e.l.i.t.e.
.calibre Lyrics

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(chorus:)

the breath of a hurricane - (all shall fall)?
the breath of a hurricane - (all shall fall)?
the breath of a hurricane

it's the conspiracy on the emerald hills - the death rattle of a shadow company
the silencer, the sleeper and a charnel house - for every luxury

they've forgotten more names than i would like to recall
erect your wonder wall i will remain appalled
the 'mouths to feed' are dry with novocaine
the pure gasp eats the rain - it won't stand the breath
of a hurricane

(chorus)

(not luxuries for some... but necessities for all)

this is how i got a taste, i got a place in this unremitting call
not luxuries for some of us but necessities for all
they level out, the playing field - it's raw diplomacy
the sonic ride, the thunderbolt - tempest of equity
and line up all, with attrition now - and stroll capitol lane
the dual thrust of ambition won't... - won't stand the breath...
of a hurricane

(chorus)

i've tasted - i've tasted - i've wasted - how i've embraced it

audacious brilliance - running that welfare mile
leaving that noble drop - and a stalwart missile
it's all about vision - who shoots the biggest gun
who beats the loudest drum - who runs the longest run
silent variety - debilitated brain
compelling liberty - the breath of a hurricane

(chorus)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to .calibre's song "e.l.i.t.e." appear to focus on the corrupt nature of those in power and the struggle for equality and justice. The first line of the chorus, "the breath of a hurricane - all shall fall" seems to suggest that the corrupt individuals in power will eventually be brought down by the power of the people. The second verse describes a "shadow company" and the forgotten names of those who have suffered at their hands. The line "erect your wonder wall i will remain appalled" could suggest that individuals who turn a blind eye to corruption are themselves responsible for allowing it to persist.

The third verse seems to touch on the idea of privilege and access to necessities, as the singer asserts that what may be perceived as luxuries for some are actually necessities for all. The line "they level out, the playing field - it's raw diplomacy" suggests that true equality requires removing the advantages that some individuals may have. The final verse emphasizes the importance of vision and the power struggles that can arise in the quest for justice. The line "compelling liberty - the breath of a hurricane" seems to indicate that the storm of change is necessary for true freedom.

Overall, the lyrics of "e.l.i.t.e." touch on themes of corruption, privilege, and the struggle for equality and justice. The hurricane metaphor suggests that change is inevitable and the struggle is ultimately worth it.

Line by Line Meaning

the breath of a hurricane
The impending danger and chaos that is about to come and is already here

it's the conspiracy on the emerald hills
A sketchy, secret plan that people in power are making in wealthy areas

the death rattle of a shadow company
The corrupt death of an organization that operates in secret

the silencer, the sleeper and a charnel house
Tools of deception and an establishment for the dead

for every luxury
For every privilege and perk

they've forgotten more names than i would like to recall
The people with power have committed so many wrongs that they are impossible to count

erect your wonder wall i will remain appalled
People should not build walls to avoid problems or hide from the world, but should face them bravely

the 'mouths to feed' are dry with novocaine
People in need are ignored and given a temporary fix to numb the pain

the pure gasp eats the rain
The desperation to survive takes over, even in the face of danger

it won't stand the breath of a hurricane
These corrupt and selfish actions will not survive in a time of trouble and chaos

this is how i got a taste, i got a place in this unremitting call
The artist has learned from experience and found their place in this never-ending struggle

not luxuries for some of us but necessities for all
The privileges of some should not be mistaken for the basic needs that everyone deserves

they level out, the playing field - it's raw diplomacy
To make things fair, people in power must come together to make changes, even if it's not easy

the sonic ride, the thunderbolt - tempest of equity
The powerful energy of equality and justice

and line up all, with attrition now
For everyone to come together, some must leave and be removed along the way

and stroll capitol lane
To walk through the center of power

the dual thrust of ambition won't... - won't stand the breath... of a hurricane
The selfish and dishonest actions of ambitious people will not survive in the storm of chaos and change

i've tasted - i've tasted - i've wasted - how i've embraced it
The artist has experienced and learned from their mistakes and choices

audacious brilliance - running that welfare mile
Bold and intelligent actions to help those in need

leaving that noble drop - and a stalwart missile
Leaving a positive impact with every action

it's all about vision - who shoots the biggest gun
It's about having a clear goal and taking action, not aggression or violence

who beats the loudest drum - who runs the longest run
It's about standing out and persisting through challenges

silent variety - debilitated brain
The many different voices of those oppressed are silenced and ignored by those in power

compelling liberty - the breath of a hurricane
Freedom and justice are powerful and unstoppable forces like a hurricane

the breath of a hurricane
The impending danger and chaos that is about to come and is already here

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