Tear It Down
Cris Hodges Lyrics


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See my reflections in the water
Lit with a shaded hue
Lead that bull to the slaughter
Yea If he only knew

Don't that role feel so good?
Just own it
A good step above the cut
A cold kill to move your luck
And I bet it's fun, I don't doubt it

But If I see you steal more to build your crown

I'll just have to tear it down
I'll just have to tear it down
I'll just have to tear it all down
I'll just have to tear it down

See these infections taking longer
To heal that surface wound
Leave that scrap for the pauper
Give the gold to the royal blue

Don't that role feel so good?
Just own it
A good step above the cut
A cold kill to move your luck
And I bet it's fun, I don't doubt it

But If I see you steal more to build your crown

I'll just have to tear it down
I'll just have to tear it down
I'll just have to tear it all down
I'll just have to tear it down





Tear it brick by brick

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Cris Hodges's song "Tear It Down" convey a message about the consequences of dishonesty and manipulation. The opening lines, "See my reflections in the water, Lit with a shaded hue, Lead that bull to the slaughter, Yea if he only knew," suggest a sense of self-awareness and deception. The singer sees their own reflections distorted in the water, symbolizing a false image they project to others. They take advantage of someone unknowingly, leading them to their downfall.


The lyrics continue with a sense of admiration and temptation for the deceptive role the singer plays. They mention how good it feels to be in control and excel above others, but also allude to the darkness and harm caused by these actions. The lines "But if I see you steal more to build your crown, I'll just have to tear it down" reveal that the singer has limits and a moral boundary. They will not stand idly by and allow further deceit to occur. Instead, they will destroy the facade and expose the truth.


In the later part of the lyrics, the singer portrays a contrast between infections that take longer to heal and surface wounds that can be easily ignored. This suggests that the consequences of dishonesty are prolonged and damaging, emphasizing the importance of integrity. The mention of leaving scraps for the pauper and giving gold to the royal blue implies a criticism of the unequal distribution of wealth and power.


Overall, "Tear It Down" serves as a reminder of the consequences of deceit, the value of honesty, and the importance of dismantling false facades.


Line by Line Meaning

See my reflections in the water
I observe and contemplate upon my own presence and actions, like the image reflected in water.


Lit with a shaded hue
The reflection carries a subtle tint, symbolizing the complex emotions associated with self-reflection.


Lead that bull to the slaughter
Manipulate and guide the unaware and unsuspecting individual towards their downfall.


Yea If he only knew
If only that person had awareness or understanding of the impending consequences.


Don't that role feel so good?
Doesn't it bring satisfaction to assume a particular position or character in society?


Just own it
Embrace and take full responsibility for that role.


A good step above the cut
Exceeding expectations and surpassing the norms or standards.


A cold kill to move your luck
A calculated act to improve one's fortune, regardless of the emotions or well-being of others.


And I bet it's fun, I don't doubt it
It is highly likely that engaging in such behavior brings pleasure and enjoyment without any hesitation.


But If I see you steal more to build your crown
However, if I witness you continuously taking from others to strengthen your own position or status,


I'll just have to tear it down
I will be compelled to dismantle and destroy the foundation of what you have built.


See these infections taking longer
These negative influences and corrupt practices are persisting for an extended period of time.


To heal that surface wound
Attempting to address or fix the superficial damage caused by these infections.


Leave that scrap for the pauper
Abandon the insignificant remains for those who possess little wealth or power.


Give the gold to the royal blue
Allocate the valuable resources to those who possess superior status or importance.


Tear it brick by brick
Slowly and methodically deconstruct and dismantle the structure or foundation piece by piece.




Lyrics Β© O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: CHRISTOPHER HODGES, TREVOR ANDREW VESNESKI

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Thiago

Que som maravilhoso! πŸ‡§πŸ‡·β€οΈπŸ’ͺ🏾

Cris Hodges

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LINK HERO OF HYRULE

very good song I really liked both the song and the video since they are very epic

Natalya Gromova

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Cris Hodges

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Nicole Pajer

Love this! Fun video too.

Cris Hodges

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AlvarΓΈ ALM

Elegante 10/10

Cris Hodges

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