I Have a Dream
7SECONDS Lyrics
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The color of our skin we must ignore.
Do you feel the pain or see the hurt,
Or do you let it pass right by instead?
[Chorus]
This fighting, dividing, y'know we'll only lose
This fighting, dividing, y'know we'll only lose
How come we can stand for such a crime,
Racial hate, a real sign of the times.
We've gotta raise our voice, begin the fight
And equal world held high is in our sight.
[Chorus]
Is this prejudice a way of life, tell me!
Do you wanna be just like your friends, pressure!
Is it 'cause you just jumped by someone, is it?
You're condemning those who choose to live, unfair!
The lyrics of 7SECONDS's song "I Have A Dream" addresses racism and the pain inflicted by it. The opening lines suggest that the singer can no longer tolerate the hatred around him. The second line indicates that the color of our skin should not even be a factor in our interactions with others. The following lines ask the listener if they feel the pain or see the harm caused by racism, or ignore it altogether. The phrase "Do you feel the pain or see the hurt" evokes a sense of empathy and compassion for those who are affected by racism.
The chorus emphasizes the point that fighting and dividing, rather than coming together, will only result in losing the battle against racism. The lyrics urge listeners to raise their voices and start the fight for equality. The final lines of the chorus reiterate that fighting and dividing will only lead to a loss.
The second verse poses several questions to the listeners. It asks if racial prejudice should be a way of life, or if we want to be just like our friends who might have a racist mindset. The phrase "pressure" implies that some may be forced into adopting prejudices because of their peers. The verse also suggests that those who have experienced prejudice might behave similarly, condemning those who wish to live without hate.
Overall, the song's message is one of advocating for equality and the elimination of racism. It highlights the need to acknowledge and fight against the pain and harm inflicted by racial prejudice.
Line by Line Meaning
Hatred I can't stand it anymore.
The intense feeling of hate is becoming unbearable for me.
The color of our skin we must ignore.
We should not discriminate against someone based on their skin color.
Do you feel the pain or see the hurt,
Do you empathize and understand the pain and suffering caused by discrimination?
Or do you let it pass right by instead?
Or do you ignore it and let it continue?
This fighting, dividing, y'know we'll only lose
Engaging in divisive arguments and fights will only lead to loss.
This fighting, dividing, y'know we'll only lose
Engaging in divisive arguments and fights will only lead to loss.
How come we can stand for such a crime,
Why are we tolerating such discrimination?
Racial hate, a real sign of the times.
Racism is a reflection of the current societal state.
We've gotta raise our voice, begin the fight
We must speak up and initiate the battle against discrimination.
And equal world held high is in our sight.
A world where everyone is treated equally is achievable.
Is this prejudice a way of life, tell me!
Is discrimination a part of our everyday lives?
Do you wanna be just like your friends, pressure!
Are you discriminating because of peer pressure?
Is it 'cause you just jumped by someone, is it?
Are you discriminating against someone because others have done the same to you?
You're condemning those who choose to live, unfair!
You are unjustly criticizing and blaming those who choose to live their lives based on their beliefs and values.
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