Like many political punk bands, A Global Threat is known and loved for the aggression of their music and ideals, and are well respected in the underground punk community.
Friendly Fire
A Global Threat Lyrics
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The middle class will act with tact, see you there
Fly first class on your way to torture for your belief
Or Cuba Gone Wild will film you bare
We stand in a homeland so fearful
We stand in a homeland so fearful
We stand in a homeland so fearful
Shame on anyone not proud their state was red
Belly's yellow when Islam is after you
But I'm serious that you need one to the head
If you thought it would change 'cause your ballot's blue
Fuck you
We stand in a homeland so lethal
We stand in a homeland so lethal
With god on our side, we stand in a homeland so spiteful
With some master plan, we stand in the homeland so faithful
The song, "Friendly Fire" by A Global Threat, seems to be a social and political commentary about the corrupt and violent nature of the American government. The lyrics appear to be addressing the promotion of democracy through force, as well as the fear-mongering tactics used to control the population. The use of phrases like "fly first class on your way to torture" and "Cuba Gone Wild will film you bare" suggests the government's willingness to go to extreme measures to enforce its agenda.
The chorus, "We stand in a homeland so fearful," highlights the fear and paranoia that has become pervasive in American society. The verse, "Shame on anyone not proud their state was red / Belly's yellow when Islam is after you" seems to criticize the blind loyalty to the Republican party and the inherent Islamophobia present in American culture. The line, "With god on our side, we stand in a homeland so spiteful / With some master plan, we stand in the homeland so faithful," suggests that the government justifies its actions with religion and has a hidden agenda.
Overall, the song seems to be a scathing indictment of the American government and its actions, calling for a revolutionary change.
Line by Line Meaning
Spread by force at any cost, this great democracy
Our government is using military power to spread democracy, regardless of the consequences.
The middle class will act with tact, see you there
The middle class will behave politely, but that doesn't mean we support what's happening.
Fly first class on your way to torture for your belief
If you have a different opinion, be ready for the consequences.
Or Cuba Gone Wild will film you bare
Your humiliation will be broadcasted and celebrated.
We stand in a homeland so fearful
Fear has become the norm in our country.
Shame on anyone not proud their state was red
If you don't support the Republican Party, you should be ashamed.
Belly's yellow when Islam is after you
People become scared and cowardly when they perceive a threat from Muslims.
But I'm serious that you need one to the head
I'm not joking that violent force may be necessary to change our current political situation.
If you thought it would change 'cause your ballot's blue
Voting Democrat won't make a real difference in the state of our country.
Fuck you
A crude expression of disdain for those who oppose our views.
We stand in a homeland so lethal
Our country is a dangerous place.
With god on our side, we stand in a homeland so spiteful
Some people use religion to justify their hateful behavior.
With some master plan, we stand in the homeland so faithful
Many people blindly follow a political ideology, even if it doesn't benefit them.
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