These Colours Don't Run
Conflict Lyrics

The factories still churning out
Despite everything, the factories continue to operate and produce goods.

Of that there's not a single doubt
There is no doubt that the factories are still functioning.

There's more snide shit from their flea pits
The factories are responsible for generating more low-quality products.

They couldn't give a fucking shit.
The owners of the factories show a complete lack of care or concern.

It's true, overdue, and plain to see
The situation is undeniably true, long overdue, and evident to everyone.

They say, we're standing firmly in the rain
People claim that we are stuck in an undesirable situation.

Simply waiting for it to stop they said
According to them, we should just wait for the situation to improve on its own.

That we should build new umbrellas because we're
Instead, we should create new solutions to protect ourselves from the difficulties.

Stuck in our own rut.
Currently trapped in a monotonous and unproductive routine.

I say, blow away the rain clouds
I propose that we eliminate the obstacles preventing progress.

For the new horizon is crystal clear
There is a clear and promising future ahead of us.

It's took sometime, but we're on the right track
Although it has taken time, we are finally headed in the right direction.

Now where do we go from here?
Now that we have made progress, what are the next steps to take?

Sick and tored of worthless statements
We are exhausted and fed up with hearing empty and meaningless words.

Pissed off with the same old songs
We are frustrated with hearing repetitive and unoriginal messages.

You stuff your moral rule book
You try to impose your own set of moral guidelines on us.

Of what's allowed, what's right and wrong
Dictating what actions and beliefs are acceptable and unacceptable.

Oh yeah, there's those who only criticise yet offer
There are individuals who only criticize without providing any constructive solutions.

Nothing new solutions? Ideas? No, just raked up shit
They offer nothing fresh or innovative, just recycled and useless ideas.

What a clever thing to do
Ironically commenting on the lack of intelligence in their approach.

We must strive on for what we know is right
We must continue to fight for what we believe is morally correct.

We know all too well there's no end in sight
We are fully aware that this struggle will not come to an end anytime soon.

But human nature is still on our side as the politicians
Despite the challenges, we have the support of human nature while politicians...

Fall into landslide we're out on the street,
Experience a downfall, while we are actively protesting on the streets.

Feeling the beat of the heart's in anger at the upper crust
Embodying the anger and frustration of the marginalized against the privileged elite.

Elite who don't hear us scream or beg for a halt or
The elite ignore our pleas and refuse to acknowledge our demands.

Their society aborts
Their society rejects and disregards our struggles and aspirations.

1981 President Reagan and the pope face assassins' bullets
In 1981, both President Reagan and the pope narrowly escape assassination attempts.

And escape with their lives.
They manage to survive the attacks.

But in Cairo Sadat dies in a hail of automatic fire
Contrasting with the survival of Reagan and the pope, Sadat is killed in a violent attack.

From brixton to Belfast riots rage and fires burn.
Violent riots and fires occur in both Brixton and Belfast.

The royal wedding of Pronce Charles is celebrated.
The joyful royal wedding of Prince Charles is widely recognized and appreciated.

In America the skies roar as Columbia the first space Shuttle blasts off
In America, the atmosphere is filled with excitement as the first space shuttle, Columbia, takes off.

But as winter descends so does the chilling news of martial law in Poland.
The arrival of winter brings an equally chilling development: the declaration of martial law in Poland.

1982 Argentina invades Falklands, Speilberg captures Our imaginations, unemployment rises above three million
In 1982, Argentina invades the Falklands, Spielberg's work captivates our minds, and unemployment reaches an alarming level.

Adn with threat of cruise missiles twenty Thousand women go to war to safe guard peace.
Amid the threat of cruise missiles, twenty thousand women mobilize to protect and preserve peace.

Britain gets it's fourth T.V. station, Princess Diana gives us a royal heir.
Britain welcomes its fourth television station, and Princess Diana gives birth to a future royal heir.

The I.R.A. bring horror to Hyde Park, Breshnev dies in Russia and Irael invades Lebanon.
The IRA perpetrates a horrific attack in Hyde Park, Breshnev passes away in Russia, and Israel invades Lebanon.

1983 As protesters get into their stride at Greenham
In 1983, protesters gain momentum in their movement at Greenham.

Ronald Reagan promises to make Star Wars a frightening reality
Ronald Reagan pledges to transform the concept of Star Wars into a terrifying reality.

Back on earth the Soviets admit to shooting down a Korean airliner
On a different note, the Soviets confess to shooting down a Korean airliner.

Maggie Thatcher triumphs again and America's first Woman astronaut is in space;
Maggie Thatcher achieves another triumph, while America's first female astronaut embarks on a space journey.

For Grenada its an American invasion.
Grenada experiences an invasion, which is orchestrated by the United States.

1984 after twelve weeks the striking miners still
In 1984, despite the passing of twelve weeks, the striking miners continue their protest.

Battle on and in Brighton the P.M. and cabinet narrowly
The battle persists, and in Brighton, the Prime Minister and cabinet narrowly...

Escape death as an I.R.A. bomb rips through the Grand Hotel.
...escape death when an IRA bomb detonates at the Grand Hotel.

Yvonne Thatcher is gunned down and her murderer
Yvonne Thatcher is fatally shot, and her killer...

Flies away a free man.
...manages to escape without facing any consequences.

Rajiv Gandhi fights dave his country after the
Rajiv Gandhi struggles to uphold his country's interests after the...

Assassination of his mother.
...assassination of his mother.

Millions face starvation in Ethiopia.
A vast number of people in Ethiopia confront the harsh reality of starvation.

1985 Mikhail Gorbachev is Soviet leader, while shouts
In 1985, Mikhail Gorbachev assumes the role of Soviet leader, while...

Of 'scab' greet miners.
...miners are met with derogatory shouts of 'scab'.

Unions vote to end the national strike.
Unions make the decision to bring the national strike to a close.

The rainbow warrior of Greenpeace is damaged in
The iconic Rainbow Warrior vessel of Greenpeace suffers damage during...

New Zealand by two bombs.
...an attack in New Zealand involving two explosive devices.

Live aid rocks the world for the hungry,
The Live Aid concert captivates the world's attention and raises funds for those facing hunger.

A policeman is hacked to death in London,
Tragically, a police officer is brutally murdered in London.

Reagan in Geneva said the world is now a safe place.
During Reagan's visit to Geneva, he boldly claims that the world is now a safer place.

1986 Space shuttle explodes on take off, Swedish P.M. is
In 1986, a space shuttle explodes during launch, resulting in tragedy. Meanwhile...

Shot dead in the street, the pickets cash in wapping,
...the Swedish Prime Minister is assassinated, and picketers exploit the situation in Wapping.

Reagan bombs Libya (keep your head down), Russian
Reagan orders a military strike on Libya, with a warning for individuals to protect themselves. Meanwhile...

Nuclear reactor is ablaze.
...a nuclear reactor faces a dangerous fire.

1987 Beirut gun man attack U.N., Argentinian president
In 1987, gunmen in Beirut launch an assault on the United Nations. Simultaneously...

Ends arms revolt, Gorbachev makes new offer on arms
...the Argentinian president concludes an arms uprising, while Gorbachev proposes new arms-related negotiations.

Cuts, Iraqi exocet blasts U.S. frigate,
...cuts in arms are proposed by Gorbachev, but an Iraqi exocet missile strikes a US warship.

Thatcher is elected for a third term.
Thatcher secures her third term as the elected leader of the UK.

In Britain 'spycatcher' is banned,
In Britain, the publication 'Spycatcher' is prohibited.

But anyone can buy it in America.
Interestingly, the book can still be purchased in America despite the ban.

A storm hits the stock market on black monday.
A significant market crash occurs on what would be known as 'Black Monday.'

1988 S.A.S. gun man gun down I.R.A. unit in Gibraltar,
In 1988, SAS gunmen in Gibraltar shoot down an IRA unit. Meanwhile...

Mitterand returns as French president. U.S. war ships
...Mitterand is reelected as the president of France. Concurrently, US warships...

Shoot down an Iranian airliner,
...shoot down an Iranian airliner.

Bush is elected as U.S. president.
Bush wins the US presidential election.

Thatcher speaks for Polish freedom.
Thatcher advocates for the freedom of Poland.

Britain is shocked by two disasters in nine days and
Within a span of nine days, Britain experiences two shocking disasters. Additionally...

Edwina resigns over a storm in an egg cup.
...Edwina resigns from her position due to a minor controversy.

1989 Berlin wall is torn down,
In 1989, the Berlin Wall is demolished, symbolizing a major political shift.

Freedom sweeps the East. In China a light of hope in
The Eastern countries embrace freedom. In China, a flicker of hope emerges...

Tiannamen square is extinguished.
...but that hope is brutally extinguished in Tiananmen Square.

In Romania people fight against the dictator Ceauces-see you
In Romania, the people rise up against the oppressive dictator Ceaucescu...

And with his death they win.
...and ultimately succeed in overthrowing him with his death.

For once it seems a hope and good can prevail.
At last, it appears that hope and goodness can emerge victorious.

1990 Saddam Hussein invades Kuwait, U.N. troops leave
In 1990, Saddam Hussein's forces invade Kuwait, leading to the withdrawal of UN troops...

To face the unknown horrors of modern warfare.
...who must now confront the unpredictable horrors of modern warfare.

Mandela is freed, the Soviet pulls out of Czechoslavakia
Mandela is released from imprisonment, and the Soviets withdraw from Czechoslovakia.

And Maggie Thatcher resigns.
In addition, Maggie Thatcher steps down from her position.

1991 The waiting is over, the Gulf explodes, never
In 1991, the long-awaited moment arrives, and the Gulf crisis escalates dramatically.

Has such a powerful force been unleashed against one
A tremendous force is unleashed, targeted at a single nation.

Nation. The bombardment against Iraq is relentless,
The intense and continuous bombardment against Iraq continues...

The end comes quickly, as the victorious survivors
...until the conflict swiftly comes to an end, and those who survive...

Celebrate, for some the battle against grief is just
...celebrate their triumph. However, for others, the struggle against sorrow has only just begun.

Beginning, yellow ribbons are everywhere, with the
Yellow ribbons, symbolizing support and hope, can be seen everywhere...

Release of John McCarthy, It seems at last the world is changing for the better.
...as John McCarthy is released from captivity. It finally appears that the world is undergoing a positive transformation.

The plights of those in misery
The hardships faced by those in a state of suffering

A dead necked vision, product of subsidence.
A stagnant and unchanging perspective resulting from the collapse of social and economic stability.

Fucked up, and held in screaming silence
Caught up in a chaotic and oppressive environment, silenced while screaming for change.

Another police force investigation
Yet another investigation into the actions of the police force.

Blatant lies, false fucked suggestions
Evident and deliberate lies, misleading and inappropriate suggestions.

Is it all down to communications?
Can all the problems be attributed to poor communication?

Or does the grass need cutting?
Could the issue be with the system itself, in need of significant reform?

Has it changed direction?
Has society taken a different path or shifted its values?

The chants that only serve to divide
The repetitive slogans that only serve to further separate and create division

The police link with the revenue, the royalties slide
The connection between the police and financial gain, as well as a decline in creative and artistic value.

Now as poor old joy gardener bites the dust
As the tragic death of Joy Gardner occurs,

Why should I give a flying fuck?
Why should I care or show any concern?

But the lefties scream outside the courts
Nevertheless, individuals on the left side of the political spectrum protest outside the courts.

Looking to lay the blame, it's no one's fault
Attempting to assign blame, denying that anyone is truly responsible.

They show sincerity, oh how much they care
They outwardly display sincerity and claim to care deeply.

Yeah, in their sick, twisted cause, in their affairs
However, their cause is warped and twisted, only benefiting their own personal interests.

A black boy has just missed his bus
A young black boy has faced an incident where he was unable to catch his bus.

A racist attack? Or blood thirsty lust?
Was it an act of racism or simply an act driven by violent and aggressive desires?

Again the left jump on the back of this week's attack
Once again, individuals on the left side of the political spectrum capitalize on the recent attack...

And force feed socialist shit militant crap.
...and propagate socialist propaganda and militant ideologies.

They blatantly try and whip up violence.
They openly and unashamedly attempt to incite violence.

Why don't they keep their arseholes shut?
Why don't they keep their mouths shut and stop spreading harmful ideologies?

And keep in silent.
And remain silent.

Another black person has died, that is true
It is undeniably true that another black individual has lost their life.

But are you surprised? I ain't, because I already knew
But should this come as a shock? It certainly doesn't to me, as I already anticipated it.

By promoting political deaths they could not give a fucking toss
By perpetuating political violence, they display complete indifference and lack of care.

Sexism reigns in mans green wordl
Sexism continues to dominate in a world that is predominantly male-driven.

The A.L.F. proves yet again that they won't be told
The Animal Liberation Front once again demonstrates their refusal to listen to others.

That what they do (or don't) is totally wrong
That their actions, or lack thereof, are entirely morally incorrect.

So fuck off you insane cunts, it still remains...
So, go away, you deranged individuals. Nonetheless, the truth remains...

Our song!
The song we sing and the message we convey!

Detention centres for the relentless
Detention centers constructed to imprison those who persistently fight against the system.

Approves schools for the fools
The government authorizes schools designed to indoctrinate and control the population.

Abolish the jury, punish the fury
Eliminate the jury system and suppress the expression of anger and discontent.

But it's our power that you fuel
However, it is our strength and determination that you inadvertently empower.

So is it basically blatantly obvious
Therefore, is it not completely and obviously clear

And in fact fucking common sense
And, in reality, just plain and simple common sense

That when people are forced to live in shit
That when individuals are compelled to endure terrible conditions

Under your conditions, crime will undoubtedly spread
As a direct result of the circumstances you create, crime will inevitably proliferate.

You may be watching every move we make
You may be observing our every action

You even convince yourself that you're clever
You delude yourself into believing that you are intelligent and cunning

But I'm looking back right into your eyes, so
Nevertheless, I am calmly staring directly into your eyes, therefore

Don't you ever, never ever, think that I might trip or
Never, under any circumstances, presume that I might stumble or...

Slip right down your stairs
...fall right into your trap.

Into your cells, where unaware, you can beat
...into your prisons, where, unbeknownst to you, you can physically harm...

And fuck me senseless, while the world spins
...and sexually assault me without any repercussions, while the world continues to turn.

Around relentless
In an unceasing and relentless manner.

You may have people on your side that I
You may have individuals who support you and who I

Consider the lowest form of life
...consider the lowest form of existence

But don't you think of what you call respect
However, your definition of respect does not even cross our minds

Even enters into our minds aspect
As something that is remotely relevant or significant.

For I'm sick of respect, how bout our causes instead?
I am utterly tired of being concerned with respect; why not focus on our missions and goals instead?

What made the maddeened go to extreme lengths
What circumstances provoked individuals to go to such extreme measures

Who simply couldn't take it
Because they could no longer endure

Who knew they wouldn't make it
Who were fully aware that their efforts would not succeed

Being ground down fine, by those who haven't got the time
Being systematically oppressed and destroyed by individuals who lack empathy or compassion

For they shall punish those who sin
These oppressors intend to punish those who dare to deviate from their prescribed rules

Toss the peasants live into the bin
Casually discard the lives of the ordinary people like worthless garbage

Of those who won't beg for their pittance
Of those who refuse to grovel for the meager scraps they are offered

And that still remains our fucking difference
And that is, undeniably, the fundamental disparity between us

Who will not beg to their Jesus, god
Who will not plead or supplicate to the deities believed in or worshiped

Christ I've had enough of that
Damn it! I have grown tired of hearing about that

Christ I've had enough of this!
Damn it! I have had more than enough of this!