Go To Hell

Megadeth's 'Go To Hell' is a haunting exploration of death, judgment, and eternal damnation. The song opens with a twisted version of the classic bedtime prayer, immediately setting a dark and foreboding tone. The lyrics depict a protagonist who is acutely aware of their impending death and the grim fate that awaits them. The imagery of decay and the smell of death filling the coffin creates a visceral sense of dread and inevitability.

As the song progresses, the protagonist experiences their own funeral, noting who did and did not mourn their passing. This moment of reflection is quickly overshadowed by the realization that their judgment is eternal suffering in hell. The reference to the 'goat with 666 between his horns' is a clear nod to Satanic imagery, reinforcing the theme of damnation. The protagonist's only companion in this hellish landscape is this demonic figure, emphasizing their isolation and despair.

The song also touches on themes of inevitability and retribution. The mention of Charon, the ferryman of Hades in Greek mythology, suggests that the journey to the underworld is unavoidable. The line 'you reap what you sow' serves as a grim reminder that one's actions in life have consequences in death. The song concludes with a cynical twist on the bedtime prayer, indicating that the protagonist accepts their fate with a sense of bitter resignation. Megadeth's aggressive musical style and dark lyrical content combine to create a powerful and unsettling meditation on mortality and moral reckoning.