Its … Read Full Bio ↴Borghesia is a Slovenian band that had its heyday in the eighties.
Its members were/are Aldo I., Lado J., Borut K., Niklas S., Dario S. and Tom T.
The band/group was formed 1982 in Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia, by some students as a spin-off of the experimental theatre project "FV 112/15". They had their own place where they performed and arranged concerts. Among other things Borghesia organised Laibach's first public appearance.
Borghesia's image is antiauthoritarian and anti-nationalistic. However, they emphasise different forms of submission and coercion, not just political, but also sexual by nature. Being part of the militant gay scene of the 80's Borghesias visual image, for example on their record covers, is very explicitly homosexual and has sadomasochistic undertones.
Between 1987 and 1992 the group was signed by "Play it again Sam" alongside artists like Front 242 and similar EBM-groups.
If
Borghesia Lyrics
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You've got it
If you dont want it
You've got it too
Borghesia's song "If" seems to be discussing the idea of choice and how there are consequences no matter which option is chosen. The repetition of "If you want it, you've got it" and "If you don't want it, you've got it too" implies that either way, we end up with what we are given. The lyrics could also be interpreted as stating that our wants and desires do not necessarily determine our life outcomes. In fact, we may end up with things we did not want or anticipate.
The idea of determinism comes to mind as the song implies that life is predetermined, and the choice we make is just a way of getting us to the same outcome. The lyrics suggest that people can choose what they want, but ultimately, they will still end up at the same place. Hence, the importance of choice is insignificant.
Overall, the song's message appears to be quite profound, suggesting that life may not necessarily be influenced by our actions or choices. It emphasizes the idea of determinism, and our will might not have any impact on the final outcome. The lyrics also reassure us that regardless of the choices we make, we will end up with something in the end, whether we wanted it or not.
Line by Line Meaning
If you want it
In case you have a strong desire for it
You've got it
You will be able to obtain it
If you dont want it
In case you have no interest in it
You've got it too
Regardless of your interest, you will still possess it
Contributed by Matthew M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.