The topic of death, whether literal or metaphorical, manifests itself in various forms throughout literature. Authors often use literature as a medium to convey profound messages, and death frequently serves as a powerful vessel for these themes. It symbolizes the consequences of failure or the necessity for change. In the novel The Great Gatsby, by F. Scott Fitzgerald, death acts as a reminder that the wealthy will never change and will instead move forward, disregarding the struggles of the poor and working classes. Tom Buchanan is the figurehead of this message, as his actions ultimately lead to the deaths of Jay Gatsby and George Wilson. Similarly, the song “No More Tears,” by Ozzy Osbourne, explores the theme of death through the lens of serial murder …show more content…
“No More Tears” is a song that, by design, is very open to personal interpretation. Ozzy Osbourne, the songwriter, has never confirmed a specific narrative for the song; however, the most popular interpretation revolves around the theme of serial killing. A commonly cited line details “the man in the dark [who] will bring another attack” (Osbourne 4). The narrator’s use of the word “another” signifies a repeat offence by this “man in the dark.” As the narrator later states, “I never wanted it to end this way” (Osbourne 28), he is aware of the impending attack and has the ability to prevent it. However, his fear prevents him from taking action, leading to the tragic consequence of death, which is revealed to both the narrator and the audience. Additionally, Osbourne provides a clue regarding the identity of the victim in the line describing “the red light [going] on to say it’s time to begin” (Osbourne 13). The red light typically symbolizes the underworld, particularly in relation to prostitution. Prostitutes are often marginalized and overlooked, receiving little care or