Justice
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Dropped us off into this foreign land
Stole everything that we built
Stripped us naked not left with even a quilt
And everyday it's always the same
What is a Rose by any other name
If they're not wrong then
I'm scared to know what's right
It wasn't a fair fight
They'd kill us all if
It made them another buck
But when we fall they say
Oh well, that's just bad luck
Try to divide
With their lies
Try to tear us all a part
But we'll survive
Yes we'll thrive
And we knew this from the start
We are the Chosen Ones
Not the Broken Ones
We are legion
We are a team
Robbed us and left us for dead
Fed us lies, planted their facts in our head
Manipulated our fear
Made us afraid
Turned us against
Our own peers
And everytime they find someone else to blame
What is a Klansman by any other name
They traded in their white
Hoods for suits and ties
But they can't fool us
We know who they are inside
Divide and conquer it's
Always been their plan
But not this time cause
We're here to make a stand
Try to divide
With their lies
Try to tear us all a part
But we'll survive
Yes we'll thrive
And we knew this from the start
We are the Chosen Ones
Not the Broken Ones
We are legion
We are a team
Try to divide
With their lies
Try to tear us all a part
But we'll survive
Yes we'll thrive
And we knew this from the start
We are the Chosen Ones
Not the Broken Ones
We are legion
We are a team
We are a team
These lyrics are a powerful statement about injustice and the resilience of the oppressed. The first verse begins with a description of how the powerful have taken advantage of the weaker ones, burying their heads in the sand and abandoning them in a foreign land. The oppressors have stolen everything the oppressed have built, leaving them with nothing, not even a quilt. This daily cycle of unfairness raises questions about the meaning of justice and the perception of right and wrong.
The chorus emphasizes the fear and frustration of the oppressed. If those in power are not in the wrong, then what is right? The victors claim their superiority, but the fight was never fair. The oppressors would go as far as killing everyone if it meant making more profit, yet when the oppressed fall, they dismiss it as mere bad luck. Despite these divisions and lies, the chorus affirms that the oppressed will survive and thrive. They have always known this deep down.
The second verse delves deeper into the manipulation tactics used by the powerful. They have robbed and left the oppressed for dead, feeding them lies and instilling fear to sow further division. They have turned the oppressed against each other and made them afraid of their own peers. The verse also draws a parallel between the oppressors and the Klansmen, highlighting how they have traded their white hoods for suits and ties. However, the oppressed are not fooled – they can see through the facade and know the true nature of those in power.
The chorus repeats the message of resilience and determination. The oppressors continue to try and divide the oppressed with their lies, but the verses make it clear that the oppressed will not be torn apart. They will survive and thrive, standing united against the injustices they face. The final repetition of "We are a team" reinforces the idea that they are united in their struggle and will overcome together.
Overall, these lyrics demonstrate a defiance against inequality and a call to resist division and manipulation. The song recognizes the challenges and injustices faced by the oppressed but also celebrates their strength and unity. Ultimately, it serves as a rallying cry for justice and solidarity.
Line by Line Meaning
Buried our heads in the sand
Ignored the problems and pretended they didn't exist
Dropped us off into this foreign land
Left us in an unfamiliar and challenging situation
Stole everything that we built
Took away all that we worked hard for
Stripped us naked not left with even a quilt
Left us with nothing, not even basic necessities
And everyday it's always the same
Every day feels repetitive and unchanging
What is a Rose by any other name
The name doesn't change the true nature or essence of something
If they're not wrong then
If they're not mistaken or incorrect
I'm scared to know what's right
I fear understanding the truth
If they're the victors then
If they're the ones who win
It wasn't a fair fight
The competition or conflict was not just or balanced
They'd kill us all if
They would cause harm or death to all of us if
It made them another buck
It would bring them more money or profit
But when we fall they say
But when we fail or suffer
Oh well, that's just bad luck
They dismiss it as mere unfortunate chance
Try to divide
Attempt to create divisions
With their lies
By spreading falsehoods
Try to tear us all a part
Try to separate and break us apart
But we'll survive
But we will endure
Yes we'll thrive
Yes, we will flourish
And we knew this from the start
And we understood this right from the beginning
We are the Chosen Ones
We are the selected or favored ones
Not the Broken Ones
Not the shattered or damaged ones
We are legion
We are a large, united group
We are a team
We work together and support each other
Robbed us and left us for dead
Stole from us and abandoned us to perish
Fed us lies, planted their facts in our head
Deceived us with false information and manipulated our beliefs
Manipulated our fear
Exploited our anxieties and concerns
Made us afraid
Instilled fear within us
Turned us against
Made us oppose or betray
Our own peers
Our fellow individuals or colleagues
And everytime they find someone else to blame
And every time they discover someone else to hold responsible
What is a Klansman by any other name
Referring to the Ku Klux Klan, a hate group, regardless of what they call themselves
They traded in their white
They replaced their white robes
Hoods for suits and ties
With formal attire
But they can't fool us
But they cannot deceive or trick us
We know who they are inside
We understand their true motives or nature
Divide and conquer it's
The strategy of creating divisions to gain control
Always been their plan
Has always been their intention
But not this time cause
But this time because
We're here to make a stand
We are here to take a firm position and resist
We are a team
We work together and support each other
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Will Brotherson
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