I Believe In Something Better
Fat White Family Lyrics
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And no one ever had enough time
And the ancient pipes are calling
And you will hear them in your own time
And I can add up all the numbers
And they can't add up all the numbers
And while I'm ticking and I'm twisting
'Cause I believe in something better
'Cause I believe in something better
'Cause I believe in something better
'Cause I believe in something better
I'm gonna head up to the country
And in the country
I'm gonna build a damn in my mind
And in the right time
I'll let my body do the talking
And when it's talking
What do I see when I go walking?
I'm always walking
I see the misery of progress
And I see every sister undressed
Let's build a set of wooden land mines
And lay 'em under all the right guys
'Cause I believe in something better
'Cause I believe in something better
'Cause I believe in something better
'Cause I believe in something better
The first half of the first verse of "I Believe In Something Better" by Fat White Family sets a tone of detachment and disillusionment, possibly criticizing the lack of motivation or inability to achieve goals in society as a whole. The line "And it's like everybody's stalling" suggests a complacency or sense of stagnation among people, while "And no one ever had enough time" implies a rush to achieve things despite the lack of actual progress. The metaphorical "ancient pipes" calling could represent something deep and primal in humanity, perhaps urging them to move forward or connect with nature.
The second half of the verse switches focus to the singer, who is self-aware of their ability to add up numbers and their own restlessness. This contrasts with the "they" in the next line, who have just been "waiting for the future." It is not clear who these people are, but it could be anyone who is lacking a sense of direction or hope. The chorus, which repeats the line "Cause I believe in something better" four times, serves as a rallying cry for the singer's beliefs.
The second verse moves away from society's problems and towards the singer's personal journey. They plan to go to the countryside to "build a damn in my mind," which could be interpreted as a mental barrier to prevent negativity or negative thoughts. The following lines indicate a shift from mental to physical action, with the idea that the body can do the talking in the right time. The last few lines appear to be a call to action, suggesting that people must fight against the "misery of progress" and place "wooden land mines" under the "right guys."
Overall, "I Believe In Something Better" is a thought-provoking song with lyrics that can be open to interpretation. It could be seen as a critique of societal issues such as complacency and the focus on progress at all costs, or as a personal journey to overcome negativity and work towards something better. The song's use of metaphors and vivid imagery makes it a poignant and interesting listen.
Line by Line Meaning
And it's like everybody's stalling
People seem to be unsure and indecisive about their next steps in life.
And no one ever had enough time
Everyone is too busy and doesn't have enough time to fully pursue their dreams or passions.
And the ancient pipes are calling
There is a deep spiritual energy that is trying to communicate with us.
And you will hear them in your own time
We all have our own journey to self-discovery and will find spiritual enlightenment in our own time.
And I can add up all the numbers
I may have a rational and analytical mind that can calculate everything logically.
And they can't add up all the numbers
Others may not have the same analytical capability as me.
And while I'm ticking and I'm twisting
While I am ruminating on thoughts and ideas.
They've just been waiting for the future
Others are just passively waiting for things to happen without taking any action.
'Cause I believe in something better
I have hope that there is something better, a brighter future or a greater purpose beyond our current troubles.
'Cause I believe in something better
My belief in a better tomorrow is unwavering and steadfast.
'Cause I believe in something better
I hold onto this faith because I know it will sustain me even in tough times.
'Cause I believe in something better
This belief is what motivates me to keep moving forward.
I'm gonna head up to the country
I am planning to escape from the city or society to find peace and clarity.
And in the country
In this peaceful and natural setting.
I'm gonna build a damn in my mind
I am going to create a mental barrier to keep out negative thoughts and distractions.
And in the right time
When the timing is appropriate.
I'll let my body do the talking
I will let my physical being guide me and lead me towards my destiny.
And when it's talking
When my intuition is speaking to me.
What do I see when I go walking?
What new perspectives or revelations will I discover on my journey?
I'm always walking
I am constantly evolving and moving forward in my spiritual journey.
I see the misery of progress
I am aware of the negative consequences of societal or industrial progress.
And I see every sister undressed
I see through the illusions of societal norms regarding beauty and sexuality.
Let's build a set of wooden land mines
Let's construct symbolic barriers to protect ourselves from negative influences.
And lay 'em under all the right guys
Let's target those who are actively impeding our spiritual journey with these protective measures.
'Cause I believe in something better
Despite all the negativity and challenges, I still hold onto my belief in a brighter future.
'Cause I believe in something better
This belief is unshakable and gives me the strength to persevere through tough times.
'Cause I believe in something better
This hope for a better tomorrow sustains me and gives me purpose.
'Cause I believe in something better
Ultimately, my belief in something better gives me the courage to keep fighting for a brighter future.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Lias Saoudi, Saul Adamczewski, Alex White
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