Forgotten
Abnegation Lyrics
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Destroyed by mankind
Innocent life, followed blind
False tradition, it kills this earth
As your rights take others away
Cries, as their cries are silenced
Life, it slips through your fingers
Rights, as they're stripped away
I'll knock you down
The lyrics of Abnegation's song "Forgotten" touch on the theme of society's disregard for the suffering of innocent beings. The opening line, "I'll watch you fall," sets the tone for the rest of the song, conveying a sense of ominousness and impending doom. The line "Destroyed by mankind" highlights humanity's tendency to engage in destructive behavior, while "Innocent life, followed blind" refers to the fact that often, animals and other living beings are victimized simply because it has become a societal norm to do so. The next line, "False tradition, it kills this earth," further emphasizes the idea that the practices that lead to the suffering of others have become so ingrained in our culture that they are often accepted without question, despite the negative impact they may have on the environment and other species. Finally, the line "As your rights take others away" speaks to the fact that often, the privileges and rights enjoyed by one group come at the expense of those who are less fortunate or vulnerable.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more explicit in their references to the suffering of animals. The lines "Cries, as their cries are silenced/Pain, their pain goes forgotten" speak to the fact that animals are often unable to communicate their suffering in a way that humans can understand, and as a result, their cries and pain are often ignored or dismissed. The line "Life, it slips through your fingers" can be interpreted as a commentary on our society's tendency to take life for granted, or to view non-human animals as disposable. Finally, the line "Rights, as they're stripped away" touches on the idea that animals have the right to live free from harm, but too often these rights are disregarded or trampled upon.
Overall, "Forgotten" is a haunting song that speaks to the often-overlooked suffering of innocent beings at the hands of human beings. The lyrics are powerful in their simplicity, conveying a sense of urgency and desperation that drives home the message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll watch you fall
With sadness, I'll see your demise caused by your own actions.
Destroyed by mankind
The world is ruined due to the destructive and selfish behavior of humanity.
Innocent life, followed blind
People blindly follow traditions and beliefs, causing harm to innocent lives.
False tradition, it kills this earth
Traditions that harm the environment lead to the destruction of the planet.
As your rights take others away
When you exercise your rights, you may be taking away the rights of others who are affected by your actions.
Cries, as their cries are silenced
Despite their cries for help, those suffering are often ignored, silenced, or dismissed.
Pain, they're pain goes forgotten
The pain and suffering of others is often overlooked and forgotten, leading to continued injustice and suffering.
Life, it slips through your fingers
Life is short and fleeting, and can quickly slip away, reminding us to cherish and value every moment.
Rights, as they're stripped away
When rights are taken away, people may feel powerless and vulnerable, facing injustice and oppression.
I'll knock you down
I'll stand up against those who are causing harm and work to bring justice and change.
Contributed by Declan T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lightningmonky 7
Not even vegan but they make the music I swear š
xdrezcorex
@Lightningmonky 7 cool, cool, ha
Lightningmonky 7
@xdrezcorex my bad I mean I myself am not vegan but recognize vegans make sick jams š¤£
xdrezcorex
what do you mean? they never were? but they were on militant records and Catalyst records? militant was a hardline label? i though catalyst had somewhat similar in ideology as well?