Represent
EDL Lyrics

The sun's amber light ignites the day anew, as a child sits and wonders what to do.
As the sun rises, a child sits and contemplates their place in the world.

You see, the world is changing outside, but his home stands still. And with this mindset in place, each day becomes a thrill.
The world is constantly evolving, yet the child feels a sense of excitement in their stagnant home environment.

Mom and Dad's time would revolutionize history, making this mindset more of a mystery. And now their teachings and their actions define behavior, discounting every single person that has labored.
The child's parents were integral in shaping history, but their archaic beliefs and actions discount the contributions of others.

Every morning he faces the forces that make him try, knowing the silence and force only hide the lies.
The child faces challenges each day, aware that those in power use silence and intimidation tactics to obscure the truth.

'Cause he is one of the chosen, child of the master race, and must live life at the family's own pace.
The child is indoctrinated into the belief that they are inherently superior due to their race, and must adhere to strict familial expectations.

And now he stands alone at recess, and prays that God will define the lines and leave the lesser man in pieces.
The child feels isolated and hopes that a higher power will punish those they deem inferior.

We ask why does this social structure sag? They say pledge American, but worship the rebel flag.
The outdated social hierarchy is questioned, as those in power pledge allegiance to America while simultaneously idolizing the Confederate flag.

Let it burn down, let it burn down to the ground. It doesn't represent me!
The child rejects the values and symbols of the oppressive structure around them and desires its destruction.

"If I leave here tomorrow ..." Sweet not sour, spiteful thoughts of you devour. Until the moment of confrontation, in hopes of alleviation, a child's demonstration of open segregation.
The child harbors bitter thoughts towards their oppressors, leading up to a confrontation where they openly express their segregationist beliefs.

Although you like to think this taboo, this as any other teaching remains true. And to some it's absolutely relevant, that time is spent teaching the next generation the rebel flag is heaven sent.
Despite being considered taboo, the belief in the superiority of the Confederate flag persists and is taught to future generations as a divine symbol.

And with this comes a certain loyalty. And the hierarchy of demise, like Hitler becomes royalty. Looked up to as a hero for all times, breeding the ignorance with the lack of line to define what is real, true and right, blurring the lines of progress when 20/20's hindsight.
The loyalty to the Confederate flag creates a hierarchy of oppression, where leaders are idolized despite being akin to Hitler. The resulting ignorance obstructs progress and understanding.

The flag is a visual for them that revel in false might, with crosses set on the lawn just to ignite. No! It doesn't represent me. It doesn't.
The Confederate flag is used as a symbol by those who revel in their false sense of superiority, and is often accompanied by the threat of violence. The child refuses to be associated with such oppressive ideals.