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1. After the Fall is a rock band from Sydney, New South Wales and formed in 2000. From the Central Coast of New South Wales, the band members are Ben Windsor (vocals), Andrew Atkins, Matthew Gore (bass) and Mark Warner (guitar). Popular songs include “Mirror Mirror” and “The Fighter”. The band have played at festivals such as Homebake, The Falls, Splendour in the Grass and Livid. They currently have four albums to date.

2. After the Fall (CT) - Progressive rock band from Connecticut formed in the 1980's. The band released a few albums exclusively on cassette which were re-issued on CD as a compilation titled Before... in the late 90's. They released three more albums In a Safe Place (1998), The Living Drum (2001) and kNOwleDGE in 2005 before going on hiatus. After the Fall regrouped in 2011 after being invited to perform at the inaugural year of the OhioProg progressive rock festival to be held in 2012.

3. After the Fall (NY) - Melodic Hardcore from Albany, NY since 2000. 2 full lengths recorded at Bill Stevenson’s studio THE BLASTING ROOM (descendents, rise against, less than jake) and also a few 7 inches and EP’s. After the Fall recently released FORT ORANGE on cd/lp and are currently on tour in support. COLLAR CITY is a new 3 song 7” released Jan 5 2010 on MIGHTIER THAN SWORD RECORDS.
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4. After the Fall (NE) - Alternative Rock Band from Omaha, NE officially since 2005. Recorded two full lengths: “We Invented A World” and “You Don’t Have to Sleep To Dream” recorded at Enamel studios and mastered by Alan Douches (Mastodon, A Day to remember) due to release Early 2010. Main Influences include The Used, Madina Lake, Anberlin, Taking back Sunday among many others.

5. After the Fall (IL) - Pop Punk/Emo band from Dixon, IL who released the album, Rumor Has It in 2004. The album includes the songs Ex-Girlfriend, Rooftops, and Missing Teeth on the Bathroom Floor. The band disbanded shortly after the release and most members now can be found in the band Kirkland.

6. After the Fall is also a melodic hardcore / post hardcore band from Corpus Christi, TX. They released an album, "Texas Roulette" in 2002.

Hey Mister
After the Fall Lyrics

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Come together one and all, and hear what they've got to say. They're here to save your soul, and come to save the day. The soapbox is open, as long as you've got the cash. A quick speech, photo op, take the money man.

Hey mister who's to blame, you've got no reason, got no shame, your black suit fits you nice, but you'll get no where til you name your price.

They'll tell you what you want to hear, they'll make your problems disappear, now they've got you feeling fine. But they won't understand, unless you speak they're native tongue, money's the language where they come from.

Hey mister who's to blame, you've got no reason, got no shame, your black suit fits you nice, but you'll get no where til you name your price.

Sign. Sign. Sign on the dotted line.

Hey mister who's to blame, you've got no reason, got no shame, your black suit fits you nice, but you'll get no where til you name your price.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Hey Mister" by After the Fall reveal the theme of corruption in modern political systems. The song describes a scenario wherein a group of people who claim to be "saving" humanity try to influence their listeners for money. The lyrics state that the listeners will be deceived into believing that their problems will disappear once they've heard the right things, and that those who speak to them only understand money as a language. The song is quite overt in its message and acts as a critique of the current state of many political systems, which often prioritize personal gain over the welfare of the people they serve.

The chorus of the song is particularly powerful in its depiction of the corrupt individual. The person in the suit is presented as having no reason or shame, only an obsession with money. They are depicted as not being able to progress further unless they name their price, thereby engaging in a transaction which benefits them rather than the other party involved. The repetition of the chorus reminds the listeners that this kind of person is pervasive in modern society and encourages them to question everything they hear.

Overall, "Hey Mister" is a call to action for people to be more aware of the people that they are elevating to power. It is a song that encourages a move towards authenticity and honesty in all aspects of life, but particularly in political systems. It encourages followers to critically examine the messages they receive and question whether or not the singer is genuinely invested in their wellbeing or simply out to make a profit.

Line by Line Meaning

Come together one and all, and hear what they've got to say.
Gather around and listen to what these people have to say.

They're here to save your soul, and come to save the day.
They claim to be here to help you and make everything better.

The soapbox is open, as long as you've got the cash.
They will listen to you as long as you give them money.

A quick speech, photo op, take the money man.
They will give you a brief talk and take a photo with you, but only if you pay them.

They'll tell you what you want to hear, they'll make your problems disappear, now they've got you feeling fine.
They will say whatever you want to hear and make it seem like they've dealt with your problems, making you feel better.

But they won't understand, unless you speak they're native tongue, money's the language where they come from.
They will only understand you if you speak in terms of money - this is their preferred language.

Hey mister who's to blame, you've got no reason, got no shame, your black suit fits you nice, but you'll get no where til you name your price.
Person in the black suit, you have no justification for your actions and are not ashamed. Your suit may look good, but you won't achieve anything unless you disclose your price.

Sign. Sign. Sign on the dotted line.
Go ahead and sign the agreement they offer you without giving it a second thought.

Hey mister who's to blame, you've got no reason, got no shame, your black suit fits you nice, but you'll get no where til you name your price.
Person in the black suit, you cannot explain or justify your actions and are not ashamed. Your outfit may look good, but you won't succeed unless you disclose your price.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANDREW JAY J ATKINS, BENJAMIN WHITNEY WINDSOR, CHRISTOPHER MARC BUTCHERINE, MARK EDWARD WARNER, MATTHEW PETER GORE

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