The Movers And The Shakers
Herbert Lyrics
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I just don't know how to bring about
Your downfall, damn fool go figure out
How those Christian bones can orchestrate?
Shock and awe
Can't find peace to rave about
Shade from trees to sit and celebrate
Space between these graves to cultivate
Anymore
No time to grieve or think about
Plans to search for grace, investigate
How this holy mess could generate love at war
Listen follow
Follow closely
It's closely sinking
'Cos the war is moving
Getting closer to you
You feel it breathing
That stinking feeling
It's what I'm thinking for
Don't want to fight for a feeling
(the movers and the shakers)
We need a spud and not a peeling
(the movers and the shakers)
Don't need another undertaker
(the movers and the shakers)
Be a mover and a shaker
(the movers and the shakers)
I can't hide much
I can't hide much
Listen follow
Follow closely
It's closely sinking
'Cos the war is moving
It's getting closer to you
You feel it breathing
That stinking feeling
It's what I'm thinking for
It's what I'm thinking for
It's why I'm thinking for
It's what I'm thinking for
I just can't hide much
I just can't hide much
I just can't hide much
I just can't hide much
I just can't hide much
Don't want to fight for a feeling
We need a better kinder dreaming
Don't need another fool, a faker
Be a mover and a shaker
The song "The Movers And The Shakers" by Herbert is a contemplative and thought-provoking reflection on the state of the world and the need for change. The first verse of the song expresses confusion and frustration about how "Christian bones" can be used to orchestrate "shock and awe," which seems antithetical to the principles of love and compassion often associated with Christianity. The second verse laments the difficulty of finding peace and space to celebrate life, and the need to investigate how this "holy mess" could "generate love at war." The chorus urges listeners to be "movers and shakers," to work towards positive change rather than simply reacting to and fighting against negative forces.
Throughout the song, Herbert creates a sense of urgency and unease, using repeated phrases and a driving beat to convey a feeling of impending danger. The lyrics are layered and complex, full of allusions and references that add depth and meaning to the song. Overall, the song seems to be a call to action, encouraging listeners to take responsibility for creating the kind of world they want to live in.
Line by Line Meaning
The movers and the shakers…
Referring to people who make things happen and have power and influence.
I just don't know how to bring about Your downfall, damn fool go figure out How those Christian bones can orchestrate? Shock and awe
I'm unable to understand how you can compete with and triumph over influential, powerful people. How could this be possible for even godly people?
Can't find peace to rave about Shade from trees to sit and celebrate Space between these graves to cultivate Anymore
There is no way of finding happiness, and the distance between people grows, killing the community and leaving me with no hope.
No time to grieve or think about Plans to search for grace, investigate How this holy mess could generate love at war
I don't have the luxury to feel sorrow or ponder religious mysteries as the reality of the conflict continues, and I try to imagine how this religious mess would breed war.
Listen follow Follow closely It's closely sinking 'Cos the war is moving Getting closer to you You feel it breathing That stinking feeling It's what I'm thinking for
Pay attention and keep pace, the day of reckoning is near, and the burden mounts, knowing the enemy is approaching, the burden grows heavier, and I ponder how to deal with it.
Don't want to fight for a feeling (the movers and the shakers) We need a spud and not a peeling (the movers and the shakers) Don't need another undertaker (the movers and the shakers) Be a mover and a shaker (the movers and the shakers)
I don't want to waste my time on whims; we need something solid that can sustain itself. We don't need people who will tidy up the mess. Instead, we need individuals who get things done and look forward to progress without distractions.
I can't hide much I can't hide much
I can't suppress my agitation anymore.
It's what I'm thinking for It's why I'm thinking for It's what I'm thinking for
It's what I'm considering and why I'm doing it.
Don't want to fight for a feeling We need a better kinder dreaming Don't need another fool, a faker Be a mover and a shaker
Fighting for abstract causes is pointless. Instead, we should be working on more practical solutions based on compassion and openness. We should avoid both foolish and fake people and instead be action-oriented go-getters.
Contributed by Amelia K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.