"Lessons of the Fire" is the haunting theme song for the Netflix limited series Devil in Ohio , performed by British-American artist Bishop Briggs and co-written with series composer Will Bates . Released on September 2, 2022, the track serves as a sonic anchor for the show's dark, suspenseful atmosphere. Musical Composition and Theme
: The track mirrors the suspenseful story of Mae Dodd and Dr. Suzanne Mathis, touching on themes of fear, haunting memories ("Spirit haunts me, ask for more"), and the search for a "higher" meaning amidst darkness. Soundtrack Details
Watch the official lyric video for "Lessons of the Fire" to experience the haunting atmosphere of the series: Bishop Briggs - Lessons of the Fire: Devil In Ohio Netflix
: A folk song cover performed by Fay Wolf.
The song is characterized by Bishop Briggs' signature powerful and emotive vocals, which create a sense of lingering horror and reflection. Composer Will Bates utilized eerie instrumentation to reflect the mysterious energy of the series, which follows a psychiatrist who shelters a girl escaping a satanic cult. Narrative Significance "Lessons of the Fire" is the haunting theme
: The lyrics explicitly mention the show's title with the line "As the devil in Ohio ".
: Written by Isabella Summers of Florence + The Machine. Suzanne Mathis, touching on themes of fear, haunting
: A fictional hymn from the series co-written by Bates.