NEVER SAY DIE
Black Sabbath Lyrics
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Looking for the answers that they know inside
Searching for a reason, looking for a rhyme
Snow White's mirror said "partners in crime"
Don't they ever have to worry?
Don't you ever wonder why?
It's a part of me that tells you
Never, never, never say die again
Sunday's satisfaction, Monday's home and dry
Truth is on the doorstep, welcome in the lie
All dressed up in sorrow, got no place to go
Hold back, 'till it's ready, taking it slow
Don't they ever have to worry?
Don't you ever wonder why?
It's a part of me that tells you
Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
Never, never, never say die again
Don't you ever say die
Don't you ever say die
Never say die
Panic, silver lining, writing's on the wall
Children get together, you can save us all
Future's on the corner, throwing us a die
Slow down, turn around, everything's fine
There's no need to have a reason
There's no need to wonder why
It's a part of me that tells you
Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
Never, never, never say die again
The lyrics of "Never Say Die" by Black Sabbath seems to be a commentary on the state of the world and the human condition. The first stanza speaks of people who are lost and looking for answers, searching for a purpose or a justification for their actions. The line "Snow White's mirror said 'partners in crime'" suggests that we are all complicit in the world's problems and that we must acknowledge our role in them.
The second part of the song speaks of the days of the week, with Sunday being a day of satisfaction and Monday representing the mundane routine of everyday life. The line "Truth is on the doorstep, welcome in the lie" suggests that we often lie to ourselves and ignore the truth that is right in front of us. The character of the song is full of sorrow and melancholy, but is urged to hold back and take things slow until they are ready.
The final stanza of the song suggests that even though things may seem dire, there is always hope for the future. The line "Children get together, you can save us all" suggests that solutions to our problems can come from the next generation. The song ends with an optimistic refrain, urging the listener to never give up and to always keep going.
Line by Line Meaning
People going nowhere, taken for a ride
Individuals not sure of their purpose or destination, being manipulated by external forces
Looking for the answers that they know inside
Searching for a solution to their problems within themselves
Searching for a reason, looking for a rhyme
Seeking a purpose for their existence, trying to make sense of it all
Snow White's mirror said 'partners in crime'
Comparing oneself to a fairytale figure and acknowledging complicity in wrongdoing
Don't they ever have to worry?
Expressing disbelief at the apparent carefree nature of some people’s lives
Don't you ever wonder why?
Asking if the absence of worry in some people is natural or a result of ignorance
It's a part of me that tells you
Referring to an intrinsic sense of optimism or hope
Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
Encouraging the listener to never give up hope
Never, never, never say die again
Reinforcing the idea of maintaining perseverance and hope
Sunday's satisfaction, Monday's home and dry
The fleeting nature of happiness, and the mundanity of everyday routine
Truth is on the doorstep, welcome in the lie
Acknowledging the temptation to accept lies as truth, despite knowing better
All dressed up in sorrow, got no place to go
Feeling trapped and helpless even when appearing calm or put together
Hold back, 'till it's ready, taking it slow
Exercising patience and caution to ensure a positive outcome
Panic, silver lining, writing's on the wall
Feeling overwhelmed by circumstances, but still seeing the potential for a positive outcome
Children get together, you can save us all
Suggesting a need for cooperation and teamwork in overcoming challenges
Future's on the corner, throwing us a die
Uncertainty about the future events that could have a significant impact
Slow down, turn around, everything's fine
Reiterating the importance of being patient and taking the time to assess a situation
There's no need to have a reason
Implying that having a purpose or motive is not always necessary
There's no need to wonder why
Emphasizing the idea that it’s okay not to understand everything
Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
Encouraging the listener to keep hope alive
Never, never, never say die again
Reinforcing the idea of maintaining perseverance and hope
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ANTHONY IOMMI, JOHN OSBOURNE, TERENCE BUTLER, WILLIAM WARD
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