Korn

Lyrics

[Intro]
Mother, please forgive me
I just had to get out all my pain and suffering
Now that I am done remember I will always love you
I'm your son

[Verse 1]
Little child, looking so pretty
Come out and play, I'll be your daddy
Innocent child, looking so sweet
I'll rape your mind and now your flesh I reap

[Chorus]
You raped, I feel dirty!
It hurt, as a child!
Tied down, "that's a good boy"!
And fuck, your own child!
I scream, no one hears me!
It hurt, I'm not a liar!
My God, saw you watch!
Mommy, why your own child?

[Verse 2]
Little child, looking so pretty
Come out and play, I'll be your daddy
[Chorus]
You raped, I feel dirty!
It hurt, as a child!
Tied down, "that's a good boy"!
And fuck, your own child!
I scream, no one hears me!
It hurt, I'm not a liar!
My God, saw you watch!
Mommy, why?

It's alright

You raped, I feel dirty!
It hurt, as a child!
Tied down, "that's a good boy"!
And fuck, your own child!
I weep, no one hears me!
It hurt, as a child!
Tied down, no one hit me!
And raped your own child!

I'm sick, no one hears me!
It hurt, as a child!
Tied down, "that's a good boy"!
You fucked your own child!
I speak, no one hears me!
It hurt, as a child!
Tied down, no one hears me!
Mommy why your own child?
[Bridge]
I didn't touch you there!
Mommy said she didn't care!
I didn't touch you there!
That's why mommy stopped and stared!

[Verse 3]
Little child, looking so sweet
I rape your mind, and now your flesh I reap

[Chorus]
You raped, I feel dirty!
It hurt, as a child!
Tied down, "that's a good boy"!
And fuck, your own child!
I scream, no one hears me!
It hurt, I'm not a liar!
My God, saw you watch!
Mommy, why your own child?

You raped, I feel dirty!
It hurt, I'm not a liar!
My God, saw you watching!
Daddy, why your own child?
I scream, no one hears me!
It hurt, I'm not a liar!
My God, saw you watch!
Mommy, why your own child?
You raped, I feel dirty!
It hurt, I'm not a liar!
My God, saw you watching!
Daddy why, your own child?
I scream, no one hears me!
It hurt, I'm not a liar!
My God, saw you watch!
Mommy, why?
I fuckin' hate you!
Oh, you fucker!
Motherfucker, I fuckin' hate you! Fuck you!
You son of a bitch!
You fuckin' ruined my life!
I wanted to die!
I'm sick of it, motherfucker!
You fuckin' bitch!
I hate you!
I fuckin' hate you!
I hate you!
You piece of shit!
Why?
I hate you!

[Outro: Judith Kiener]
When I awake I'll see Thy face
When I awake I will see Thy light
Mother awake me from my dreams
Mother awake me in Thy light
Hand in hand we are dancing together
Dancing together in Thy Light

Korn is a band that has pushed the boundaries of heavy metal music, and they made a significant impact on the genre with their self-titled debut album. The album is full of raw emotion and explores the darker aspects of life, and no song is more intense than the final track, "Daddy." This song tackles the sensitive and painful topic of child abuse, drawing on personal experiences from lead vocalist Jonathan Davis.

About Daddy

"Daddy" is a song that deals with the heavy and harrowing subject of child abuse, specifically drawing from Davis's experiences of being abused by his babysitter and the subsequent lack of support he received from his parents. Davis shouts at the rapist during the song, telling them that they are doing this to their child, but he affirms that it did not happen to him with his parents. This song was an emotive and powerful way for Davis to express his pain and suffering at his own experience and to highlight the wider problem of adults not believing children when they report abuse.

The band's producer, Ross Robinson, spoke about the recording of the song in an interview with Rolling Stone. He revealed that the sobbing heard at the end of the track is genuine and that he kept recording Davis's breakdown, directing the band to continue playing as he went through the emotional experience. This raw emotion is evident in the song and has helped it to become one that resonates deeply with listeners.

"Daddy" is a song that Korn has played live only once, in April 1995, and it was not performed again until the band's 20th anniversary tour in 2015. Davis spoke about why he was willing to perform the song again, stating that he had dealt with the abuse he suffered, and the person who had abused him had since passed away. He wanted to play the song for people who needed it and use it as a tool to raise awareness of the issue of child abuse and how often the victims are not believed.

The song itself is a slow and powerful one, with a haunting melody and emotionally charged lyrics. It builds in intensity as Davis's vocals become more raw and vulnerable, dropping in and out of screams and sobs. The song is a cathartic release for Davis, and the rawness of the recording helps to convey the emotion he was feeling when creating it.

"Daddy" is a difficult and sensitive song that deals with one of the most challenging subjects imaginable. It is a powerful and emotive expression of the pain and suffering that child abuse can cause, and Korn's passionate and honest performance has made it a classic track that resonates with listeners to this day.

• Release Date: October 11, 1994
• Artist: Korn