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The song “For the Love of God” by Steve Vai is an instrumental story song that takes the listener on a progressive journey through a symbolized representation of religion. Steve Vai wrote this song in light of the radical attitudes some people devote towards their faith.
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The song is structured around the guitar as the leading instrument, with the playing becoming technically faster and more advanced as the song continues. The beginning of the song represents a calm, soothing state of mind; the kind Vai says religion is supposed to influence on a person.
He then however uses the speed of his guitar playing to represent things getting out of control. This out of control playing represents those who take religion too far by doing things such as harming others and making living sacrifices for their god.
Por amor a dios steve vai biography
The idea of religion being out of control is very ironic, as it is supposed to be peaceful and calming. This is the irony Vai says he wishes to capture with the song. He wrote it to high