Dag Nasty(1985 - 1991)
Dave Smalley - vocals on #19
Peter Cortner - vocals on #26
Brian Baker - guitar
Roger Marbury - bass on #19
Doug Carrion - bass on #26
Colin Sears - drums
Your Words
Dag Nasty Lyrics
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Energize, it's time we justify
This time around, there's no slacking
No wasted moments, or useless spaces
The nameless faces who try to put us down
They're still here, but they don't run this town
Your words
We're here to prove you wrong
This is our town
This is our song
Mobilize, it's time to realize
Energize, I think it's time to justify
We never guessed we'd be put down
For moving out from under covered ground
We forged a path all our own
And we won't forgive your hostility
Your words
Launched a battle cry
We're here to prove you wrong
This is our town
This is our song
Your words
Launched a battle cry
We're here to prove you wrong
Well where were you in '82?
We weren't aware of the battle lines
So they were the saints and we were the sinners?
That's fine
Now it's our time
We're justified
The lyrics to Dag Nasty's song "Your Words" speaks about the band's struggle to prove themselves in the face of opposition. The song encourages action with words like "Mobilize" and "Energize," implying that they need to take action to achieve their goals. The song portrays an underdog mentality, but one that will fight back against anyone who tries to put them down. The lyrics also speak to the idea of forging one's own path and not backing down in the face of hostility. The battle cry mentioned in the song means that they will fight until they are heard and that they will not allow anyone to dictate their path.
The song has a personal connection with the band members as they had reportedly left their previous bands in pursuit of their own sound that they feel was more authentic. The lyrics were written by the band's singer, Peter Cortner, who wanted to create a message that could motivate people to take a stand against anyone or anything wanting to undercut their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
Mobilize, it's to realize
We need to take action and understand what's happening around us.
Energize, it's time we justify
We need to find strength and purpose in what we do.
This time around, there's no slacking
We can't afford to waste any time or opportunity now.
No wasted moments, or useless spaces
Everything we do needs to matter and contribute to our goals.
The nameless faces who try to put us down
There are people who want to undermine our efforts, but they don't matter.
They're still here, but they don't run this town
Those who oppose us are present, but they don't have control or influence over us.
Your words
The negative comments made against us.
Launched a battle cry
Made us more determined to succeed and prove our worth.
We're here to prove you wrong
Our purpose is to show our critics that we are capable and deserving of respect.
This is our town
We have earned the right to belong here and make an impact in our community.
This is our song
We have a unique voice and perspective that is worth sharing and celebrating.
We never guessed we'd be put down
We didn't expect to face resistance or criticism for pursuing our aspirations.
For moving out from under covered ground
For breaking free from the norm and exploring new possibilities.
We forged a path all our own
We created our own way of doing things that reflects who we are and what we stand for.
And we won't forgive your hostility
We won't forget or overlook the negativity that was directed towards us.
Well where were you in '82?
Where were you when we were laying the groundwork for what we are doing now?
We weren't aware of the battle lines
We didn't anticipate the obstacles and resistance we would face in pursuing our goals.
So they were the saints and we were the sinners?
Were they the righteous ones and we were wrong for challenging the status quo?
That's fine
We don't need their approval or validation to keep going.
Now it's our time
We have waited long enough and it's our turn to make a difference.
We're justified
Our actions are justified and meaningful, even if others disagree or disapprove.
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