Hollow Ground
Hatebreed Lyrics

From nothing we have risen and from nothing we still rise
Despite our humble beginnings, we have achieved success and continue to do so.

Take your life back
Reclaim control and power of your own life.

Fight, fight
Emphasizing the need to take action, to struggle, and to persevere.

Will you fight to take your life back?
A call to action to fight for one's life and future.

Ask yourself what's truly yours in life
Reflect on your life and determine what truly belongs to you.

Are you in control or someone's slave?
Questioning whether any outside forces are controlling or manipulating you.

All that you cherish, all that you love
The things in life that are most important and valuable.

In the blink of an eye can be taken from you
Life is fragile and can suddenly be changed or removed entirely.

In moments of tragedy we bond
Difficult times can bring people together and strengthen relationships.

And in weakness clarity thrives
During times of vulnerability, one can gain clarity and understanding.

I've been blessed with the inspiration
Feeling fortunate to have been granted motivation or determination.

To take what little I have and always strive
Using any resources available to continually pursue one's goals.

Sometimes surviving is all that you can do
Acknowledging that survival alone can be a difficult feat.

I never claimed to have all the answers or the solutions
Admitting that there are things beyond one's control or range of knowledge.

My satisfaction is knowing, that my desires will not be killed
Finding fulfillment in knowing that personal desires and goals will not be destroyed or abandoned.

With a readiness to defend what is mine and never compromise
Being prepared to protect and preserve what one has, without sacrificing values or integrity.

The foundation of our lives
The fundamental basis of one's existence.

Built on hollow ground
Metaphorical reference to the shaky, unstable foundation of life.

We must unlearn the prejudice
Recognizing and undoing preconceived biases.

We must unlearn the lies
Rejecting false beliefs and misinformation.

I've seen the calloused
Having witnessed those who are emotionally hardened or desensitized.

I know the jaded
Understanding those who have become disillusioned or pessimistic over time.

I've been disheartened and I've lost control
Experiencing moments of discouragement and feeling powerless.

But I never crumbled in the face of adversity
Having faced challenges but never giving up or breaking down.

And I always force myself to believe
Encouraging oneself to maintain hope and optimism, even in difficult times.

Are you willing to fight?
Asking if someone is prepared to struggle or persevere.

Are you willing?
Posing the question of whether someone is ready for a challenge or task.

Take your life back
Reclaim control and power of your own life.

Fight fight
Emphasizing the need to take action, to struggle, and to persevere.

Will you fight to take your life back?
A call to action to fight for one's life and future.