Words can have a powerful impact on those who hear them. They have the ability to uplift, inspire, and motivate. However, they also have the power to hurt, destroy, and cause pain. This is the central theme explored in the song "My Curse" by the American metal band Killswitch Engage. The main idea of the song lies in the impact of negative words. The lyrics highlight the destructive power of hurtful words and how they can leave lasting scars on a person's soul.
CeCe Winans echoed the sentiment, writing, “I Love you Kirk! And Praying for you Kirk and your precious family!!”
Franklin issued an apology on Saturday after his 32-year-old estranged son, Kerrion Franklin, leaked a portion of their recent argument over the phone where Franklin can be heard using profane language and physically threatening his son, who also cussed at his father. The word says, A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart.
The lyrics highlight the destructive power of hurtful words and how they can leave lasting scars on a person's soul. The song conveys a sense of despair and vulnerability, as the protagonist is haunted by the words spoken to them. The repetition of the line "Words can be broken" emphasizes that words have the ability to damage and break a person's spirit.
After Audio Leaked In Which Kirk Franklin Curses Out His Son, I Have to Ask, ‘Should Cursing Cancel You as a Christian/Gospel Artist?’
By now, I’m sure you’ve heard the explicit exchange between Gospel megastar Kirk Franklin, 51, and his estranged son Kerrion Franklin, 32. I first heard it on Saturday night, but because I was already preparing a pretty length post for the next day, I knew I would have to get to it at a later date. If you have not heard it, it is below…As I wrote above, it is explicit so if you are offended by hearing curse words, I suggest you not click on the IG post.
View this post on InstagramHowever, if do you want the gist of it without listening to it, here’s a summary of what was said…
“You need to get your skinny motherf**king a$$ back out the go**amn way before I put my foot in your a$$… I will break your neck! Don’t you ever disrespect me,” Kirk said.
“Did he just hang up the phone? ‘I’ll break your neck.’ Is that a threat?” said Kerrion.
Kerrion posted the exchange on his IG page. Along with the audio, he wrote, “This is why I’m done. No father should speak to their children like this.” He also posted more commentary that you can read in the IG post above.
Kirk has since responded to his son Kerrion posting this private conversation. See his IG post below.
View this post on InstagramSince then, despite what was said, many people have demonstrated their support for Kirk Franklin including Steve Harvey and Rickey Smiley. And I have to admit that I’m a fan of Kirk Franklin, and when I met him some years ago, I thought he was so nice. That being said, I’m going to try to be as objective and fair as I can.
First of all, I must say that Kerrion was wrong to secretly record his father and secondly, he was wrong to post what was obviously meant to be a private exchange between him and his father. I have to wonder if Kerrion somehow baited his father to get the reaction that he did knowing that he was recording him. And then as Kirk pointed out, he only posted a snippet of the exchange and not the full exchange which included Kirk reaching out the family therapist for help. In his apology video above, he said their relationship has been toxic for some time and based on what was said, that is obviously true. If Kerrion was going to post the exchange, he should have posted the whole exchange, not a snippet. And for the record, this is not the first time their toxic relationship has caused headlines. In 2018, Kerrion even said his father was trying to kill him. Read that HERE. In fact, I think I’ve even read at some point that his son suffers from a mental illness…Don’t get me to lying..but I feel like I’ve read that or heard that somewhere…I could be wrong though….
Now, that being said (written), let me get into this a bit deeper. Let me start off by stating that I’m not a parent. I’ve seen various Facebook posts from parents in which they said that children can take you there sometimes. I can only imagine, but I take them at their word. HOWEVER, Kirk was flowing with those curse words like it was a song that he had written and knew very well. If somebody in his inner circle said he regularly cursed, I wouldn’t be surprised.
The word says, “A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of.” Luke 6:45
Essentially, what is in you comes out of you…
I’m not saying Kirk Franklin is evil, I’m saying that he sounds like cursing is a somewhat regular part of his vocabulary…
Additionally, in the word, it is stated, “Out of the same mouth come praise and cursing. My brothers and sisters, this should not be.” James 3:10
We all know that Kirk Franklin can shonuff praise God, but using the word “go**amn” is certainly a wrong use of God’s name.
Earlier in James 3, actually, the very first verse states that, “Not many of you should become teachers, my fellow believers, because you know that we who teach will be judged more strictly.” And the section of that chapter is about “taming the tongue.”
As a Gospel megastar with a worldwide platform, Kirk is subject to more scrutiny and rightfully so…
I’m not cancelling Kirk Franklin namely because I’m not a fan of the cancel culture…That being said, I hope he uses this revelation as a barometer to check himself. Does his persona in private match what he presents publicly. No one is perfect that is for sure. But even the everyday Christian without a platform should be demonstrably becoming more and more Christlike in their words and deeds. I have grown in some areas and some areas I have yet to grow. For some reason, I find myself arguing with people at the grocery store lately. I think it’s because it’s my only social outlet in the pandemic 🙁 But I have a mentor who has challenged me on these outbursts. We all need to people who can help us check ourselves before we wreck ourselves…
As Kirk asked for in his apology video, I will pray for him and his family. And I will keep praying for myself too…
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Fred Hammond told Franklin, “You got it bro.”
The band delves into the impact of these words on mental and emotional well-being. The lyrics explore the feeling of being trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts and emotions caused by the hurtful words. The line "I watch my world cave in" expresses the sense of helplessness and despair experienced by the protagonist. However, there is also a sense of resilience present in the song. Despite the pain caused by words, the protagonist acknowledges the need to move forward and overcome the negativity. The line "Let go of your heart, let go of your head" encourages the listener to free themselves from the chains of negativity and find their own self-worth. The song ultimately serves as a reminder of the power of words and the importance of choosing them wisely. It urges listeners to be mindful of the impact their words can have on others and to strive for empathy and kindness. While words can be destructive, they can also be a source of healing and strength if used wisely and with compassion..
Reviews for "Exploring the Dark and Melodic Elements in Killswitch Engage's "Words My Curse"
1. John Doe - 2 stars: I was really disappointed with "Words My Curse" by Killswitch Engage. The song lacked creativity and the lyrics felt repetitive and uninspired. The vocals also lacked the energy and intensity that I'm used to hearing from this band. Overall, it felt like a forgettable track that didn't live up to my expectations.
2. Jane Smith - 2.5 stars: As a longtime fan of Killswitch Engage, I was really let down by "Words My Curse". The instrumentation felt lackluster and the songwriting didn't offer anything new or exciting. It felt like a generic metalcore track that didn't showcase the band's true potential. I hope their future releases bring back the aggression and passion that I love about their music.
3. Mike Johnson - 3 stars: "Words My Curse" by Killswitch Engage didn't leave a lasting impression on me. While it had some catchy moments, the overall composition felt too formulaic and predictable. The heavy guitar riffs were there, but they didn't bring anything fresh or innovative to the table. It's a decent song that may appeal to some, but I expected more from a band of this caliber.
4. Sarah Adams - 2 stars: "Words My Curse" was a disappointment for me. The song lacked originality and failed to stand out from other mainstream metalcore tracks. The overall production felt flat and the vocals didn't have the emotional impact I was hoping for. I've heard better from Killswitch Engage in the past, and I hope they come back with stronger material in the future.
5. James Thompson - 2.5 stars: I found "Words My Curse" by Killswitch Engage to be quite forgettable. The songwriting felt repetitive and the instrumentals lacked the complexity and intensity that I associate with this band. The lyrics didn't resonate with me, and the overall performance felt lackluster. It's an average track at best, and I was left wanting more from Killswitch Engage.