Sam: “It’s like Boiler by Limp Bizkit, that riff. Thematically, I think we’re in a pretty dark time in the world right now, and this is just trying to address that. There is a tendency in people to not want to acknowledge the dark spot we’re in – people seem to care more about what Kim Kardashian had for breakfast than they do about climate change.”
Downfall
Architects Lyrics
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I want to be there to witness the downfall
They'll only sell us out when our backs are turned
And we'll keep paying the price until our lesson is learnt
So cast your votes
Watch them shed their skin
Every snake has its price
So cast your votes, watch them shed their skin
We are paralysed
But there are none so blind as those who will not see
What's it going to take to get us to stand up?
'Cause you can see it in their eyes, they don't give a fuck
About what matters to us
Another faceless figure, an empty silhouette
They'll line their pockets and leave us six feet deep in debt
So cast your votes, watch them shed their skin
Always out for blood, praying on the weak
We can count on them to paint the future bleak
But we're still standing by whilst they bleed us dry
We are paralysed
But there are none so blind as those who will not see
What's it going to take to get us to stand up?
'Cause you can see it in their eyes, they don't give a fuck
About what matters to us
So enough is enough
What's it going to take to get us to stand up?
'Cause you can see it in their eyes, they don't give a fuck
Right and wrong it's all the same to me
Thick as thieves as far as I can see
They are leeches all (they are leeches all)
Right and wrong it's all the same to me
Thick as thieves as far as I can see (I can see)
They are leeches all but we're still standing by whilst they bleed us dry
They want all for one and none for all
I want to be there to witness the downfall
We are paralysed
They want all for one and none for all
I want to be there to witness the downfall
The lyrics to Architects' song "Downfall" express a sense of frustration and disillusionment with the political system and those in power. The first line, "They want all for one and none for all," suggests that those in power are only concerned with their own interests and not the needs of the people they serve. The singer expresses a desire to witness their downfall, perhaps indicating his belief that they are corrupt and unfit for leadership.
The second stanza describes the tendency of politicians to make promises they do not intend to keep and to exploit their constituents for personal gain. The phrase "cast your votes, watch them shed their skin" suggests that these politicians are inherently deceptive and will do whatever it takes to remain in power. The line "every snake has its price" reinforces this idea, suggesting that even those who appear to be trustworthy can be bought and sold.
The chorus repeats the idea that we are paralyzed and unable to effect change because we are blind to the truth. The final lines of the song, "They want all for one and none for all / I want to be there to witness the downfall" suggest a longing for justice and a desire to see those in power held accountable for their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
They want all for one and none for all
They are selfish and only care about their own interests, not the common good.
I want to be there to witness the downfall
I want to see them fail and get what they deserve for their greed and corruption.
They'll only sell us out when our backs are turned
They will betray us behind our backs for personal gain.
And we'll keep paying the price until our lesson is learnt
We will suffer the consequences until we learn from our mistakes and stop letting them take advantage of us.
So cast your votes
Exercise your right to vote.
Watch them shed their skin
Observe their deceitful and manipulative tactics.
Every snake has its price
Everyone has a weakness that can be exploited for personal gain, even those in power.
If the money's on the table they don't think twice
If there is money to be made, they will act on it without hesitation.
We are paralysed
We are unable to take action and respond to their corruption.
But there are none so blind as those who will not see
Those who refuse to see the truth are the most ignorant of all.
What's it going to take to get us to stand up?
What needs to happen for us to take action against their corruption?
'Cause you can see it in their eyes, they don't give a fuck
They clearly do not care about our well-being or interests.
About what matters to us
The things that are important to us are not their top priority.
Another faceless figure, an empty silhouette
They are not accountable for their actions and are essentially anonymous figures with no real substance or values.
They'll line their pockets and leave us six feet deep in debt
They will enrich themselves at our expense, leaving us in financial desperation.
Always out for blood, praying on the weak
They prey on vulnerable groups and do not show compassion or mercy.
We can count on them to paint the future bleak
Their actions and policies will result in a dismal and hopeless future for us.
But we're still standing by whilst they bleed us dry
We are still complacent and not taking adequate action as they drain us of our resources and well-being.
So enough is enough
We have reached our limit and will no longer tolerate their corruption.
Right and wrong it's all the same to me
They have no moral compass and are indifferent to what is right or wrong.
Thick as thieves as far as I can see
They are closely aligned and work together to achieve their selfish goals.
They are leeches all (they are leeches all)
They are parasitic and drain us of our resources and well-being.
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Written by: ALEX DEAN, SAM CARTER, TOM SEARLE, DAN SEARLE
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@danvocals123
I love how positive architects fans are
@matromandinho123
Sam is one of the most talented core- singer ever.
@KeepTheGates
matromandinho123 really? I guess talented is subjective, but I'm still surprised you think so
@incrdble9704
At least because he knows how to scream right, and he is the one of the few who can save realistic emotions in songs
@sangeethrajhopper4130
He can do mid, low and high screams and sync screams and clean singing
@axelnova123
@@KeepTheGates I love it when people don't elaborate on their opinions, they just throw them around without any arguments or reasons whatsoever. If you think he's not talented then at least you could go on and say why, otherwise you just come off as a hater.
@KeepTheGates
@@axelnova123 I love when people type out essays while putting words in my mouth because you want to feel better about your fragile ego. I literally didn't say he wasn't talented. I can throw my opinion around without any argument, reason, or explanation. I didn't even make a claim other than "talented is subjective" and if I have to elaborate on that for you to wrap your brain around it, you aren't worth the time it's taken me to write this comment.
@MartinDPdrums
I feel like this song is the final stage before the release of the album.
My body is ready.
@shalevhen5478
+Martin Du Preez i am not sure i am ready!
@JonasC91
+Martin Du Preez Can you truly be ready though?