To build on the momentum, Benjamin began uploading new songs to his YouTube channel at a rapid clip and eventually earned a viral hit with “I Built a Friend” and a deal with Atlantic Records.
Benjamin connects to listeners by incorporating using his life struggles to tell stories and give meaning to his songs. You can see this in “Let Me Down Slowly,” “Paper Crown,” “I Built a Friend,” “Death of a Hero,” and “If We Have Each Other.”
Benjamin released his first studio album mixtape, Narrated for You on November 16, 2018, and released his first studio album, These Two Windows on May 29, 2020
Alamo
Alec Benjamin Lyrics
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'Cause my teachers and the media are ghouls in disguise
Abusing their authority to proselytize
But nothing they report to me could change my mind
I need a vacation from the way things have been
Because I'm growing impatient, yeah, it's boiling my skin
Had enough manipulation, can you just let me live? Mm
Live my life
I'm not gonna give in, if I have to fight
Then I'm willing to give my life, rather die
Than lay down on my back, got no white flag to throw
This is my Alamo, this, this is my Alamo
Please give me a reason to give up on myself
You can tell me that it's treason, this is stand and rebel
I won't pledge you my allegiance, I'll just bid you farewell, mm
And goodbye
I'm not gonna give in, if I have to fight
Then I'm willing to give my life, rather die
Than lay down on my back, got no white flag to throw
This is my Alamo, this, this is my Alamo
I know that on the surface it might seem like I'm just fine
But I can't eat, I barely sleep, sometimes I wanna run and hide
Feel like I'm dying in this cage, my soul is trapped, I feel confined
And I just wish they'd let me out so I could finally live my life
I know that on the surface it might seem like I'm just fine
But I can't eat, I barely sleep, sometimes I wanna run and hide
Feel like I'm dying in this cage, my soul is trapped, I feel confined
And I just wish they'd let me out so I could finally live my life
I'm not gonna give in, if I have to fight
Then I'm willing to give my life, rather die
Than lay down on my back, got no white flag to throw
I'm not gonna give in, if I have to fight
Then I'm willing to give my life, rather die
Than lay down on my back, got no white flag to throw
This is my Alamo, this, this is my Alamo
The song "Alamo" by Alec Benjamin is a strong statement of rebellion and standing up for oneself in the face of societal pressure. He asks for a reason to believe the lies perpetuated by the media and his teachers who abuse their authority to proselytize, but in the end, he decides to take a stand and go against the grain. He is tired of being manipulated and wants to live his life on his terms, breaking free from the cage he feels trapped in. The Alamo serves as a metaphor for his struggle, as it represents the idea of fighting fiercely despite insurmountable odds and not surrendering.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of internal struggle and external appearances. Alec acknowledges that on the surface, he might seem fine, but deep down, he is struggling to find a way to escape his confined life. He is willing to fight for his freedom, even if it means giving up his life, rather than surrendering and laying down his flags. The recurring line "I'm not gonna give in, if I have to fight, then I'm willing to give my life, rather die than lay down on my back, got no white flag to throw" re-emphasizes his relentless determination.
Overall, "Alamo" is a message of defiance and self-empowerment. It encourages listeners to take a stand for themselves, break free from societal oppression, and fight for their right to live their life on their own terms.
Line by Line Meaning
Please give me a reason to believe all the lies
I need a justification to trust the misinformation I hear because I believe that society's authoritative figures, like my teachers and the media, are merely masked purveyors of fear and manipulation.
'Cause my teachers and the media are ghouls in disguise
I perceive my educators and the news outlets as disguised monsters who use their titles and roles to indoctrinate and control through fear-based tactics.
Abusing their authority to proselytize
They manipulate their power to convert me to their beliefs.
But nothing they report to me could change my mind
The overwhelming amount of misinformation I receive cannot convince me to succumb to their lies.
I need a vacation from the way things have been
I crave an escape from the oppressive and manipulative nature of society.
Because I'm growing impatient, yeah, it's boiling my skin
The constant bombardment of misinformation and fear is causing me to grow intolerant and frustrated, which is having a physical toll on me.
Had enough manipulation, can you just let me live? Mm
I'm tired of being controlled, and I just want to live my life free from societal manipulation.
I'm not gonna give in, if I have to fight
I won't succumb to societal control regardless of the obstacle.
Then I'm willing to give my life, rather die
I'm willing to die for my freedom.
Than lay down on my back, got no white flag to throw
I won't surrender or concede defeat.
This is my Alamo, this, this is my Alamo
This fight for my freedom from societal manipulation is my personal Alamo.
Please give me a reason to give up on myself
I ask you to provide me with a purpose to abandon my mission of personal liberation.
You can tell me that it's treason, this is stand and rebel
You can accuse me of being a traitor, but I'm standing my ground in my fight for personal freedom and rebellion against oppressive societal control.
I won't pledge you my allegiance, I'll just bid you farewell, mm
I refuse to pledge allegiance to societal manipulation and instead choose to bid farewell to those who try to control me.
And goodbye
I'm severing ties with those who oppose my fight for personal liberation.
I know that on the surface it might seem like I'm just fine
Although I might appear to be unaffected on the surface, the psychological and emotional toll of societal manipulation is taking a severe toll on me.
But I can't eat, I barely sleep, sometimes I wanna run and hide
The pervasive and oppressive nature of societal manipulation is causing me physical and emotional distress.
Feel like I'm dying in this cage, my soul is trapped, I feel confined
I feel imprisoned by the manipulative nature of society, and it's causing me to lose touch with my spirit and soul.
And I just wish they'd let me out so I could finally live my life
I yearn for the freedom to live my life unencumbered by societal manipulation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alec Shane Benjamin, David Biral, Denzel Baptiste, Nathan Fertig, Nolan Lambroza, Russell Chell, Scott Harris
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Sonja
in case u need lyrics like this here it is
[Verse 1]
Please give me a reason to believe all the lies
'Cause my teachers and the media are ghouls in disguise
Abusing their authority to proselytize
But nothing they report to me could change my mind
I need a vacation from the way things have been
Because I'm growing impatient, yeah, it's boiling my skin
Had enough manipulation, can you just let me live?
Mmm, live my life
[Chorus]
I'm not gonna give in
If I have to fight, then I'm willing to give my life
Rather die than lay down on my back
Got no white flag to throw
This is my Alamo, this, this is my Alamo
[Verse 2]
Please give me a reason to give up on myself
You can tell me that it's treason, this is stand and rebel
I won't pledge you my allegiance, I'll just bid you farewell
Mmm, and goodbye
[Chorus]
I'm not gonna give in
If I have to fight, then I'm willing to give my life
Rather die than lay down on my back
Got no white flag to throw
This is my Alamo, this, this is my Alamo
[Bridge]
I know that on the surface
It might seem like I'm just fine
But I can’t eat, I barely sleep
Sometimes, I wanna run and hide
Feel like I'm dying in this cage
My soul is trapped, I feel confined
And I just wish they’d let me out
So I could finally live my life
I know that on the surface
It might seem like I'm just fine
But I can’t eat, I barely sleep
Sometimes, I wanna run and hide
Feel like I'm dying in this cage
My soul is trapped, I feel confined
And I just wish they’d let me out
So I could finally live my life
[Chorus]
I'm not gonna give in
If I have to fight, then I'm willing to give my life
Rather die than lay down on my back
Got no white flag to throw
I'm not gonna give in
If I have to fight, then I'm willing to give my life
Rather die than lay down on my back
Got no white flag to throw
This is my Alamo, this, this is my Alamo
Good Vibes
"GOT NO WHITE FLAG TO THROW"
This really gives me positive energy to keep moving and never stop whatever happens 🌚🌚🌚❤️❤️✌️✌️
Edit :sorry if my English wasn't perfect,I'm from Egypt 🙃🙃
leyla keyne
why can i just imagine alec walking around filming all this on his phone?
Eric Bervid
What if that's exactly what's done
TheRealEpicTiger
I actually saw him and asked for his autograph lol
💖/Oldest__Of__4\💖
THAT WAS EXACTLY WHAT I PICTURED LMFAO
Darwho.
Plot twist its actually and hdlr camera
Savage Jensen
He probably did
REBENN
His production is so minimalistic which really compliments with his unique voice, just grabs attention! I wish I could make song with him!
As a songwriter to another, much support!
Brooklyn
BIG words
Kingdom Chelle
H2SKJ Shy sometimes when I write I get discouraged too but then I think. Alec wouldn’t do that♥️ and I start writing again. He keeps me motivated🥰
Kingdom Chelle
Alex omg thank you 😊