Villain Song (or songs that I think that would be playing if the antagonist was the protagonist)

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I was listening to the song "Behind Blue Eyes" by The Who and recently found out that the song was intended to be part of a rock opera that was in the works by band member Pete Townshend. This got me thinking of what songs could be played as the main antagonist's theme song or if a movie or story followed a day in the life of an antagonist (maybe anti-heroes too). The comments may or may not match up with the literal meaning of the songs as this is for entertainment purposes.

Behind Blue Eyes
 Artist: The Who
Lyrics

I feel this is a bit of a walk a mile in my shoes type of song ("No ones knows what it's like to be hated, to be hated, to telling only lies). I also find that this would give human characteristics to a villain ("If I shiver, please give me a blanket keep me warm, let me wear your coat"). The villain (or villainess) I see this would follow would be someone that is connected to the hero ("No one knows what it's like to feel these feelings like I do and I blame you").

A Criminal Mind
Artist: Lawrence Gowan
Lyrics

I believe would be befitting for an antagonist who is looking to repent. He (or she) tries to be good many times but has failed ("They tried to reform me but I'm made of cold stone"). I also see this as something that would show the human side.

Monster
Artist: Skillet
Lyrics

I could see this be a bit more for an anti-hero than an antagonist. Probably this would befit a Jekyll/Hyde character with the protagonist struggling with himself or maybe even a werewolf (human side is good and caring, animal side runs around killing everything in its path). I am aware that Skillet is a Christian band (I mean it in the sense of their religious affiliation) so the lyrics could be allegorical and carry a religious meaning but who says that someone who listens to bands like Skillet are or have to be Christian?

Lay Down
Artist: Priestess
Lyrics should appear in the video

I would find this befitting for a male serial killer that preys on women. Another one this would fit could be a guy who just murdered some girl he had feelings for whether it may be illicit or not. I haven't seen the movie or read the book "The Lovely Bones" but if anyone has would it fit the guy who killed the girl? ("Lay down, sleep my little darling I'll be nothing when you're gone")

Monster in Me
Artist: Blind Dog Circus
Can't find any lyrics.

I find this a cross between "Lay Down" and "Monster". I would put this for the antagonist that doesn't reveal him or herself until the very end. This can be that serial killer that everyone is searching for who has been right under the protagonist's nose. At the same time it could be one of those anti-hero vampires or werewolves or one of those antagonists that is looking to reform.

Walking In My Shoes
Artist: Depeche Mode
Lyrics


This is something I wouldn't restrict to an antagonist or an anti-hero but can also be tied to the protagonist. Here I would find the antagonist again looking for some redemption but at the same time it could carry the same meaning as "Behind Blue Eyes" saying that "in order to understand me try to be me for a day" ("I'm not looking for absolution, forgiveness for the things I do, but before you come to any conclusion, try walking in my shoes"). The antagonist here could also be luring the protagonist to the "dark side". Which leads us to . . .

LiesArtist: Evanescence
Lyrics

The antagonist for this song is the kinds that would like to lure the protagonist to join him or her at his or her side as they take over the world or something ("Rest in me and I'll comfort you I have lived and I died for you Abide in me and I vow to you I will never forsake you.") Though the quote from the song I provided most likely refers to Jesus (I'm not religious but anyone who has studied Christianity can figure it out) but in a nutshell it's "I can offer you everything or anything if you join me" kinda thing.

How Can Heaven Love MeArtist: Sarah Brightman
Lyrics

Whereas "Lies" seemed fitting for an antagonist wanting to be with the protagonist in terms of taking over the world this song would sort of be the opposite where the protagonist has feelings for the antagonist. The antagonist here could be some sort of fallen angel or some heavenly creature that strayed from the righteous path or something of that sort.

Well that's all I can say at the moment. Note that this is for entertainment purposes only.