Blessed In Contempt
Testament · Practice What You Preach [1989]
That it will come back to me the day my father dies
His burning eyes would stare at you
I was born a masochise
I cried out in pain, as he clenches up his fist
Slowly as the years go by, the darkness builds inside
Trying to find a passage out, before I lose my mind
Ingestuous temptation but what is wrong or right
Why must I fall victim of hereditary spite
Soon! we will arise, forming despise
Conceptual intent
Blessed in contempt!
Thoughts have now come back to me
It's time to perpetrate
Take me to my sanity, before it gets too late
Hear me as I call to you, right here down below
Resurrect my will to live, come before i... go!
Soon! we will arise, forming despise
Conceptual intent
Blessed in contempt!
About Blessed In Contempt
"Blessed In Contempt" stands as a defining track from Testament's 1989 debut album, *Practice What You Preach*, marking the band's transition from thrash metal to a heavier, more polished hard rock sound. Released during a pivotal era for the group, the song showcases the signature blend of aggressive riffs and melodic vocals that would characterize their discography for decades. As one of the band's most recognizable early works, it helped establish their reputation in the metal scene and remains a staple of their live performances. The recording reflects the raw energy and technical proficiency that made Testament a cornerstone of the 1990s heavy metal landscape, influencing countless subsequent acts in the genre. Its enduring popularity underscores its role as a foundational piece in the band's catalog, capturing the spirit of their formative years.