The song "Seven Enemies" by Hatebreed expresses feelings of anger, frustration, and the desire for justice. It talks about the constant struggle of dealing with negative people and their actions, and the internal battle to control one's own rage. The lyrics suggest that the narrator is surrounded by individuals who constantly complain, criticize, and bring negativity into their lives. These people are described as "enemies" who give birth to endless complaints and tears. The narrator is overwhelmed by the constant negativity and feels the rage building up inside them every day. The song also touches upon the theme of feeling misunderstood and unheard. The narrator mentions swallowing bitter pills and hearing vicious words spoken by these negative individuals. Their thoughts descend into darkness, and their heart begs them to put an end to it all. The chorus expresses the narrator's frustration and the wish for these negative people to try and see the world through their eyes. They long for these individuals to think of someone other than themselves and realize the pain and hardships they go through. Despite the intense anger and desire for vengeance, the narrator pleads to God for guidance and to not act upon these feelings. They ask for forgiveness for those who test their patience. The song ends with a realization that nothing has changed, and the narrator wakes up alone again, haunted by their demons. They acknowledge the need to vanquish their enemies one by one and state that their hatred consumes them. Overall, "Seven Enemies" is a powerful and aggressive song that portrays the struggles of dealing with negativity and the internal battle to control one's anger. It serves as an anthem for those who feel overwhelmed by the constant negativity in their lives and seek some form of justice or resolution.
