Under Pressure
Galileo Lyrics
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Pressing down on you, no man ask for
Under pressure that burns a building down
Splits a family in two
Puts people on streets
It's the terror of knowing
What this world is about
Screaming, "Let me out!"
Tomorrow gets me higher
Pressure on people, people on streets
Chippin' around, kick my brains 'round the floor
These are the days, it never rains but it pours
People on streets, people on streets
It's the terror of knowing
What this world is about
Watching some good friends
Screaming, "Let me out!"
Tomorrow gets me higher, higher, higher.
Pressure on people, people on streets
Turned away from it all like a blind man
Sat on a fence but it don't work
Keep coming up with love but it's so slashed and torn
Why, why, why?
Love
Insanity laughs under pressure we're cracking
Can't we give ourselves one more chance?
Why can't we give love that one more chance?
Why can't we give love, give love, give love,
Give love, give love, give love, give love, give love?
'Cause love's such an old-fashioned word
And love dares you to care for
The people on the edge of the night
And love dares you to change our way of
Caring about ourselves
This is our last dance
This is our last dance
This is ourselves
Under pressure
Under pressure
Pressure
Galileo, Hannah Jane Fox, Scaramouche, and Tony Vincent's song "Under Pressure" is a powerful anthem on the effects of societal pressures on individuals. The lyrics describe the physical, emotional, and mental pressures that people face every day, such as the pressure to conform, the pressure to succeed, and the pressure to survive. The song starts with the lines "Pressure pushing down on me, pressing down on you, no man ask for," signifying the universal nature of the pressures that people face. The impact of these pressures is profound, as the song goes on to describe how pressure can lead to the destruction of families, homes, and people's lives.
The song also explores the psychological effects of pressure on people's minds. The lyric "It's the terror of knowing what this world is about" captures the fear that many people feel about the uncertainty of their future. The song also touches on the theme of isolation and the feeling of being alone in the world. The lines "Turned away from it all like a blind man, sat on a fence but it don't work" suggest a sense of hopelessness and despair that many people experience when faced with the pressures of life.
"Under Pressure" is a poignant reflection of the human experience and the ways in which we are all affected by the pressures of society. The song reminds us to be kind to ourselves and to each other, and to dare to care about the people on the edge of the night. The final lines of the song, "This is our last dance, this is our last dance, this is ourselves, under pressure, under pressure, pressure", emphasize the importance of living in the present moment and seizing the opportunity to make a difference in the world while we still can.
Line by Line Meaning
Pressure pushing down on me
The weight of expectations and obligations are weighing me down.
Pressing down on you, no man ask for
You are also feeling the weight of pressure, but it isn't something you asked for.
Under pressure that burns a building down
The pressure can cause intense and destructive consequences.
Splits a family in two
The weight of external pressure can create division and conflict within a family.
Puts people on streets
The pressure can lead to people losing their homes and ending up living in the streets.
It's the terror of knowing
what this world is about
The pressure comes from the fear that comes from knowing the harsh reality of the world.
Watching some good friends
screaming "Let me out!"
The pressure can cause good friends to feel trapped and overwhelmed with the situation.
Tomorrow gets me higher
Pressure on people, people on streets
The pressure continues to pile up, causing anxiety and turmoil in society, leading to unrest on the streets.
Chippin' around, kick my brains 'round the floor
The weight of pressure and stress can make you scatterbrained and unable to focus.
These are the days, it never rains but it pours
People on streets, people on streets
These dark times see an increase in the number of people struggling and living on the streets due to the pressure and turmoil of society.
It's the terror of knowing
what this world is about
The fear and terror of the harsh reality of the world only adds to the pressure and weight already being felt.
Watching some good friends
screaming "Let me out!"
Friends are feeling trapped and overwhelmed, wanting to escape the pressure.
Tomorrow gets me higher, higher, higher.
Pressure on people, people on streets
The pressure continues to pile up, causing an increase in anxiety and stress, which is reflected in society.
Turned away from it all like a blind man
Some may choose to ignore or turn away from the pressure, but it has a lasting impact, like blindness.
Sat on a fence but it don't work
Sitting on the fence and not taking action is not an effective strategy for dealing with pressure.
Keep coming up with love but it's so slashed and torn
Why, why, why?
Trying to deal with pressure through love is difficult and can feel like it's not enough or isn't working.
Love
Love can help alleviate some of the pressure and its effects.
Insanity laughs under pressure we're cracking
The weight of pressure can lead to insanity, break one down, and cause them to crack under the pressure.
Can't we give ourselves one more chance?
Why can't we give love that one more chance?
We need to give ourselves and others another chance to cope and heal from the pressure, and love can help us do that.
Why can't we give love, give love, give love,
Give love, give love, give love, give love, give love?
Love can be a powerful tool for healing and dealing with pressure, so we should keep trying to give love and spread it around.
'Cause love's such an old-fashioned word
Love may seem outdated, but it's still a powerful and relevant force for good in the world.
And love dares you to care for
The people on the edge of the night
Love challenges us to take care of and empathize with those who are most vulnerable and struggling, even in the darkest times.
And love dares you to change our way of
Caring about ourselves
Love challenges us to change the way we think about ourselves and empathize with those around us, leading to an overall better society.
This is our last dance
This is our last dance
This is ourselves
Under pressure
Under pressure
Pressure
This moment in time may be our last chance to come together and deal with the pressure we face. We must face the weight of pressure head-on and find ways to thrive amidst it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SEBASTIAN INGROSSO, STEVE ANGELLO
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