Yanren Kikon
Nagaland is a place enormously influenced by western music: pop, rock, metal, jazz, blues, gospel, you name it. We have an entire generation that has created a full-orbed false religion around music, complete with rock star idols, and “holy pilgrimages” to travel the globe to attend concerts. But, as we mindlessly absorb the lyrics, are we even aware of what they are promoting? Do we hear the message? Are we aware of how much it has influenced the youth? Are we thoughtlessly listening to these lyrics and imitating the lifestyles of the artists? Music has the ability to move people deeply; the emotional impact of the rhythms and melodies allows people to swallow a demonic, deceptive and harmful worldview.
The origins of rock and roll are rooted in tribal ritual worship music of Africa. Classic rock had its birthplace in a land notorious for animism, superstition, barbarism, cannibalism, and voodoo. Among the African slaves who were brought into the New World, the old ritual tribal music changed into more acceptable forms like church music and the blues since worshiping pagan gods was ruled illicit by the whites. This new blend of music slowly evolved into rock and roll as it was altered by the influence of voodoo ceremonial music and popular white music.
According to the book The Emerging Generation, the average teenager consumes 6 hours a day of rock music. It is their constant companion. It is their teacher, preacher, and guiding light. Music has the potential to dictate every detail of life—what you wear, what you think, how you behave. I want to take you on a journey of to help you decipher and understand the influence of music on today’s religious community.
John Todd (former Illuminati, Counsel of 13), “You can’t cast a spell on a Christian, but you can get a Christian to cast a spell on themselves if you give the permission for the spell to work. Being a Christian will block it. Rock music is not just the song; it is supernatural music that witches carefully design by their spirit guide in the form of a spell.”
Homosexual rock star, David Bowie in Rolling Stone magazine, stunned the music world when he stated "Rock has always been the devil’s music. I believe rock and roll is dangerous . . . I feel we're only heralding something even darker than ourselves." (Rolling Stone, February 12, 1976). Bob Dylan was interviewed in 2004, and is quoted as saying, “I made a bargain with the devil a long time ago and am holding up my end. I made the bargain with the chief commander of this earth and the world we cannot see.”
Marilyn Manson, an ordained "reverend" in the Church of Satan, mutilates himself onstage, rips up the Bible, and spews blasphemies against the Lord Jesus Christ. Promotional t-shirts declare, "Kill Your Parents" and "Worship Satan.” Manson claims his album Antichrist Superstar came via supernatural-inspiration. “I don’t know if anyone has really understood what we are trying to do. This isn’t just about shock value . . . that’s just there to lure the people in. Once we’ve got them we can give them our message.”
In the song "The Conjuring" by Megadeth, the real mission of rock is clearly heard: "I am the devil’s advocate, a salesman, if you will. Come join me in my infernal depths, I've got your soul!" The lead vocalist, Dave Mustaine, has since become a born-again Christian. After his conversion, he penned a song “We the People” speaks about the new world order. It is deeply influenced by Scriptural prophecy of the end-times.
One of the most popular groups in rock history is Slayer. Slayer refers to themselves as "Warriors from the gates of hell. In lord Satan we trust.” Their song, "Hell Awaits,” says: “Jesus knows your soul cannot be saved, crucify the so-called Lord. He soon shall fall to me, Your souls are damned, Your God has fallen to slave for me eternally. Hell awaits."
The song "Sympathy for the Devil" by Rolling Stones is the official anthem for the Church of Satan. In it, Lucifer speaks in the first person and asks sympathy for all who meet him. Lead singer Mick Jagger claims that Anton Lavey—founder of the Church of Satan and author of the Satanic Bible—inspired their music. The album entitled, "Their Satanic Majesties Request” leaves no doubt to their allegiance.
At the 1992 MTV Awards, the group Red Hot Chili Peppers, upon receiving their award and giving thanks, said: "First of all, we want to thank Satan . . ."
One of the top songs of the 70's was "Hotel California" by the Eagles. Most people have no idea the song refers to the Church of Satan, which happens to be located in a converted hotel on California street! On the inside of the album cover, looking down on the festivities, is Anton Lavey. A line from the song Hotel California “please bring me my wine, he said we haven’t had that spirit here since 1969”. Most people think that “spirit” refers to the wine. The actual meaning is the spirit of God and 1969 is the year when the Church of Satan was founded by Anton Lavey.
I would encourage you to do some research on the secret society group Illuminati. We are generally unaware of their pervasive symbolism (e.g. the visible on the American dollar, the pyramid with a single eye inside, and various hand signals and images). The group is too complex to explain properly here, but you could describe Illuminati as the monarch, the king, the pinnacle of all demonic groups and societies. It is a serious, well-connected, authoritative organization, dripping with evil.
In the music video “Bad Romance” by Lady Gaga we can see a lot of Free Masonry and Illuminati symbols. Her act is calculated; it’s part of a bigger system. People who are unaware think it’s fashionable, but we must be more discerning. Arguably, Lady Gaga is a devil in human form. She incorporates deep symbolism that refers to the Illuminati and mind control; her lyrics are esoteric and even spiritual, yet she makes song like “Just Dance” which is about being totally numb. She is a creative and gifted song writer. But at the end of the day, her persona is a Fame Monster, doing anything and everything required to be an international superstar.
The music industry is a powerful medium for good, but also for extensive evil. The most popular artists of the West and beyond are using it to spread their message of clever deception and camouflage. Negative music has a very strong, very definite psychological effect on people. Music deeply shapes our beliefs, our thoughts, and ultimately our actions. Why do you love the music you love? Don’t buy the popular lyrics just because they’re popular. Ask questions, be smart, do your research, don’t allow your mind to be saturated by evil. Remember that Lucifer was the chief musician in heaven before he fell.
My message is be careful, don’t let music control your life.
