Global Warming
Gojira Lyrics

Four hundred thousand years ago
Long before humans existed, life was brought to Earth from outer space.

And gave us life here
The extraterrestrial life forms are responsible for the creation of life on Earth.

And we are taking everything for granted
Humans are exploiting Earth's resources without consideration for the consequences.

I don't think we should do this now
The singer believes that humans should change their behavior and attitudes toward the environment.

And when I see the smoke around
The pollution caused by human activity is causing distress for the singer.

I feel like I'm not
The singer feels disconnected from the rest of humanity due to their destructive behavior.

From humankind down there
The singer views humanity as being separate from the natural world, and responsible for its destruction.

I feel like glaciers are my eyes
The singer feels a deep emotional connection to the natural world, and sees themselves as a part of it.

And mountains are my head
The singer identifies with the physical features of the Earth, and sees them as an extension of their own being.

My heart is ocean
The singer has a deep emotional connection to the ocean, which is in danger due to climate change.

And I feel all alone
The singer feels isolated in their concern for the environment, and wishes more people shared their perspective.

Because everybody's wrong
The singer believes that society as a whole is not taking the issue of climate change seriously enough.

I feel the living
The singer feels a deep spiritual connection to all living things, and recognizes their interconnectedness.

What is this thing that we call hate?
The singer questions the role of negative emotions like hate in driving people to harm the natural world and each other.

And that's inside of me?
The singer reflects on the presence of negative emotions within themselves.

Get out of here!
The singer ultimately rejects the negative emotions and strives to focus on positivity and change.

A world is down
The destruction caused by human activity has had serious consequences for the planet.

And none can rebuild it
The damage caused to the planet is irreversible and cannot be undone.

Disabled lands are evolving
The Earth is changing due to human activity, and not necessarily in a positive way.

My eyes are shut, a vision is dying
The singer is deeply disturbed by the effects of climate change on the planet, and fears for its future.

My head explodes
The enormity of the crisis facing the planet is overwhelming for the singer.

And I fall in disgrace
The singer feels ashamed and saddened by the destructive behavior of humanity.

I hold my inner child within
The singer holds on to a sense of innocence and hope in the face of the environmental crisis.

And tell him not to cry
The singer is determined to remain optimistic and hopeful, even in difficult circumstances.

"Don't fear the living"
The singer encourages people not to be afraid of life on Earth, and to embrace its beauty and diversity.

One day you will stand as a king
Humans have the potential to be powerful stewards of the planet, and to effect positive change.

And no fear can erase
Courage and determination are necessary to overcome the challenges facing the planet.

This light below us
The beauty and wonder of the natural world is a source of inspiration and hope for the singer.

Each one of us is now engaged
Everyone has a responsibility to take action to address the environmental crisis.

This secret we all have
The understanding that the planet is in danger is something that all people share, regardless of their other differences.

This truth is growing
The awareness of the urgency and seriousness of the environmental crisis is becoming more widespread.

And as a warrior I have to fight
The singer sees themselves as a warrior for the planet, and feels a personal responsibility to take action to protect it.

I can already feel
The singer is already feeling the emotions associated with this fight - anxiety, determination, and hope.

The love I'll discover
By taking action to protect the planet, the singer will feel a deep sense of love and purpose.

I had this dream, our planet surviving
The singer dreams of a world in which humans and the planet can coexist in a sustainable way.

The guiding stars always growing
The potential for positive change in the world is limitless, and ever-expanding.

And all the worlds
The singer recognizes that the fate of the planet is interconnected with that of other worlds and cosmic phenomena.

The fates, all the countries
All nations and peoples have a role to play in saving the planet.

They're all rebuilding at the same time
Positive change can occur simultaneously across the world and in all areas of life.

I never fell and always believed in
The singer has always held onto hope and optimism, even in the face of darkness and despair.

We could evolve and get older
Humans have the potential to grow and mature in our relationships with the planet and each other.

Open thy eyes and let all this flow in
The singer encourages people to be receptive to new ideas and perspectives that could lead to positive change.

Now see a new hope is growing inside
The singer sees signs of hope and optimism for the future, and encourages others to share in that perspective.

We will see our children growing
The care and protection of future generations is a driving force behind the singer's commitment to environmental justice.

We will see our children growing
The hope for a better future for our children is a recurring theme throughout the song.

We will see our children growing
The singer is committed to creating a better world for children and future generations.

We will see our children growing
Ultimately, the environmental crisis is a moral issue, a matter of protecting the planet and ensuring its future for all living things.

We will see our children growing
The song reminds us of the legacy we leave for those who will come after us, and of our responsibility to ensure that legacy is a positive one.

We will see our children growing
The line is repeated to emphasize the importance of nurturing and protecting future generations.