The band Ghost has intricately woven religious themes into the fabric of their lore, but what is the prevalent misunderstanding that their fans might hold? Frontman Tobias Forge discussed a specific concept associated with the band that he believes is frequently misconstrued by listeners.

Understanding the Common Misconception About Ghost from Tobias Forge’s Perspective

During a candid conversation with Rolling Stone UK, the discussion veered into the realm of ghost encounters. Forge began by expressing his belief that he has had “unexplained or irrational contact with the void,” which prompted a deeper exploration of the mysterious.

He addressed the notion that Ghost may be perceived as dismissive of religion or may advocate a strictly atheist agenda. “Actually, no,” Forge clarified, countering that idea.

“I believe one of the most significant concepts is that if humanity could unite around the idea that there may indeed be forces and phenomena beyond our understanding, and if we could accept that the unknown might transcend our ability to articulate it, that would be far more beneficial than the current situation,” he elaborated.

According to Forge, much of contemporary religion, spanning thousands of years, has involved individuals dictating their interpretations of existence and what occurs after death. In response to this, he asserts, “They’re lying. They’re lying to you. That’s the issue. They want you to take action based on their claims.”

The vocalist continued, “If we could reach a consensus that we do not have all the answers, but that there could very well be some divine, otherworldly force, I think this perspective could pave the way for progress and allow humanity to rejoice at last.”

Tobias Forge of Ghost Shares Insights with Rolling Stone UK

Discovering the Meaning Behind Ghost’s “Satanized”

Recently, Ghost embarked on promoting their latest album, Skeleta, with the launch of the single “Satanized.” Despite the provocative title and lyrics that may suggest themes of possession, Tobias Forge recently explained to WRIF’s Meltdown that the track is, in fact, a love song.

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“This song explores the experience of being in love and how such feelings can sometimes be misconstrued as demonic possession, but the reality is that this track has no connection to actual possession,” the singer revealed.

“Satanized” is featured on Skeleta, the band’s sixth studio album, which is set to be released on April 25, with pre-orders available through the band’s official website.