Unholywood
Related Verses
Matthew: 5:32
but I say unto you, That whosoever shall put away his wife, saving for the cause of fornication, causeth her to commit adultery: and whosoever shall marry her that is divorced committeth adultery.
Jude 1:7
Even as Sodom and Gomorrha, and the cities about them in like manner, giving themselves over to fornication, and going after strange flesh, are set forth for an example, suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.
"Unholywood" is a powerful, thought-provoking pop song that unveils the moral decay perpetuated by Hollywood and modern popular culture. Drawing inspiration from Matthew 5:32 and Jude 7-8, the song critiques the glamorization of sexual immorality and rebellion against God, exposing how society is entrapped by Porneia—a term for sexual sin often used in the Bible.
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The song paints vivid imagery of a world blinded by the allure of fame and lust, where "bright lights and big screens" mask the darkness lurking beneath. It calls out how entertainment industries exploit sexualized content, leading to twisted values, broken homes, and a generation raised on deceitful idols (Jude 1:8). Like Sodom and Gomorrah, Hollywood becomes a metaphor for a society lost in immorality, echoing Jude 1:7, which warns of judgment for those who give themselves to unnatural desires.
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Yet, "Unholywood" does not leave the listener in despair. It offers hope and redemption, calling on believers to rise above the darkness and reclaim their purity and faith. It reminds us that through God's truth and commandments, we can break free from the chains of sin and find eternal life (Matthew 5:32). The song’s bridge and outro encourage a stand for righteousness, declaring that the reign of sin will end when the light of truth prevails.
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With hauntingly beautiful lyrics and a soul-stirring melody, "Unholywood" challenges listeners to examine the influence of culture on their hearts and to turn back to God for guidance, hope, and renewal.
Lyrics
[Verse]
Bright lights, big screens, the lure of fantasy
Hollywood's illusion, masking reality
Sex sells, they say, and morals start to fade
Porneia in the spotlight, innocence betrayed
Children grow in darkness, learning from the screen
Values twisted, lost in the obscene
Sexualized and broken, hearts begin to stray
In the grip of Porneia, innocence fades away
[Verse]
From the pages of the scripts to the songs we sing
Porneia's influence, a poison in the spring
Jude warned of the fall, Matthew spoke of shame
In a world of shadows, who will bear the blame?
They glorify rebellion, parade what’s profane
Corrupting hearts and minds with an endless chain
Behind the silver screen, a serpent’s lies entwine
Leading souls to wander far from the divine
[Pre-Chorus]
But behind the glitz and glam, there's a darker game
Selling out our values, all in the name of fame
[Chorus]
Unholywood, spreading sin like fire
Lust and greed, feeding our desire
In the heart of darkness, purity expires
Unholywood, lost in the mire
[Verse]
Broken dreams and empty hearts, chasing empty fame
Underneath the surface, it's all just a game
Pop culture’s puppetry, pulling at our strings
In the end, it's hollow, the sorrow that it brings
False idols celebrated, drowning out the cries
Of the lost and broken, blinded by their lies
Every fleeting pleasure, a weight we cannot bear
A kingdom built on sand, crumbling in despair
[Verse]
Yet there's a spark of hope, a chance to break away
Choosing love and truth, in the light of day
From the grip of Unholywood, we can rise above
Seeking out redemption, in the power of love
Turn away from darkness, the path is clear to see
Cling to God’s commandments, and live eternally
With every step in faith, we shatter every chain
From the ashes of deceit, His truth will reign
[Pre-Chorus]
But behind the glitz and glam, there's a darker game
Selling out our values, all in the name of fame
[Chorus]
Unholywood, spreading sin like fire
Lust and greed, feeding our desire
In the heart of darkness, purity expires
Unholywood, lost in the mire
[Verse]
The youth are crying out, searching for the way
Trapped in Unholywood, where dreams decay
But a voice is calling, whispering the truth
A beacon in the storm, to save the hearts of youth
The gospel shines in darkness, breaking through the night
A call to stand for righteousness, to fight the good fight
No stage or screen can silence the word of God’s decree
For in His grace and mercy, the captives are set free
[Verse]
Rise up from the ashes, break free from the chains
In the face of darkness, love and truth remain
Hold on to your values, let your spirit soar
Unholywood can't claim you anymore
[Outro]
Unholywood, your reign will end
In the light of truth, our hearts will mend
From the depths of shadows, we'll ascend
Unholywood, we won't pretend