a spade
There's still traces of me in your veins
You drained my heart, and made a spade
There's still traces of me in your veins
All my lilies' mouths are open
Like they're begging for dope
And hoping
Their bitter petal chant
"we can kick, you won't be back"
I'm a diamond that is tired
Of all all the faces I've acquired
We must secure the shadow
Ere the substance fades
You drained my heart
And made a spade
But there's still traces of me
In your veins
You drained my heart
And made a spade
But there's still traces of me
In your veins
And we said 'til we die
And we said 'til we die
Spade - Marilyn Manson
Released on The Golden Age Of Grotesque, 'Spade' stands as a defining track in Marilyn Manson's evolution from industrial shock rock to a more melodic, alternative metal sound. The song features a haunting, repetitive guitar riff that drives a brooding atmosphere, characteristic of the album's darker, more introspective tone compared to his earlier work. It showcases the band's ability to blend aggressive distortion with melancholic vocals, creating a sonic landscape that resonates with fans of the genre's heavier side. As a staple of the discography, the recording exemplifies the era's shift toward a polished yet raw aesthetic, cementing the song's place in the catalog of influential industrial and alternative metal tracks.