The band broke up in 2023 following sexual assault allegations against Sane and their social media accounts being deleted. Various sources close to the band state that the breakup was made exclusively by Sane, with the other band members being unaware of the allegations until after.
1 Trillion Dollar$
Anti-Flag Lyrics
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One trillion dollars could buy most anything
One trillion dollars buying bullets, buying guns
One trillion dollars in the hands of killers, thugs
Woah-oh-oh woah-oh woah-oh-oh-oh
Fuck the world a lot of people gotta die tonight
Woah-oh-oh woah-oh woah-oh
Kill 'em all
One trillion dollars in Africa, Iraq
One trillion dollars and it’s never coming back
One trillion dollars could buy some bad ass drugs
One trillion dollars makes me wanna kill myself
Woah-oh-oh woah-oh woah-oh-oh-oh
Fuck the world a lot of people gotta die tonight
Woah-oh-oh woah-oh woah-oh
Fuck the world, yeah, yeah
Kill 'em all
Until the sun burns from the sky
Until the sun burns so bright this world is no more
Sun burns from the sky...
And all the people are just dust on the ground
One trillion dollars could buy a heart, a soul
One trillion dollars buying nations ... all the world
One trillion dollars could make the fat ladies sing
One trillion dollars, what a bullshit useless thing
Woah-oh-oh woah-oh woah-oh-oh-oh
Fuck the world a lot of people gotta die tonight
Woah-oh-oh woah-oh woah-oh-oh-oh
Fuck the world a lot of people gotta die tonight
Woah-oh-oh woah-oh woah-oh-oh-oh
Shit loads of money spent will show us wrong from right
Fuck the world
Kill 'em all.
The lyrics to Anti-Flag's "1 Trillion Dollar$" are a direct criticism of the impact of military spending on the world. The song's opening lines, "One trillion dollars could buy a lot of bling, One trillion dollars could buy most anything," set up a contrast between the frivolous things that money could buy and the serious issues that the world faces. Anti-Flag then goes on to describe the ways in which military spending contributes to the world's problems, such as buying guns and bullets for killers and thugs.
The chorus, with its refrain of "fuck the world a lot of people gotta die tonight," expresses the band's frustration with the military-industrial complex that they see as promoting conflict and violence rather than working towards peace. The song continues to describe the various ways in which money is wasted on military spending rather than being used to address real problems around the world.
Overall, the lyrics of "1 Trillion Dollar$" are a scathing critique of the military-industrial complex and the ways in which it contributes to the world's problems. The song urges listeners to think critically about the impact of military spending and to work towards a world that prioritizes peace and justice.
Line by Line Meaning
One trillion dollars could buy a lot of bling
One trillion dollars is an immense sum that can buy a multitude of luxurious items.
One trillion dollars could buy most anything
Such an enormous amount of money is sufficient to purchase nearly anything in the world.
One trillion dollars buying bullets, buying guns
One trillion dollars can finance buying weapons, such as bullets and guns.
One trillion dollars in the hands of killers, thugs
If one trillion dollars fell into the hands of ruthless individuals, it could be potentially dangerous.
One trillion dollars in Africa, Iraq
This money could be potentially injected into the wrong countries.
One trillion dollars and it’s never coming back
Such an enormous sum would have dire consequences if it was lost or squandered.
One trillion dollars could buy some bad ass drugs
With a trillion dollars, it's possible to buy illegal and dangerous drugs.
One trillion dollars makes me wanna kill myself
The thought of such an enormous amount of money being spent unwisely and destructively can be exhausting.
One trillion dollars could buy a heart, a soul
With that amount of money, it's possible to purchase a wide range of items, even things that aren't for sale.
One trillion dollars buying nations ... all the world
Such a sum could change political scenarios, alter international relations and even rival nations.
One trillion dollars could make the fat ladies sing
A trillion dollars can move mountains, but more often than not, it's just a waste of money.
One trillion dollars, what a bullshit useless thing
The excessive amount of money being spent unwisely is pointless and a waste of effort.
Shit loads of money spent will show us wrong from right
The countless sum spent on reckless activities illustrates how misdirection can be disadvantageous in the long run.
Fuck the world a lot of people gotta die tonight
The phrase emphasises that the world is not a fair place, and people often die for no reason.
Kill 'em all
The phrase is a brutal reminder of how easily conflict can engulf the innocent.
Until the sun burns from the sky
The phrase highlights the grim reality of how long it will take to solve the problems caused by such recklessness.
And all the people are just dust on the ground
The imagery serves as a reminder of how fleeting human life truly is.
Fuck the world, yeah, yeah
The phrase illustrates how helpless the world is when faced with danger.
Contributed by Sadie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@millertas
Had the pleasure to meet Anti-Flag back in 2005 as part of my now late son'r wish from that fantastic organisation "Make A Wish". They are true patriots of their country. They care for its people and its reputation.
@exteminus4150
millertas As soon as I read this comment I recognized your channel name and remembered who your son was. Fat Wrecked was a legend back in the day. I'm sure you know that his legacy lives on in the hearts of nerds such as myself everywhere.
@MrCaptainInternet
+Exteminus Yeah he was a legend...I found out about a lot of good bands through his videos; my favorite being Less than Jake - rest of my life, something really personal for me.
@ImTheHulk66
Still think about Ash this many years later. Was a good friend and a big part of my life growing up. Wish you all the best.
@inhumANthropoid
Your son was a great kid that
his wish was to meet Anti-Flag
@chiccodivers
"If you don't fight to make this better then you're the one betraying this country" -Red White and Brainwashed
@anytimeradio
It's 2020 and this song aged very well.
@devoidMelody
It's 2 trillion now :)
@sportsmemes_1
Yeah! Soon it will be 3 trillion dollars
@svetlanaahnna3103
gg