Standing on the Corner
DFYANT Lyrics
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Found that I'm lost
Had to relearn what I was taught
Taxes are stolen
Freedom is bought
Anything's possible
But at what cost
Politicians lie
Not the voters
Corporate frauds
They keep up divided
When really they're not
They're actually united
Just stirring the pot
About to set fire to the white house
White house
Standing on the corner with the lights out
Lights out
It's about to go down
Try to runaway
Runaway runaway
Whose the cause of all this stress
They're the cause of all this mess
They've got us looking right and left
Let's make sure they run out of breath
About to set fire to the white house
White house
Standing on the corner with the lights out
Lights out
It's about to go down
Try to runaway
Runaway runaway
Better unite before it's too late
Rise up and fight or end up in a grave
Or be well behaved as a slave in a cage
Listen to what they say while locked to a minimum wage
About to set fire to the white house
White house
Standing on the corner with the lights out
Lights out
It's about to go down
Try to runaway
Runaway runaway
The war's on the poor
We're sore that's for sure
The mass is ignored
The master's abhorred
Stacking money galore
We're doing all their chores
While they're reaping the rewards
Listening to your prophets is nonsense
While they're staring at their profits
They've got no conscience
They're con men
We're just pawns to them
Leaders should be honest
Women and men
About to set fire to the white house
White house
Standing on the corner with the lights out
Lights out
It's about to go down
Try to runaway
The first verse of the song explores themes of self-discovery and disillusionment. The lyrics "Now that I'm found, Found that I'm lost" suggest that the singer has recently come to a realization or awakening about their place in the world. They have had to relearn what they were taught, indicating that they have had to unlearn certain beliefs or ideas that were ingrained in them. The lines "Taxes are stolen, Freedom is bought" allude to a corrupt system where the government takes advantage of its citizens through taxation while true freedom comes at a cost. The lyrics highlight the potential for anything to be possible, but question the consequences and cost that may come with it.
The second verse delves into the theme of political deception and manipulation. The lyrics point out that politicians lie and suggest that they are controlled by corporate interests rather than the people who vote for them. The line "They keep us divided when really they're not" implies that politicians intentionally create division among the people to distract from their own unity and shared goals. The phrase "Just stirring the pot" suggests that they deliberately provoke conflicts to maintain power and control. The lyrics "About to set fire to the white house, Standing on the corner with the lights out" indicate a desire for radical change and rebellion against the established political structure.
The third verse addresses the need for unity and resistance. The lyrics call for people to unite before it's too late and to rise up and fight against oppression. The lines "Whose the cause of all this stress, They're the cause of all this mess" express frustration and blame towards those in power who are responsible for the societal problems. The reference to being "locked to a minimum wage" highlights economic inequality and the struggle faced by the working class. The lyrics suggest that blindly following leaders and accepting the status quo is akin to being a slave in a cage, advocating for critical thinking and resistance against the powers that be.
The fourth and final verse emphasizes the exploitation of the poor and the disregard for the masses by those in power. The lyrics claim that the wealthy elite amass wealth while the majority of the population suffers and is ignored. The lines "Listening to your prophets is nonsense, While they're staring at their profits" suggest that following and trusting those in authority blindly is futile, as their motives are driven by personal gain rather than the well-being of the people. The lyrics imply a desire for honest and genuine leadership, advocating for both men and women to take on positions of power. The repeated phrase "About to set fire to the white house, Standing on the corner with the lights out" emphasizes the urgency and determination to bring about radical change and challenge the existing system. The lyrics encourage people to resist and try to escape the oppressive reality they find themselves in.
Line by Line Meaning
Now that I'm found
Having finally discovered my true self
Found that I'm lost
Realizing that despite this discovery, I still feel directionless
Had to relearn what I was taught
I needed to reevaluate and unlearn the lessons instilled in me
Taxes are stolen
The government's taxation policies feel unjust and exploitative
Freedom is bought
True freedom seems attainable only through financial means
Anything's possible
There is immense potential in life
But at what cost
We must consider the sacrifices required to achieve that potential
Politicians lie
Those in power often deceive the public
Whose their boss
We must question who truly influences these politicians
Not the voters
It’s evident that it's not the electorate that holds power over them
Corporate frauds
Big businesses are manipulating systems for their gain
They keep us divided
These entities create conflict among us to maintain control
When really they're not
In actuality, we have more in common than they want us to believe
They're actually united
The powers that be are working together for their interests
Just stirring the pot
They provoke chaos to distract us from their agendas
About to set fire to the white house
Intense change or upheaval is imminent regarding those in power
White house
A metaphor for the seat of political power and governance
Standing on the corner with the lights out
Being in a state of uncertainty and darkness in our society
Lights out
A metaphor for losing hope or clarity
It's about to go down
A significant confrontation is approaching
Try to runaway
Attempting to escape the reality of our situation
Runaway runaway
A desperate call to abandon the chaos surrounding us
Whose the cause of all this stress
Identifying the true source of societal anxiety
They're the cause of all this mess
The same entities are responsible for the turmoil we face
They've got us looking right and left
We are conditioned to confuse ourselves and blame each other
Let's make sure they run out of breath
We must ensure that those in power can no longer exert control
About to set fire to the white house
Once again emphasizing the coming turmoil against authority
White house
Symbolizing the power structure we are challenging
Standing on the corner with the lights out
Feeling lost in our fight for justice
Lights out
Signifying a grim reality as we await change
It's about to go down
Tensions are rising, and change is near
Try to runaway
The urge to escape from confrontation with our issues
Runaway runaway
An escalating desire to flee from the oppressive situation
Better unite before it's too late
We must come together and act before opportunities slip away
Rise up and fight or end up in a grave
If we don’t stand against oppression, we risk dire consequences
Or be well behaved as a slave in a cage
Living submissively leads to a life without freedom
Listen to what they say while locked to a minimum wage
Following orders while remaining stuck in poverty
About to set fire to the white house
Imminent rebellion against the status quo again emphasized
White house
Our focus remains on the primary locus of power
Standing on the corner with the lights out
Remaining vigilant in dark times, awaiting change
Lights out
Acknowledgment of our bleak surroundings
It's about to go down
A significant reckoning is on the horizon
Try to runaway
The urge to escape from our distressing conditions
Runaway runaway
An urgent plea to flee from the turmoil enveloping us
The war's on the poor
Economic struggles disproportionately impact the less fortunate
We're sore that's for sure
We are hurt and burdened by these societal issues
The mass is ignored
The voices and needs of the majority are overlooked
The master's abhorred
Those in power are despised for their oppressive rule
Stacking money galore
Wealth is hoarded by the few at the expense of many
We're doing all their chores
The labor and efforts of the masses support the elite
While they're reaping the rewards
The powerful benefit from our hard work without gratitude
Listening to your prophets is nonsense
Paying attention to those who claim to provide wisdom is futile
While they're staring at their profits
Those in power focus solely on monetary gains
They've got no conscience
Elite individuals act without regard for moral responsibility
They're con men
They deceive us for personal gain
We're just pawns to them
We are manipulated as mere tools in their game
Leaders should be honest
Those in positions of power must uphold integrity
Women and men
Both genders should share responsibility in leadership
About to set fire to the white house
A call to action against the oppressive system is imminent
White house
Signifying the political authority we are confronting
Standing on the corner with the lights out
Positioned in uncertainty, holding onto hope for change
Lights out
Facing a moment of despair as we rally for justice
It's about to go down
A significant confrontation is on the verge of occurring
Try to runaway
The instinct to escape from the chaotic current events
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Merrill Grant
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