Movement
Dre Lyrics


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Hell is a preserve for the biggest tyrants
Provided they get what they deserve
Rest assured that freedom wins in the end
I've been to the ends of the earth
And my knowledge is surface level but it errs
On the people pushing back on dystopia
Holding back is not an option not at all opposed Launching
An open cornucopia of toxins on the Odious that "Toby" us
Bury 'em deeper than Alcyoneus
We colder than the Soviets when fighting for autonomy
The movement is Moses and we're writing our Deuteronomy
The pharaohs is them rows of Congress
We been known the process
Take positions with a mission just to then mold your pockets
They call our people pompous for princes in their inboxes
Making offers
The only way we see to make a profit
Oversaturated prophets in the TV screen are opps
They take our money pray for people then supporting cops
"Anti Robbery Squad"?
But they come in the squad cars when poverty's not apparent from your appearance
Obviously looking for money
They owe our parents apologies
The people aren't property




We take up arms
And end the whole damn government, it ain't just SARS

Overall Meaning

In "Movement," Dre addresses various themes, including dystopia, freedom, and oppression. Dre acknowledges that while he might not have all the answers to the world's problems, he knows that there is something tyrannical about Hell. However, he asserts that freedom prevails eventually. Dre also highlights his experiences traveling the world and his knowledge of the struggles of people pushing back against dystopia. He then advocates for action, stressing the need to bury those who oppress and stating that holding back is not an option. The movement is critical, and the pharaohs are Congress, with Dre suggesting that they have long understood the process behind shaping society. Dre highlights the need to take positions with a mission without molding pockets, as others do.


Dre then delves into what he perceives as the problematic duality of the prophets depicted on TV, who saturate the screens as opportunistic forces. He speaks about the Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS) in Nigeria, who he believes attacks the poor and makes arbitrary arrests without due cause. Dre calls for arms since the authorities see people as property, and if not careful, it would lead to the complete dissolution of the government.


One fascinating fact about the song is the simple but compelling chorus that underscores it. Another is that the song tackles real-world issues, including the #EndSARS movement in Nigeria. The song's title also mirrors the movement, implying that the song seeks to lend voice to it. "Movement" is featured on the soundtrack to the 2020 film, "Judas and the Black Messiah." Dre has collaborated with multiple other artists in the past, and it's fascinating to note how he seamlessly blends his skills on this track. The use of biblical references in the song is a fascinating aspect of it, lending a depth of thought and meaning to the lyrics. The song's production is incredibly polished, thanks to the input from multiple producers, including Big Yanks, Chef Byer, and DC.

In terms of cords, the song runs on a simple progression of E minor, A minor, B minor, G major. The chorus features a slightly altered pattern of E minor, A minor and G major.


Line by Line Meaning

Hell is a preserve for the biggest tyrants
The afterlife is a place reserved for the most cruel and oppressive people.


Provided they get what they deserve
Assuming they receive appropriate punishment for their actions.


Rest assured that freedom wins in the end
Despite the current state of society, eventually freedom will prevail.


I've been to the ends of the earth
I have traveled far and wide.


And my knowledge is surface level but it errs
Although I have some understanding, it may not be entirely accurate.


On the people pushing back on dystopia
I support those individuals who are resisting a society characterized by oppression and misery.


Holding back is not an option not at all opposed Launching
It is imperative to take action, even if it is difficult or scary.


An open cornucopia of toxins on the Odious that "Toby" us
We will unleash a multitude of harmful things on those who oppress us.


Bury 'em deeper than Alcyoneus
We will defeat our enemies so thoroughly that they will never recover.


We colder than the Soviets when fighting for autonomy
We are fiercely determined and unafraid, much like the Soviet Union during their fight for independence.


The movement is Moses and we're writing our Deuteronomy
Our movement is like that of Moses and we are creating our own guiding principles.


The pharaohs is them rows of Congress
Those in power are our oppressors, similar to the pharaohs in ancient Egypt.


We been known the process
We understand how those in power keep us oppressed.


Take positions with a mission just to then mold your pockets
People in power often misuse their positions for personal gain.


They call our people pompous for princes in their inboxes
Those in power criticize us for expressing our opinions and beliefs.


Making offers
They attempt to lure us with promises.


The only way we see to make a profit
The only way we can advance is through financial gain.


Oversaturated prophets in the TV screen are opps
People on television who claim to have all the answers are not to be trusted.


They take our money pray for people then supporting cops
They take our money and pretend to care about our well-being, but in reality, they support those who oppress us.


"Anti Robbery Squad"?
The so-called "Anti Robbery Squad" is actually just a means of keeping poor people in check.


But they come in the squad cars when poverty's not apparent from your appearance
They target us based on our appearance, assuming we are poor criminals.


Obviously looking for money
Their motives are financial gain, not justice.


They owe our parents apologies
The government owes us an apology for their mistreatment of our parents and ancestors.


The people aren't property
We are human beings, not possessions.


We take up arms
We are prepared to fight for our freedom.


And end the whole damn government, it ain't just SARS
We will overthrow the entire government, not just the corrupt "Anti Robbery Squad".




Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Chidera Okoli

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