Divide
Passafire Lyrics
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Some space to separate what has been conceived
They say we're making our way, our way to an early grave
With some dues to pay, and resolution seems so far away
Get your fix from fear, this is modern insecure
Watch it on the news it don't get much better
Those news casters sure are clever
Using our doubts and pimping our trust
Breaking down the walls just to build them back up
We are all of the same
You can wave your flag so high
Praise the cause with silver streams
Right off in that sky for your own side
Oh how you try and divide
Try now and divide
Well it seems to me that everywhere you turn
There's a new cause for concern
Force the faction, slight of hand
A good distraction, change of plans
Brick by brick and stone by stone
Pointing out the flaws but you can't see your own
Civilized, multiply, this enterprise
Because you're bubbling on down the line
Yes you're bubbling on down the line
Yeah you're bubbling on down the line
Oh it's a feeling that's oh so fine
You can wave your flag so high
Praise the cause with silver streams
Right off in that sky for your own side
Oh how you try and divide
Try now and divide
The song "Divide" by Passafire seems to be a commentary on the current state of society, particularly in terms of the manipulation of fear and the tendency to separate and categorize people in order to maintain power structures. The lyrics suggest a desire for space and separation from the noise and chaos of the world, but acknowledge the difficulty in achieving resolution and a sense of security.
The first verse sets the tone for the song, with the singer expressing a need for breathing room and the ability to separate what has been constructed by others from their own thoughts and beliefs. The idea of an early grave is introduced, likely as a reference to the constant fear-mongering in the media and political discourse. The fear is used to control people and make them believe they need to pay dues or sacrifice freedoms in order to be safe. However, the lyrics suggest that this resolution seems unlikely or far off.
The chorus references the act of waving a flag high as a means of praising a certain cause or ideology. The use of "silver streams" could represent the monetary motivations behind certain political or social movements. The repetition of "try now and divide" suggests that this act of dividing people based on their beliefs or affiliations is intentional and ongoing.
The second verse expands on this theme, with the singer noting that no matter where you turn, there always seems to be a new cause for concern. The "force the faction" and "slight of hand" could represent the way in which political or social groups try to manipulate others into supporting their cause, even if it's not in their best interest. The use of "brick by brick and stone by stone" suggests a slow and deliberate building up of these divisions over time.
In the bridge, there's a bit of a shift in tone, with the singer acknowledging the feeling of "bubbling on down the line" which seems to suggest a sense of resignation or being swept along by larger forces. However, it's not entirely clear whether this feeling is positive or negative.
Overall, "Divide" seems to be a commentary on the ways in which society has become increasingly polarized and divided, with fear and manipulation being used to maintain power structures. The song expresses a desire for some separation and space in order to really examine one's own beliefs and values, but recognizes the difficulty in achieving this.
Line by Line Meaning
All I really need is just some room to breathe
I just need some personal space and time to think.
Some space to separate what has been conceived
I require some distance to examine my thoughts & ideas.
They say we're making our way, our way to an early grave
People say that we're slowly destroying ourselves.
With some dues to pay, and resolution seems so far away
We have to pay a price, but the solution seems too distant.
Get your fix from fear, this is modern insecure
We find satisfaction in being scared, it's a sign of our insecurity.
Watch it on the news it don't get much better
The media presents negative news all the time, nothing positive.
Those news casters sure are clever
The news presenters are intelligent, they know what to say and how to say it.
Using our doubts and pimping our trust
They use our fears and exploit our confidence in them.
Breaking down the walls just to build them back up
We destroy our problems only to recreate them later.
We are all of the same
Despite our differences, we are all human and equal.
You can wave your flag so high
You can show your support for your beliefs confidently.
Praise the cause with silver streams
People enjoy complacently supporting & believing their chosen viewpoint.
Right off in that sky for your own side
They cheer for their own side and ignore everyone else's opinion.
Oh how you try and divide
People love to separate themselves and distinguish from others.
Well it seems to me that everywhere you turn
It appears that wherever someone goes, there is a new issue to address.
There's a new cause for concern
Every day something happens which can cause worry, anxiety or uncertainty.
Force the faction, slight of hand
People try to convince others to their beliefs, sometimes through deception.
A good distraction, change of plans
It's a good distraction & changes subject of the issue, making people forget about the core problem.
Brick by brick and stone by stone
Constructions take time to build, step by step - same goes for crises.
Pointing out the flaws but you can't see your own
It's easy to criticize others, but we don't always notice our own imperfections.
Civilized, multiply, this enterprise
As we grow more sophisticated, our problems also multiply.
Because you're bubbling on down the line
People keep following others without thinking or questioning.
Oh it's a feeling that's oh so fine
People enjoy following others blindly, it is an enjoyable experience.
Try now and divide
We should stop separating ourselves and begin uniting as one.
Contributed by Julian S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.