Taken
Hacktivist Lyrics


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Before your time's up
These bars will open your mind up
The spirit inside ya will live on 'til time's done
But when the lights go out you might not rise up again like the sun
So embrace the present
You never know when you might lose somebody you love
Grievance hasn't got a button you can just turn off
Gotta stay true to yourself at any cost
Ascend to the sky, you won't get lost
When a loved one's here for a second then gone
Your heart beats to the sound of the drum
When someone above's still sending you signals
Letting you know you're not on your own
Hold onto your people
Coz we were born alone, we won't die alone

You will never lose face by offering a shoulder
Bring them into your space
When the world seems like it's colder
You will never lose face by offering a shoulder
Bring them into your space

I've got love for friends and family who have fallen
Regardless of distance I know none of us here wanna be forgotten
Yeah times get rough for the best of us and daily life is just way too much
Coz we're riding the waves in the ocean
Lost hope and faith and you're feeling crushed
We all need to move forward
Need to see that there's something more than what we had coz we have it all
Emotions rise then emotions fall
Feel pushed back and against the wall
A positive mind will keep you strong
Strike the match, ignite the flames, so we can carry on

You will never lose face by offering a shoulder
Bring them into your space
When the world seems like it's colder
You will never lose face by offering a shoulder
Bring them into your space

There comes a time in life when someone will want you by their side
And need you to keep them strong
Alone they fall but we are one
There will be a time
When everything's fine or so it seems
Left with memories, holding onto dreams

You will never lose face by offering a shoulder




Bring them into your space
When the world seems like it's colder

Overall Meaning

The first verse of the song, "Taken," by Hacktivist illustrates an emotional message about the importance of living in the present moment with loved ones. The lyrics encourage the listener to embrace the moment since it is uncertain when they might lose someone close to them. The verse also acknowledges that grief is not something that can simply be turned off like a button, and that we need to remain true to ourselves even if it comes with a cost. The message highlights the importance of holding onto people because we were born alone, but we don't have to die alone.


The second verse talks about the concept of lending a shoulder to cry on, and the idea that we never lose face by offering support to others in need. It reminds the listener that it's crucial to bring them into our space, especially when the world feels harsh, cold, and cruel. The verse also expresses the pain of losing friends and family and how, regardless of distance, none of us want to be forgotten. It highlights the importance of having a positive mindset to withstand the difficulties of daily life and how such a mindset will help us stay strong.


In conclusion, "Taken" is a poignant track that imparts a message of hope, love, and unity in the face of hardship. It encourages the listener to live in the moment, treasure relationships, lend a helping hand to others, and stay strong in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Before your time's up
You should take advantage of the time you have.


These bars will open your mind up
The lyrics will enlighten you and help you see things from a different perspective.


The spirit inside ya will live on 'til time's done
Your spirit will last forever, beyond your physical body.


But when the lights go out you might not rise up again like the sun
Death can come unexpectedly, like a sudden light going out.


So embrace the present
Live in the moment and appreciate what you have while you have it.


You never know when you might lose somebody you love
Death can come unexpectedly and you should cherish the people in your life.


Grievance hasn't got a button you can just turn off
Grief is a complex emotion that can't be easily ignored or turned off.


Gotta stay true to yourself at any cost
You should always be authentic and honest with yourself, no matter what the people around you think.


Ascend to the sky, you won't get lost
Keep working hard and you'll succeed, even if the path isn't always clear.


When a loved one's here for a second then gone
People can come into your life and leave just as quickly.


Your heart beats to the sound of the drum
You should follow your instincts and follow your heart.


When someone above's still sending you signals
Even when someone is gone, you can still feel connected to them and receive signs from them.


Letting you know you're not on your own
You're not alone in your struggles, even when it feels that way.


Hold onto your people
Cherish the people in your life and hold onto them tightly.


Coz we were born alone, we won't die alone
We all come into the world alone, but we'll have people with us when we leave it.


You will never lose face by offering a shoulder
You won't look weak if you offer support to others.


Bring them into your space
Invite people into your life and offer them your support.


When the world seems like it's colder
During tough times, people need support more than ever.


I've got love for friends and family who have fallen
Even when people are gone, you can still love and remember them.


Regardless of distance I know none of us here wanna be forgotten
No one wants to be forgotten, no matter where they are or who they're with.


Yeah times get rough for the best of us and daily life is just way too much
No one is immune to struggles and the challenges of life can be overwhelming.


Coz we're riding the waves in the ocean
Life is full of ups and downs, and it can be difficult to navigate.


Lost hope and faith and you're feeling crushed
When you feel hopeless and defeated, it can be hard to see a way out.


We all need to move forward
Even when things are tough, we need to keep pushing and striving for more.


Need to see that there's something more than what we had coz we have it all
We should be grateful for what we have, but still strive for more and look for new opportunities.


Emotions rise then emotions fall
The nature of emotions is to ebb and flow.


Feel pushed back and against the wall
Sometimes it can feel like life is pushing against you from all sides.


A positive mind will keep you strong
Having a positive attitude can help you overcome challenges and stay resilient.


Strike the match, ignite the flames, so we can carry on
We need to take action and keep moving forward, even when it feels difficult.


There comes a time in life when someone will want you by their side
People will need support and companionship at different times in their lives.


And need you to keep them strong
In difficult times, people need others to help support them and give them strength.


Alone they fall but we are one
When people are alone, they're more likely to struggle and fall; but together we can be stronger.


There will be a time
One day, something will happen or change.


When everything's fine or so it seems
Sometimes things can seem perfect or better than they actually are on the surface.


Left with memories, holding onto dreams
When people are gone or situations change, all that's left are memories and hopes for the future.




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Comments from YouTube:

@vladpetkevich9911

This literally has everything I love in music:
- solid but melodic metal riffs
- post-rock ish tremolo guitars
- beast rapping
- clean singing

YAY!

@theweirdbritishguy5035

Anyone else likes Rou's facial expressions and hand movements in this vid? (As well as his awesome singing!)

@tommydrumbeats

Djenter Shikari

@joeh2o171

+Tom Mandery This is the single greatest comment I have seen on YouTube all day!

@stellarsoulgaming728

I hate you lol

@BartyDrummer

Shikarivist :D

@danongorf4721

Rou's voice can make me want to shout protests in the street one minute, the next he can have me in tears. Respect.

@bazhc

Well. This is huge. That's what she said.

@ninjabiatch101

This chorus has been in my memory since it came out and I could not for the life of me remember what it was from.
DEFINITELY would've never guessed it was an old Hacktivist song ._.

@Embersword281

Rou's vocals worked so well with this track, i love the collab

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