Children
EMF (Epsom Mad Funkers) Lyrics


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Hold on take your life
Hold on to each reality
They seem so far from you
But really they're close to you
You've got to break each precious dream
Until it breaks you heart in two
Build your life until you find
What's right for you

Children, I know
You deserve, more than this world could ever give
Don't let them take it all
'Cause you know, they're going to take it all
They seem so far from you
But really they're close to you
You've got to break each precious dream
Until it breaks your heart in two

Build your life, until you find
What's right for you
Children, I know




You deserve more than this world could ever give
Long live the new flesh!

Overall Meaning

The EMF song "Children" is a powerful message to young people to hold onto their hopes and dreams despite the challenges they may face. The lyrics urge listeners to hold onto their lives and each reality, to break their precious dreams until they find what's right for them. The song acknowledges that the world may not always be fair or offer the opportunities that young people deserve, but that they need to keep fighting to achieve their goals. The final line of the song, "Long live the new flesh!" is a nod to the David Cronenberg film "Videodrome" and serves as a call to action to fight for change.


The lyrics of the song are open to interpretation, but they can be read as a message of hope, urging young people to keep pushing forward despite the obstacles they may face. The repetition of the phrase "They seem so far from you, but really they're close to you" is a reminder that although dreams may feel out of reach, they are still attainable with hard work and perseverance. The line "Don't let them take it all, 'cause you know, they're going to take it all" is a warning against giving up or compromising on what one truly wants.


Line by Line Meaning

Hold on take your life
Don't give up, keep fighting for what you want in life


Hold on to each reality
Stay grounded and connected to the real world


They seem so far from you
Your dreams may seem unattainable, but they are within your reach


But really they're close to you
Believe in yourself and your abilities to achieve your dreams


You've got to break each precious dream
Sometimes you have to let go of your dreams to make room for better ones


Until it breaks you heart in two
It can be painful, but sometimes you have to let go of what you thought you wanted for your own growth and fulfillment


Build your life until you find
Keep moving forward and building a life for yourself until you find what truly makes you happy


What's right for you
Find what brings you joy, fulfillment, and purpose in life


Children, I know
Addressing the young and future generations, acknowledging their potential and worth


You deserve, more than this world could ever give
The world may limit your opportunities and possibilities, but you are capable of achieving greatness beyond what it can offer


Don't let them take it all
Don't let anyone or anything rob you of your dreams, passions, and potential


'Cause you know, they're going to take it all
There will be obstacles and challenges that will try to hold you back, but don't let them defeat you


Long live the new flesh!
An uplifting and empowering statement which suggests that there is hope, change and renewal for the future generations




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DERRAN GENE BROWNSON, IAN ALEC HARVEY DENCH, JAMES SAUL ATKIN, MARK SIMON DECLOEDT, ZACHARY SEBASTIAN REX JAMES FOLEY

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@skrap5461

Hold on take your life
Hold on to each reality
They seem so far from you
But really they're close to you
You've got to break each precious dream
Until it breaks you heart in two
Build your life until you find
What's right for you

Children, I know
You deserve more than this world could ever give

Don't let them take it all
'Cause you know, they're going to take it all
They seem so far from you
But really they're close to you
You've got to break each precious dream
Until it breaks your heart in two
Build your life, until you find
What's right for you

Children, I know
You deserve more than this world could ever give...



All comments from YouTube:

@emftheband

Listen to EMF on Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/artist/39oSLGo3HkaeYXzUEGgAGQ

@adjamir

Great song, fix the audio please :)

@flaviolinolinan7744

I thinked that this song was INXS. I was wrong.

@garybrough3345

Such an underrated song, should have been at least a top ten hit, always gets me bouncing and brings so much happy memories of my youth 😁🍻👍

@JuanManuelGM

Esta canción me trae muchos recuerdos de Lima Perú 🇵🇪 en los 90

@luispelaeztores

Calígula

@JimAburto

sonó en la serie calígula y tmb temas de inxs, como olvidarlo

@johnyguillermodavilacantur3038

El angel vengador Calígula

@alexanderescuderoescobedo8418

Muchachos, que empiece la juerga.

@frankfhuaman3440

Caligula Legazpi....

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