Deadsun was formed in November 2001, by guitarist Rex Arthur, drummer Adam Hempseed and singer Todd Cadorette.
In 2004, Dee Adman (former bassist from Medicine Man) joined the band. After a year and a half they went into the studio with engineer producer Jim Lightman, to create their first full CD: 'Degenerate Matter'. They continued to build on the succes of the album with their second release: 'Falling Away'.
Get Up Stand Up
Deadsun Lyrics
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(Verse 1)
Preacher man don't tell me, heaven is under the earth.
I know you don't know, what life is really worth.
It's nothing all that clears is gold.That story has never been told.
Now you've seen the light, stand up for your right.
(Chorus)
Get up, stand up. Stand up for your right
Get up, stand up. Don't give up the fight
(Verse 2)
Some people think, great God will come from the sky.
Take away everything, and make everybody feel high.
But if you know what life is worth, you will look for yours on earth.
Now you've seen the light, stand up for your right.
(Chorus)
Get up, stand up. Stand up for your right.
Get up, stand up. Don't give up the fight.
(Bridge)
Don't you know you gotta' get up, stand up
Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight.
(Verse 3)
Sick and tired of your rituals to your game.
Die and go to heaven in a teacher's stain, Lord.
Cheesy wedding we understand, what she got is a living man
You gave up some people some of the time
But you can't fool all the people all the time
Now you've seen the light, stand up for your right.
(Chorus x2)
Get up, stand up. Stand up for your right.
Get up, stand up. Don't give up the fight.
The song "Get Up Stand Up" by Deadsun is an anthem promoting social justice and the importance of standing up for one's rights. The lyrics urge people to reject the idea that heaven is under the earth and to recognize the value of their lives on earth. The preacher man is portrayed as someone who does not understand the true worth of life and does not share the true value of it with his followers.
The chorus of the song urges people to "get up" and "stand up" for their rights, a call to action for people to take a stand against injustice. The singer asserts that people need to fight for their rights democratically to effect change. The song encourages defiance, rejecting popular beliefs about waiting for God to intervene and change things. The cynical tone of the lyrics suggests that changing the status quo cannot be achieved just by praying and waiting for divine action.
In the third verse, the lyrics criticize those who are too entrenched in their beliefs to recognize the need to change. A call to action is made to fight against empty rituals and to recognize the value of physical life. It insists that not all people can be fooled and that it's necessary to take a stand against injustice.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand up for your right!
The artist is urging listeners to assert their rights and stand up for themselves.
Preacher man don't tell me, heaven is under the earth.
The artist challenges the preacher’s limited perspective on life and death.
I know you don't know, what life is really worth.
The artist suggests that the preacher is not fully aware of the value of life.
It's nothing all that clears is gold. That story has never been told.
The artist contends that the true value of life is priceless and that it has never been revealed.
Now you've seen the light, stand up for your right.
The artist encourages listeners who have gained insight into the true value of life to assert their rights.
Some people think, great God will come from the sky. Take away everything, and make everybody feel high.
The artist references the belief that divine intervention will solve all problems and dismisses it as mere wishful thinking.
But if you know what life is worth, you will look for yours on earth.
The artist suggests that those who truly value life will seek fulfillment on earth rather than waiting for supernatural intervention.
Now you've seen the light, stand up for your right.
Again, the artist urges listeners to stand up for their rights after gaining insight into life's value.
Don't you know you gotta' get up, stand up
The artist emphasizes that it’s essential to stand up for oneself.
Get up, stand up, don't give up the fight.
The artist urges listeners to keep fighting for their rights.
Sick and tired of your rituals to your game.
The artist criticizes people who engage in meaningless rituals and games in life.
Die and go to heaven in a teacher's stain, Lord.
The artist suggests that religious beliefs can be misused to control others, and it does not lead to a better life.
Cheesy wedding we understand, what she got is a living man.
The artist dismisses materialistic, superficial values and emphasizes the importance of valuing life itself.
You gave up some people some of the time. But you can't fool all the people all the time.
The artist argues that deceptive practices may work for some people, but they will not deceive everyone for eternity.
Now you've seen the light, stand up for your right.
The artist reiterates the importance of standing up for one's rights after gaining insight.
Get up, stand up. Stand up for your right.
The chorus continues to encourage listeners to stand up for their rights.
Get up, stand up. Don't give up the fight.
The chorus emphasizes that success in asserting one's rights requires ongoing effort and perseverance.
Contributed by Muhammad F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
James Piccone
Is Todd still alive? Wonder how old sky is now?
Aotap
Yes but i honestly just think he's done with music, I asked him if I could get sheet music for their music and he said id have to talk to Rex and he never got back with me on info.