It's What You Will
Chuck Ragan Lyrics
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We will never be what you want the world to be. You'll never have a glimpse of what true love can see. Mind the world is dying, it isn't yours to kill. Look around, it's what you will
Yeah, we are the blue, so strong and confused. Tracking down dusty roads finding what we lose. Dancing with the causalities; spirits of the wars, shedding a few tears for the beggars and the whores
We will never be what you want the world to be. You'll never have a glimpse of what true love can see. Mind the world is dying, it isn't yours to kill. Look around, it's what you will
We will never be what you want the world to be. You'll never have a glimpse of what true love can see. Mind the world is dying, it isn't yours to kill. Look around, it's what you will. Look around, it's what you will
Chuck Ragan's song "It's What You Will" is a commentary on society's tendency to turn a blind eye to the issues that plague it. The first verse speaks to the common people who are often ignored and even considered disgraceful by those in positions of power. The line "Lock up your scapegoats, shut out the lights" suggests that the powers that be try to hide their faults and place blame on others. The use of the word "secrets" highlights the idea that there is something hidden behind the scenes that people are not aware of. The second verse emphasizes a disconnect between what the world is and what it should be. The theme of love is touched upon, with the lyrics suggesting that true love is not understood by those who are in control. The line "Mind the world is dying, it isn't yours to kill" points out that those in power are responsible for maintaining the world, but they are not doing so effectively. The refrain emphasizes the idea that the state of the world is a reflection of people's own choices and actions.
In the third verse, the lyrics describe a group of people who are searching for something they have lost, and willing to confront the aftermath of war, as well as the plight of the disadvantaged. The line "Maybe there's a mutiny rising with the sun" suggests a rebellion is on the horizon, but it's unclear what form it will take. The final refrain is repeated one last time, with the added word "look". This emphasizes the importance of taking a closer look at the state of the world and acknowledging that it's what people collectively allow it to be.
Line by Line Meaning
We are the common not fifth and disgrace.
We are ordinary people, not inferior or shameful.
You were no better if you saw it that way.
If you see us as inferior, you are no better than us.
Lock up your scapegoats, shut out the lights. Lock up your secrets, give your skeletons the keys
Hide your faults and weaknesses, but don't let them control you.
We will never be what you want the world to be. You'll never have a glimpse of what true love can see. Mind the world is dying, it isn't yours to kill. Look around, it's what you will
We won't fit into your expectations of the world. You can't comprehend the depth of true love. The world is dying, but it's not within your power to destroy it. Observe the world around you, for it is a reflection of your inner self.
Yeah, we are the blue, so strong and confused. Tracking down dusty roads finding what we lose. Dancing with the causalities; spirits of the wars, shedding a few tears for the beggars and the whores
We are melancholic but resilient. We seek to reclaim all that we've lost. We acknowledge and mourn the victims of war and poverty.
Maybe there's a mutiny rising with the sun. Come shed some light on the damage that was done. Maybe it's an army all sleeping for your old, resting from a hard day of army and the cold
Perhaps there's a rebellion brewing among the oppressed. Help bring to light the injustices that have been committed. Maybe it's a group of tired soldiers taking a break from their duties.
Look around, it's what you will
What you see is a reflection of your own perception and actions.
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We are the common not fifth and disgrace. You were no better if you saw it that way. Lock up your scapegoats, shut out the lights. Lock up your secrets, give your skeletons the keys.
We will never be what you want the world to be. You'll never have a glimpse of what true love can see. Mind the world is dying, it isn't yours to kill. Look around, it's what you will.
Yeah, we are the blue, so strong and confused. Tracking down dusty roads finding what we lose. Dancing with the causalities; spirits of the wars, shedding a few tears for the beggars and the whores.
We will never be what you want the world to be. You'll never have a glimpse of what true love can see. Mind the world is dying, it isn't yours to kill. Look around, it's what you will.
Maybe there's a mutiny rising with the sun. Come shed some light on the damage that was done. Maybe it's an army all sleeping for your old, resting from a hard day of army and the cold.
We will never be what you want the world to be. You'll never have a glimpse of what true love can see. Mind the world is dying, it isn't yours to kill. Look around, it's what you will. Look around, it's what you will.
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