The band are still playing throughout Europe.
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Solidarity
Angelic Upstarts Lyrics
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And behind them every honest working men
In unity there's each other hand your friend becomes your brother
And in the tyrant's heart will be a lesson learned
Give them hope give them strength give them live
Like a candle burning in the black of night
We're all with you in our hearts and in our minds
The tyrant has no smile upon his face 'cause he knows that in his minds he's in
Disgrace
Remission of you will take his breath away
Until we come and we will have our day
Give them hope give them strength give them live
Like a candle burning in the black of night
We're all with you in our hearts and in our minds
And we'll pray for our nation through its darkest times
As the polish workers fight to make their stand
And behind them every honest working men
Join hand with your brother and then you can help each other
Watch the tyrant burn in the fire that he had built.
The song "Solidarity" by Angelic Upstarts speaks about the power and importance of unity in times of struggle. The lyrics start by acknowledging the Polish workers who are fighting for their rights and the support they receive from every honest working individual. Unity is emphasized as the key to success as it transforms strangers to brothers and friends, working towards a singular goal. The lyrics suggest that tyrants who have no regard for the working class will learn a lesson when they see the collective strength and determination of the people they oppress.
Further, the lyrics emphasize the importance of providing hope, strength, and love to those who are fighting the battle. The song implies that the actions and emotions of people from all around the world impact each other, and it becomes crucial to pray and support each other through tough times. The tyrant referred to in the song is aware of his wrongdoings and has a hidden guilt that makes him burn, and the people will have their day when they unite and fight against him. The song is an ode to the working class, their struggles, and the importance of staying united to fight a common enemy.
Overall, "Solidarity" is an empowering song that encourages listeners to believe in the power of collective action, support each other, and fight against injustice.
Line by Line Meaning
All the polish workers fight to make their stand
Polish workers are taking a stand for their rights
And behind them every honest working men
All honest people support the workers' fight
In unity there's each other hand your friend becomes your brother
When people unite, they become family and support each other
And in the tyrant's heart will be a lesson learned
The tyrant will learn a lesson from the workers' stand
Give them hope give them strength give them live
Encourage the workers and give them life and strength
Like a candle burning in the black of night
Workers are like a shining light in dark times
We're all with you in our hearts and in our minds
Everyone supports the workers, even if not physically there
And we'll pray for our nation through its darkest times
People will pray for the country to overcome difficult times
The tyrant has no smile upon his face 'cause he knows that in his minds he's in disgrace
The tyrant is unhappy as he feels ashamed in his own mind
Remission of you will take his breath away
The tyrant's sentence will leave him breathless
Until we come and we will have our day
The people will keep fighting until they achieve success
Join hand with your brother and then you can help each other
Uniting with others will help everyone involved
Watch the tyrant burn in the fire that he had built.
The tyrant will face the consequences of his actions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELTON JOHN, LEE HALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Yabad Abadou
All the Polish workers fight to make their stand
And behind them every honest working men
In unity there's each other
And your friend becomes your brother
And in the tyrant's heart will be a lesson learned
Give them hope, give them strength, give them life
Like a candle burning in the black of nights
We are with you in our hearts and in our minds
And we'll pray for our nation through its darkest times
The tyrant has no smile upon his face
'Cause he knows that in his mind he's in disgrace
Remission of you will take his breath away
Until we come and we will have our day
Give them hope, give them strength, give them life
Like a candle burning in the black of nights
We are with you in our hearts and in our minds
And we'll pray for our nation through its darkest times
As the Polish workers fight to make their stand
And behind them every honest working men
Join hands with your brother
And then you can help each other
Watch the tyrant burn in the fire that he had built
Give them hope, give them strength, give them life
Like a candle burning in the black of nights
We are with you in our hearts and in our minds
And we'll pray for our nation through its darkest times
Give them hope, give them strength, give them life
Like a candle burning in the black of nights
We are with you in our hearts and in our minds
And we'll pray for our nation through its darkest times
R.I.P. Mensi, we are with you in our hearts, in our minds.
Ula
Kiedy polscy pracownicy walczą o swoje prawa
a za nimi każdy uczciwy, pracujący człowiek
W jedności jest wzajemność, a twój znajomy staje się twoim bratem
a serce tyrana ma swoją lekcje
Daj im nadzieję, daj im siłę, daj im życie
Jak świeca płonąca w ciemności nocy
Wszyscy jesteśmy z wami naszymi sercami i umysłami
I będziemy się modlić o nasz naród w jego najciemniejszych czasach
Tyran nie ma uśmiechu na twarzy
ponieważ wie, że wśród ludzi jest skompromitowany
odpuszczenie tobie odbierze mu oddech
dopóki nie nadejdziemy i nie będziemy mieć swojego dnia
Daj im nadzieję, daj im siłę, daj im życie
Jak świeca płonąca w ciemności nocy
Wszyscy jesteśmy z wami naszymi sercami i umysłami
I będziemy się modlić o nasz naród w jego najciemniejszych czasach
Kiedy polscy pracownicy walczą o swoje prawa
a za nimi każdy uczciwy, pracujący człowiek
Podaj rękę swoim braciom by pomóc sobie wzajemnie
patrz jak tyranie płoną w ogniu, który stworzyli
Dinos Mp
Rest in Power! A true working class hero and a huge inspiration for many generations.
Solidarity forever - Long live the working class
David
RIP...... one of the best Folk singers I knew.
Thanks for fighting for those that needed someone to stand up for them.....
BeerNecessities727
RIP Mensi. Probably my favorite band. He helped make my journey toward being an Angelic Upstart possible.
svenagustina berlin
That‘s so fucking sad. One of the first punk-bands I ever heard. He and his songs had so much influence on me….R.I.P.
Rakel Cs
RIP
wullie G
he mentioned joe strummer critic of his songs,he wrote a song on advice,TITS UP,strummer,shut up,,,,,,last seen in glexca and so gratefull for this song.
sdd78
Shed a few tears this morning. Mensi was one of the voices of my generation. Rest in power Mensi your music will never be forgotten
Bella Ciao
Mate I sobbed
sdd78
@Bella Ciao
Last saw them at rebellion festival in 2016, they were still brilliant brought back many happy memories of my younger days
oɹǝɥıʇuɐ
Damn.. 😢