A Car, a Torch, a Death

A Car, a Torch, a Death

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This is the eleventh track on Twenty One Pilots' first (and self-titled) album.

It is not uncommon for Twenty One Pilots' lyrics to speak of depression and suicidal thoughts, so many listeners conclude that this track also deals with these themes. However, a closer look at the lyrics shows that these words may be said from the perspective of Jesus himself during his time of prayer and contemplation in Gethsemane, prior to his arrest and crucifixion. They also depict Tyler coming to realise why Jesus died for the sins of humanity.