Walk the Line
Dead Stop Lyrics
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Have noc feelings, kill your heart
They will tell you where to walk
They will tell you when to talk
There are just some things i'd like to say
But i'm afraid they'll blow me away
Freedom of speech just left the door
Shut your mouth, just obey
Black or white, but never grey
They will tell you what to do
Or they will come after you
There are just some things i'd like to say
But i'm afraid they blow me away
Freedom of speech just left the door
Now i'm afraid they'll make me pay
Shut your mouth, just obey
Black or white, but never grey
They will tell you what to do
Or they will come after you
The lyrics of Dead Stop's "Walk The Line" speak to the idea that freedoms and opinions are being stripped away, and there is a fear of retaliation for speaking out. The lyrics start off by saying that having no opinions or thoughts and killing your heart is the way to stay safe from those who are trying to control everything. The song speaks to the idea that there are people who want to tell you how to live your life and you should follow their rules or face the consequences.
The use of the phrase "black or white, but never grey" suggests that there is no room for in-between or different opinions, and anything that is not following the strict rules is not allowed. The sense of danger and fear of speaking out against these people is clear in lines like "but I'm afraid they'll make me pay" and "or they will come after you." The song seems to express a frustration and anger towards those who want to control our lives and the feeling of helplessness that comes with it.
Overall, the lyrics of "Walk The Line" speak to the feeling of oppression and control that many people feel, and the fear of speaking out against those in power. The song urges us to resist the urge to be complacent and to fight for our freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
No opinion, have no thoughts
Suppress any personal beliefs or ideas
Have no feelings, kill your heart
Repress emotions and empathy
They will tell you where to walk
Submit to authority and follow directions
They will tell you when to talk
Only speak when authorized
There are just some things i'd like to say
Desire for free expression
But i'm afraid they'll blow me away
Fear of punishment or retaliation for speaking out
Freedom of speech just left the door
Limited ability to express oneself
Now i'm afraid they'll make me pay
Fear of consequences for expressing oneself
Shut your mouth, just obey
Be silent and comply with authority
Black or white, but never grey
Only two options, no middle ground or alternate ideas
They will tell you what to do
Submit to authority and follow orders
Or they will come after you
Punishment or negative consequences for not following orders
Contributed by Kaylee E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.