Originally performed by Dr. Know Thursday morning at 7 A. M. A young boy found dead in a garbage can When apprehended the police asked why "God told me to"was my reply Voluntary manslaughter Killing in the heat of passion By another's command Killing for God In my room a dog lies dead A crucifix pounded through his head I hung him high to drain his blood God told me that I should Voluntary manslaughter Killing in the heat of passion By another's command Killing for God Pieces of Granma litters the den God please don't let me kill again Please don't whisper to me no more Another will fight the holy war Voluntary manslaughter Killing in the heat of passion By another's command Killing for God God told me to God told me to God told me to So it must be right