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1) A German Death/industrial/gothic metal band formed in Ludwigsburg.

2) A Death Metal/Grindcore band from Torrington, Connecticut.

3) A punk band in the 80's from Berkeley, California who were featured on Aaron Cometbus' "Lest We Forget" compilation tape.

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Lineup:
Ulrik Andersen – Guitar
Peter Boye – Vocal and synth
Rune Torp – Drums
Bjarne Hansen - Bas

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People Are People
Atrocity Lyrics

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People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully
People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully

So we're different colors, and we're different creeds
And different people have different needs
It's obvious you hate me, though I've done nothing wrong

I've never even met you, so what could I have done?

I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand

People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully
People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully

Now you're punching and you're kicking and you're shouting at me
I'm relying on your common decency
So far it hasn't surfaced, but I'm sure it exists
It just take a while to travel from your head to your fist

I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand

People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully
People are people, so why should it be
You and I should get along so awfully

I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand

I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand

I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand

I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand

I can't understand
What makes a man
Hate another man
Help me understand

I can't understand
What makes a man

Hate another man
Help me understand

Overall Meaning

Atrocity's song "People Are People" explores the theme of intolerance and discrimination, pondering why people can't simply coexist and get along in spite of their differences. The opening verses suggest that there is no reason why people can't accept each other despite their various backgrounds and beliefs. The song highlights the common humanity that underpins us all, and the fact that we have the ability to work together and learn from one another.

The lyrics then delve deeper into the idea that hatred often stems from ignorance and prejudice. At this point, the song references differences in skin color and creed, implying that the man addressed in the lyrics may be an object of discrimination due to his race or religion. Despite having done nothing wrong, the singer seems to suggest that the man is a victim of unfounded anger and prejudice.

In the final verses, the song takes on a more confrontational tone, with the singer speaking directly to the man who is attacking him. Rather than retaliating with violence, the singer appeals to the attacker's humanity, asking him to understand that his anger and hatred are ultimately misplaced. The song calls for people to listen to one another, to learn from each other's experiences, and to work together to build a world free from discrimination and intolerance.

Line by Line Meaning

People are people, so why should it be
Despite our differences, we are all human beings, so why do we treat each other so poorly?

You and I should get along so awfully
We shouldn't have such difficulty getting along with each other.

So we're different colors, and we're different creeds
We have diverse backgrounds, ethnicities, and beliefs.

And different people have different needs
Everyone has varied desires and requirements.

It's obvious you hate me, though I've done nothing wrong
It seems evident that you dislike me, despite my not having done anything to deserve it.

I've never even met you, so what could I have done?
We haven't even met before, so there is no reason for animosity between us.

I can't understand
It is perplexing to me.

What makes a man
What causes an individual

Hate another man
To harbor such strong resentment towards another person

Help me understand
Please assist me in comprehending.

Now you're punching and you're kicking and you're shouting at me
You are physically attacking and verbally abusing me right now.

I'm relying on your common decency
I am hoping that you will have basic human decency and stop hurting me.

So far it hasn't surfaced, but I'm sure it exists
I have not seen it yet, but I am confident that you possess common decency within you.

It just take a while to travel from your head to your fist
It may take some time for your mental decision to refrain from violence to translate into a physical response.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Martin Gore

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