Discover the story of the song > The Murderer – Alesana

The protagonist is excited to start a party and wants everyone to join in. He is feeling nervous and suggests everyone drinks to calm their nerves. However, there is something dark about him - he mentions being a murderer and that he finds pleasure in watching people suffer. He also mentions a person named Annabel, who seems to have influenced his behavior. He asks if everyone is ready to run or if they are ready to die, suggesting that something bad is about to happen. The protagonist seems to enjoy the power and control he has over others and is glad they all showed up. He sees himself as a dangerous person and enjoys the taste of blood. Despite the dark tone of the lyrics, he also mentions having fun and possibly missing someone. Overall, the lyrics convey a disturbing and dangerous mindset of the protagonist.