Crisis
Firewerk Lyrics
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Breaking up all you say
A crisis enters a line
What you do cannot wait
No pleading can stop a brilliant idea
No bleeding can stop a brilliant idea
Won't wait
To loosen the pain
Devices are not a crime
Only when used this way
No life, life on the line
If you choose not to wait
Declining to create anymore data
Until the last statistic you make
My mind's in a frame
It's never the same
Remember them the next time
You think you have a choice to make
They'll affect you the next time
You consider any restraint
The song Crisis by Firewerk opens with the lyrics “A crisis enters a line, breaking all you say.” This line can be interpreted in several ways, but it seems to suggest that when a crisis occurs, it has the power to disrupt the course of events and communication. The phrase “entering a line” implies that the crisis disrupts a trajectory or course that was previously set in motion, thereby causing chaos and confusion. The second line, “What you do cannot wait,” suggests a sense of urgency to respond to the crisis, as there is no time to waste.
The next two lines, “No pleading can stop a brilliant idea, no bleeding can stop a brilliant idea,” suggest that even in times of crisis, there is still the potential for brilliance and creativity to emerge. The line “cut straight to loosen the pain” might refer to the idea that in order to move forward and heal from a crisis, one must confront it head-on, even if it causes pain.
The next stanza seems to address the idea that while technology and devices have their benefits, they can also be used in harmful ways. “Devices are not a crime, only when used this way” suggests that it is not the devices themselves that are harmful, but rather how they are used. The line “no life, life on the line” suggests that our reliance on technology and devices can sometimes put our lives at risk.
The next two lines, “Declining to create anymore data, until the last statistic you make,” suggest a need to slow down and be more thoughtful about the data we collect and how we use it. The final lines of the song, “Remember them the next time, you think you have a choice to make. They'll affect you the next time, you consider any restraint” suggest that crises have a lasting impact and that we should be mindful of our choices in light of past experiences.
Overall, the song Crisis urges the listener to be more thoughtful about their use of technology and devices, to confront crises head-on, and to be mindful of the lasting impacts of our choices.
Line by Line Meaning
A crisis enters a line
A difficult situation occurs suddenly and affects many people
Breaking up all you say
Causing communication breakdown and interruptions in conversation
What you do cannot wait
Urgently needing immediate action
No pleading can stop a brilliant idea
A great idea cannot be stopped or altered through persuasion
No bleeding can stop a brilliant idea
A great idea cannot be stopped or altered even if sacrifices or losses are incurred
Won't wait
No time to delay or hesitate
Cut straight
Taking the most direct path to resolution
To loosen the pain
Trying to ease or alleviate the distress caused by the crisis
Devices are not a crime
Objects or tools are not inherently evil or bad
Only when used this way
Devices can become a problem if they are not used in appropriate or safe ways
No life, life on the line
The situation is very serious and can put lives at risk
If you choose not to wait
Making the decision to act now rather than later
Declining to create anymore data
The choice not to continue collecting information or collecting it at a slower rate
Until the last statistic you make
Stopping only when the final piece of information is gathered
My mind's in a frame
The state of my consciousness is limited or constrained
It's never the same
My perspective or experience is constantly fluctuating or changing
Remember them the next time
Don't forget those who were affected during this crisis and consider their needs in the future
You think you have a choice to make
Believing you have control or agency over the situation
They'll affect you the next time
The impact of the crisis may follow you and influence future choices
You consider any restraint
Pondering the idea of self-control or limitation in your actions
Contributed by Adeline L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.