Six
;Forward Russia! Lyrics
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Everybody's fine at the top of the world, now
And so it comes to this
The metropolis has ran out of luck, but
Everybody's fine on the top of the world
Everybody's fine, the skyscrapers preserved
Everybody's fine on the top of the world
Women and children, boys and girls
Gaze in wonder as the cry reaches ears
The end is near, the end is near but
Everybody's fine on the top of the world
Everybody's fine, the skyscrapers preserved, now
Can you hear the whisper of hordes
Telling you to slither and crawl
Your way down to peruse or read
A fearless guide to communication
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You could be all that stands in the way of the king
The lyrics of Forward Russia!'s song "Six" convey a sense of impending doom and social commentary on modern society. The first few lines of the song repeat the phrase "Everybody's fine at the top of the world," which suggests that those in power or wealthy individuals are able to live without worry or fear. The repetition emphasizes the hollowness of this sentiment and further underscores the idea that people are only "fine" until things go wrong.
The lyrics then transition to describe a city, referred to as a "metropolis," that has run out of luck. The imagery of the city running out of luck brings to mind the consequences and instability of relying on wealth and power to sustain a society. However, in spite of this, the song maintains that "everybody's fine on the top of the world" as if nothing is wrong.
The repetition of the phrase "top of the world" heightens the irony of the situation and emphasizes the disconnect between those in power and the rest of society. The final lines of the song mention the whisper of "hordes" and the idea of someone standing in the way of the king, which suggests a potential uprising or revolution against those in power.
Overall, "Six" critiques the illusion of power and wealth, pointing out the inevitable consequences of prioritizing those things over the well-being of society as a whole. The repetition of certain phrases emphasizes the hollowness of these ideas and highlights the precariousness of the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
Everybody's fine at the top of the world
Life is good for those who are at the top and in power
Everybody's fine at the top of the world, now
They're living their best life and they know it
And so it comes to this
This is what it has all led up to
The metropolis has ran out of luck, but
The city has hit a low point and things are not going well
Everybody's fine on the top of the world
Those in power are doing well
Everybody's fine, the skyscrapers preserved
Their buildings and property are still intact and safe
Women and children, boys and girls
Everyone is affected by the impending danger, regardless of age or gender
Gaze in wonder as the cry reaches ears
People are in awe and afraid as the warning signs appear
The end is near, the end is near but
Destruction and danger is imminent, but those on top still feel invincible
Can you hear the whisper of hordes
There are many voices and warnings, but they are often ignored
Telling you to slither and crawl
People are being advised to behave in ways associated with being powerless and vulnerable
Your way down to peruse or read
People are being encouraged to seek knowledge and information to help them survive
A fearless guide to communication
People need to be brave and innovative in order to communicate effectively in chaotic times
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Repeating numbers may be meant to represent the monotony and predictability of those at the top
You could be all that stands in the way of the king
People have the power to stop the destructive forces, but must be willing to use it
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: KATHRYN ROSE NICHOLLS, ROBERT FRANCIS CANNING, SAMUEL NICHOLLS, THOMAS DOMINIC WOODHEAD
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