"Rated X" is a song by U.D.O., a German heavy metal band led by former Accept vocalist Udo Dirkschneider. The song discusses government censorship and the suppression of information by those in power. The lyrics describe a bleak scenario where "blazing steel" appears on the horizon in the desert, suggesting some sort of military conflict. The forces responsible for this are compared to the mythical god Poseidon, symbolizing their immense power and destructiveness. Despite the obvious evidence, the government denies and covers up the truth. This is represented by the line, "Although it burns your eyes, the government denies." The song implies that the government labels the events as "rated X," as if they are too explicit or sensitive, essentially keeping the public in the dark. The men in power are accused of calling the people liars and dismissing their claims as mere suppression. The song suggests that they want the population to forget and ignore what they have seen. The line, "They're passing on the lies, the bunkers full of files," hints at the existence of hidden evidence and classified information that contradict the official narrative. The repetition of "rated X" throughout the song emphasizes the severity and forbidden nature of the truth. It implies that the information is so shocking or damaging that it must be concealed from the public. "Rated X" questions the trustworthiness of those in power and their ability to believe in and share the truth. It suggests a lack of transparency and accountability within the government, which keeps important information hidden from the people. Ultimately, the song highlights the importance of questioning authority and seeking the truth despite efforts to suppress it. It implies that the facts are out there, beyond the reach of censorship, waiting to be discovered and exposed.
