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Spartacus
Autons Lyrics
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If you were around today I'd follow you
You had them on the run, you had them scared
You had them on the run, you had them scared
You weren't afraid to dream of a better life
You weren't afraid to dream of a better life
You got away from there and those dreaded words
You got away from there and those dreaded words
Those about to die, we salute you!
Those about to die salute you!
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain, show them
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain, show them pain
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain, show them pain
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain
The lyrics to Autons's song Spartacus portray the admiration and respect for a leader who was unafraid to stand up for what he believed in, even in the face of danger and adversity. If this leader were alive today, the singer would follow them without hesitation. The leader in question had a remarkable ability to instill fear in their opponents, making them retreat and run. However, this leader was not just one who embraced violence and brutality to achieve their goals. They were also an individual who dreamed of a better life and had the courage to escape from a seemingly hopeless situation.
The final lines of the song, "Those about to die, we salute you!", are a direct reference to the ancient Roman gladiator's salute, used to honor the bravery and courage of those who were about to engage in a life-and-death struggle. The reference is fitting, as Spartacus himself was a gladiator, who led a rebellion against the Roman Republic in 73 BC, resulting in a series of bloody clashes that left thousands dead. In the song, the act of crucifying one of their enemies is portrayed as a message meant to show the opposition the extent of their power and to deter them from further challenging Spartacus's reign. Overall, the lyrics of "Spartacus" serve as a tribute to a historical figure who fought against oppression and who remains an enduring symbol of resistance.
Line by Line Meaning
If you were around today I'd follow you
If you were still alive today, I would follow your leadership and example.
You had them on the run, you had them scared
You were able to gain the upper hand and instill fear in your enemies.
You weren't afraid to dream of a better life
You weren't afraid to envision a world with a better future for all.
You got away from there and those dreaded words
You escaped from a life of oppression and the negative language that defined it.
Those about to die, we salute you!
We honor and respect those who are willing to die for their beliefs and ideals.
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain
You demonstrated your power and authority by inflicting pain on your enemies and those who opposed you.
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain, show them
You repeatedly emphasized and emphasized the pain that you inflicted to make an example out of your enemies.
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain, show them pain
You continued to emphasize the pain that you inflicted, using it as a tool for intimidation and control.
You crucified one of them, just to show them pain
Show them pain
You used violence and punishment to instill fear and discourage resistance against your rule.
Contributed by Elijah S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.