Saigon
10. Lyrics
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My heart and soul lie broken, separated by the pain
Out in the fields, scenes of rage and anger
Guide these fists of steel
It seems reality has died behind this genocide
One by one, even now they come like
They've always done
Wakes with a scream, for now it's
Showtime, armed and ready
Goodnight Saigon
Stagefright, heart beating heavy
Goodnight Saigon
The bullets fly, one inside a chamber
Somewhere bears my name
The needle lies to keep the things I can't explain away
The senseless kill, now the main attraction
On a shameless bill
The only sanctuary is death, it's all that left from me now
So I stare into deep despair and it's always there
This is a time bomb, this is no obscene,
I can't believe that now it's
Showtime, armed and ready
Goodnight Saigon
Stagefright, heart beating heavy
Goodnight Saigon
Showtime, armed and ready
Goodnight Saigon
Stagefright, heart beating heavy
Goodnight Saigon
"Saigon" is a song by British rock band 10cc, released in 1985. The song is a reflection on the Vietnam War and its impact on those involved, particularly the soldiers who fought in it. The lyrics describe the horrors of war and the emotional toll it takes on those who experience it. The opening lines paint a picture of the quiet before the storm, as the lyrics "motors break the silence of another day" suggest the approach of helicopters or other military vehicles. The next lines reveal the aftermath of war, as the singer's "heart and soul lie broken" and he is left to deal with the pain and trauma of conflict.
The verses then shift to images of soldiers in combat, with "scenes of rage and anger" and "fists of steel" suggesting the brutality and violence of war. The lyrics "reality has died behind this genocide" underscore the idea that war destroys not only human life but also the fabric of society and the norms that govern it. The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "Goodnight Saigon," dramatizes the finality of war, as the soldiers confront the possibility of death on a daily basis.
Overall, "Saigon" is a powerful commentary on the tragedy of war and its long-lasting effects on those who experience it. The lyrics are a reminder of the human cost of conflict and the importance of peace and compassion in a world that too often values aggression and violence.
Line by Line Meaning
I rest and pray, motors break the silence of another day
As I take a moment to rest and pray, the sound of motors outside interrupts the silence of the morning, signaling the start of another day.
My heart and soul lie broken, separated by the pain
I am shattered with pain and my heart and soul are divided, unable to come together.
Out in the fields, scenes of rage and anger
The fields are filled with scenes of fury and wrath.
Guide these fists of steel
Help me use my strong fists to take control.
It seems reality has died behind this genocide
The reality of the situation has faded away in the midst of the mass killing.
One by one, even now they come like they've always done
The attackers come one by one, persisting as they always have.
Counting the rotors, when ever dream wakes with a scream, for now it's
I keep track of the number of helicopters hovering above, as my nightmares pull me into consciousness with a scream.
Showtime, armed and ready, Goodnight Saigon
It's time to face the impending danger and say goodbye to Saigon.
Stagefright, heart beating heavy, Goodnight Saigon
Fear grips me as my heart races, and I say farewell to Saigon.
The bullets fly, one inside a chamber, somewhere bears my name
The bullets fly unpredictably, but I feel that one of them is meant for me.
The needle lies to keep the things I can't explain away
I deceive myself by using drugs to block any emotions that I can't comprehend.
The senseless kill, now the main attraction, on a shameless bill
The act of killing has become a spectacle, advertised without shame to gain attention.
The only sanctuary is death, it's all that left from me now
Death is the only place where I can find peace and safety, as it's my only remaining option.
So I stare into deep despair and it's always there
I'm constantly staring into deep despair, as it looms over me constantly.
This is a time bomb, this is no obscene, I can't believe that now it's
This is a ticking time bomb that was never a secret, and it's hard to believe that this is the reality I now face.
Showtime, armed and ready, Goodnight Saigon
It's time to step up and face the danger head-on, once again saying goodbye to Saigon.
Stagefright, heart beating heavy, Goodnight Saigon
Although I'm terrified and my heart races, it's time for me to bid farewell to Saigon once again.
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@dr.wanpharmd2389
It looks like this horrific Vietnamese traffic will take me some time to become acclimated to.
@emmaemma9406
Honestly I have looked at a couple of your videos before and not watched an entire video. However these walking videos are fantastic. I’ve watched heaps of your videos now. 👍
@nguyetthipham
Nice to see you start video just next to side alley to our house. My wife got back from HCMC to UK a week ago. Keep up the good work on walking videos. Keeps us feeling connected to family.
@vwitty5189
Your SLOW MODE way of Capturing Raw Scenes in the Vietnam country is very nice to Admire then we can Learn Something butter also.
@vwitty5189
Ok thanks for your encouragement.
@yairbishay
Hi and thank you for your video. Which district from your experience is dangerous and not worth walking around?
@maryannesneddon1024
Hey it would be great if you got a chance to go to Can Thanh - Can Gio it’s a great seafood place to visit for a day trip. Takes about an hour 40 to get there by public bus or river boat. Let me know if you ever go.
@deenasandwedge571
Love your walking videos.
@TonyBlundetto86
I am going the 13th of August, I decided it like 3 weeks ago and since then I've been just eating vietnam content like a 5-a-day veggies. I've already have booked everything for the 16 days I'll be there and staying in district 3 in HCMC because I watched another video saying that it's the best place to stay if you love food and a nice neighborhood.
@troyheinrich2314
Loving your video's bro!
I'm planning a trip to Saigon next year. Would love to meet up and buy you a beer! Cheers from Australia.