No Way Back
Hacktivist Lyrics


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There's no way back

Our days are numbered
Thought that it was gonna be plain sailing but it's all rain and thunder
So we strike like lightning settling scores
As we rape this world for consumption
Another country's family's dying through hunger
It don't make no sense that's why we gotta push back not just sit on the fence
Infected by a scene gotta stay focused as we get hit with waves from the ocean
A lot of weight on our shoulders
Britain is broken
Another generation is evolving while the opposition are still controlling
More money more problems no-one's solving and the ozone's still got a hole in

There's not much longer to live
Turn around look what you did
You created a demon
Watch this unfold
With every breath days become old

We can see things change but it's mainly the climate
Yeah we know most wouldn't bat an eyelid
The future is dying
The pressure is rising
Hate is spreading like a virus
The end is near but the past is behind us
We're breaking the silence
Get behind us as the coastline decreases on this concrete island
We're against everything you believe in
We're just spitting the truth we're not preaching
You wanna tell me how the fuck it ever came to this?
We gotta rise up let a better world exist
The outcome'll always cause a twist
We bite the hand that feeds us shit
So is there gonna be a way back?
Let's counteract the attack

I will wait for you to look me in the eye
Feed me your bullshit
Feed me your lies
Yeah the view's so sick from the top
You just can't get enough
When you're flying this high
There's a higher drop
Torn from the sky
There's no way back up
There's no way back

There's not much longer to live
Turn around look what you did
You created a demon




Watch this unfold
With every breathe days become old

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Hacktivist's song "No way back" are a commentary on the current state of the world, with a focus on environmental degradation, social inequality, and the need for activism. The opening line, "there's no way back," sets the tone for the rest of the song, suggesting that there is no easy way out of the problems facing society today. The lyrics express a sense of urgency and frustration, as the writer highlights issues such as poverty, hunger, and the destruction of the environment.


The lines "Thought that it was gonna be plain sailing but it's all rain and thunder / So we strike like lightning settling scores" suggest that the writer had hoped for a better future but is now fighting back against the injustices they see around them. The lyrics "As we rape this world for consumption / Another country's family's dying through hunger / It don't make no sense that's why we gotta push back not just sit on the fence" are a call to action, urging listeners to take responsibility and make a difference. The song also touches on issues of power and privilege, with lines like "More money more problems no-one's solving and the ozone's still got a hole in" suggesting that those in positions of power are often more concerned with their own interests than with the common good.


The chorus, "There's not much longer to live / Turn around look what you did / You created a demon / Watch this unfold / With every breath days become old," highlights the urgency of the writer's message and the need for immediate action. Overall, the lyrics to "No way back" are a powerful call to activism, urging listeners to take action and work towards a better future.


Line by Line Meaning

There's no way back
We can't undo what we've done, the path we're on is irreversible


Our days are numbered
Time is running out for us as a civilization


Thought that it was gonna be plain sailing but it's all rain and thunder
We expected things to be easy and enjoyable, but instead we face constant strife and difficulty


So we strike like lightning settling scores
We fight back fiercely and quickly to right wrongs and take revenge on those who've wronged us


As we rape this world for consumption
We recklessly use up the Earth's resources for our own gain without regard for the consequences


Another country's family's dying through hunger
People around the world are suffering and dying of starvation, which is tragic and senseless


It don't make no sense that's why we gotta push back not just sit on the fence
The situation is illogical and unjust, and we must take action instead of being passive


Infected by a scene gotta stay focused as we get hit with waves from the ocean
We are affected by the current state of affairs and must remain attentive as we face uncertainty and difficulty


A lot of weight on our shoulders
There are significant burdens and responsibilities that we must bear


Britain is broken
The country is in a state of disrepair and disarray


Another generation is evolving while the opposition are still controlling
New people are growing up and moving on to become the leaders of the future, but those in power are resistant to change


More money more problems no-one's solving and the ozone's still got a hole in
The pursuit of wealth has caused many problems and continues to do so, and there is still environmental damage that needs to be addressed


There's not much longer to live
Our time as a species is running out quickly


Turn around look what you did
Reflect on your actions and see how they've contributed to the problems we face


You created a demon
Your actions have caused major issues that are now out of control


Watch this unfold
Witness the catastrophic consequences of our actions


With every breath days become old
Time is passing quickly, and we are running out of it


We can see things change but it's mainly the climate
We are aware of progress but the biggest issue is environmental change


Yeah we know most wouldn't bat an eyelid
Most people are uninterested or indifferent to the changes going on around us


The future is dying
Our prospects as a species are getting bleaker with time


The pressure is rising
We are faced with growing adversity and struggle


Hate is spreading like a virus
Intolerance and animosity are rampant and poisonous to society


The end is near but the past is behind us
We are approaching the end of our time, but we can't undo what we've done in the past


We're breaking the silence
We're speaking out and taking action instead of remaining passive


Get behind us as the coastline decreases on this concrete island
We're rallying others to support us in the face of a shrinking world dominated by human structures


We're against everything you believe in
Our views are opposed to those of mainstream society


We're just spitting the truth we're not preaching
We're speaking the truth without trying to persuade others to our beliefs


You wanna tell me how the fuck it ever came to this?
We demand an explanation for how we've ended up in such dire circumstances


We gotta rise up let a better world exist
We must take action to make the world a better place for ourselves and future generations


The outcome'll always cause a twist
There will always be unexpected consequences to our actions and decisions


We bite the hand that feeds us shit
We're rebelling against the sources of the problems we're facing


So is there gonna be a way back?
Can we still find a way to undo the damage we've done and improve the situation?


Let's counteract the attack
We must take action to fight against the negative forces threatening our existence


I will wait for you to look me in the eye
I want you to face me and confront the consequences of your actions


Feed me your bullshit
Stop lying to me and denying the truth


Feed me your lies
Stop trying to deceive me and others with falsehoods


Yeah the view's so sick from the top
Those in power are enjoying their wealth and status while ignoring the suffering of others


You just can't get enough
You're addicted to power and status and can't stop pursuing more


When you're flying this high
At the pinnacle of power and success


There's a higher drop
The fall from grace is worse the higher up you go, so enjoy it while it lasts


Torn from the sky
Falling from grace and losing one's status or power


There's no way back up
Once you've lost everything, you can't regain it


There's not much longer to live
Our time as a civilization is short


Turn around look what you did
Reflect on our actions and the sacrifices we've made for short-sighted gains


You created a demon
Our actions have caused major issues that are now out of control


Watch this unfold
Witness the catastrophic consequences of our actions


With every breath days become old
Time is running out fast, and we must act while we still can




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@ozanyildiz7106

The most underrated band on earth.

@Chazzeruni

Such an underrated group. Amazing song once again, love all the vocals.

@UponThisAltar

This is straight fire. It's so upsetting you guys don't have more views.

@Ghost17110

This guitar tone and mix is INSANE, did Timfy do it all?

@blasher4

Not sure. Sounds like he's using BIAS amp sim...

@HacktivistUK

no bIAS

@blasher4

Oh I see. What is it?

@Ghost17110

Byte MUSIC Probably Axe FX 2.

Plugins work great for what they are (Brian Hood and Buster Odeholm have achieved great results with TSE X50, and "the" Joey Sturgis sound is POD Farm/Toneforge), but the Axe FX just goes that extra mile.

@paulreuter3284

He is using the Kemper

@MattRach

Pure dope boys !

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