Al-Ghabah
Hayajan Lyrics


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يروى عن قصة في وسط الغابة
كأنها الجنة كأنها الجنة
يرأس الغابة حيوان مفترس
زعيم الغابة زعيم الغابة
أدخل الرعب في قلوب العامة
كي يسيطر عليهم يسيطر عليهم
وإن ‏أرادوا الدفاع عن حقوقهم
هجم عليهم هجم عليهم
حاول الكثير الصمود ‏ولكن
لا شيء

بعد ظلم طويل قررت الغابة
أن يثوروا عليه يثوروا عليه
خطط الماكر وبكل نذالة
حرق الغابة حرق الغابة ‏
مات منهم الكثير وهرب الباقي
قصة سعيدة قصة سعيدة
بقي وحده جالس على عرشه
والأرض دوارة والأرض دوارة
رفعت الأيادي إلى السماء ولكن
لا شيء





حاولوا.. حاولوا.. حاولوا.. لا شيء

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hayajan's song "Al-Ghabah" paint a vivid and allegorical picture of a story set in the midst of a forest, described as if it were paradise. The forest is ruled by a fierce predator, depicted as the leader of the jungle who strikes fear into the hearts of the general population in order to assert his dominance over them. Those who attempt to defend their rights are met with aggression and attack, leaving them with no means of resistance. This portrayal reflects the imbalance of power and oppression that exists in society, where the powerful exploit and control the weak for their own gain.


As the oppression persists and the jungle dwellers endure a long period of injustice, they eventually reach a breaking point and decide to rise up against their tyrannical ruler. The cunning and deceitful leader resorts to malicious tactics, such as setting fire to the forest, resulting in loss of life and forcing the remaining inhabitants to flee. Despite this dark turn of events, the story is ironically portrayed as a happy one, perhaps highlighting the ultimate triumph of justice and liberation, even in the face of adversity and sacrifice.


Amidst the chaos and destruction, only one individual remains seated upon his throne, symbolizing the persistence of power and authority amidst the chaos and uncertainty that ensues. The cycle of violence and struggle seems to continue endlessly, as the masses raise their hands to the sky in a gesture of defiance, but ultimately find themselves met with futility and despair. The repeated calls for resistance and attempts to overcome the injustices depicted in the lyrics reinforce the harsh reality of inequality and the struggle for liberation against systemic oppression.


Overall, "Al-Ghabah" uses the imagery of the jungle and its inhabitants to metaphorically convey the themes of power dynamics, resistance, and the cyclical nature of oppression. The song serves as a poignant reflection on societal injustices and the ongoing struggle for equality and liberation, urging listeners to acknowledge and confront the oppressive forces that seek to maintain control and dominance over the marginalized and vulnerable.


Line by Line Meaning

يروى عن قصة في وسط الغابة
There is a tale told in the heart of the forest


كأنها الجنة كأنها الجنة
As if it were paradise, as if it were paradise


يرأس الغابة حيوان مفترس
A predatory animal rules the forest


زعيم الغابة زعيم الغابة
The leader of the forest, the leader of the forest


أدخل الرعب في قلوب العامة
Instilled fear in the hearts of the public


كي يسيطر عليهم يسيطر عليهم
To control them, to control them


وإن ‏أرادوا الدفاع عن حقوقهم
If they wanted to defend their rights


هجم عليهم هجم عليهم
He attacked them, he attacked them


حاول الكثير الصمود ‏ولكن
Many tried to resist, but


لا شيء
To no avail


بعد ظلم طويل قررت الغابة
After long oppression, the forest decided


أن يثوروا عليه يثوروا عليه
To revolt against him, to revolt against him


خطط الماكر وبكل نذالة
Devious schemes and treachery


حرق الغابة حرق الغابة ‏
Burning the forest, burning the forest


مات منهم الكثير وهرب الباقي
Many died and the rest fled


قصة سعيدة قصة سعيدة
A happy ending, a happy ending


بقي وحده جالس على عرشه
Alone, seated on his throne


والأرض دوارة والأرض دوارة
While the earth spins, while the earth spins


رفعت الأيادي إلى السماء ولكن
Hands raised to the sky, but


لا شيء
To no avail


حاولوا.. حاولوا.. حاولوا.. لا شيء
They tried... they tried... they tried... to no avail




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ALAA VARDI, AMJAD SHAHROUR, HAKAM ABU AL SOUD, MOHAMMAD IDREI, ODAI ALSHAWAGFE

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Comments from YouTube:

DarkFnh

I am loving the rhythm of this song and how it relates to the Syrian revolution ..

The sad lyrics with sarcastic undertones are perfect ..

mohamed hamid

في يوم جميل سيكون نظام الغابة يشبه جمالها❤️❤️❤️ شكرا بكل الحب هيجان

Niggets brand

التوزيع الموسيقي أقل ما يقال عنه انه عبقري ومن عالم اخر ولكن عندي تحفظ على الكلمات انها ماخده اتجاه freestyle اكثر وغير متناسقة في الوزن وفي التزامن مع اللحن ، فرقة عظيمة استمرو

Ali

Great work! Sounds influenced by Everything Everything.
I appreciate that you haven't given up on underground styles you're passionate about.

Adib B

Exceptional work ya shabab! The song is quite phenomenal in its message and instrumentation. Love you all and thank you for releasing inspiring Arabic music!

Rami Ramitto

روعة ،ورسالة واضحة ! كل الحب من متابعكم منذ البداية ⁦♥️

Metalheads Corporation

i love you man! genius music, genius lyrics! <3

Itam Singa

Your lyrics are so radical!!! I love it ✌🏽✌🏽✌🏽❤️❤️❤️

Mohamed hagagy

اول اغنية علقت معايا من الالبوم ❤ ومش عارف اتأقلم غير انها عن الثورة السورية ✌

Qusai Kitchen

اعتقد انها تتماشى مع واقع جميع الدول العربية كون السلطة المتغطرسة دائماً ما تلصم الافواه و تقطع الألسن و تبتر الايدي المرفوعة و تكسر الاقدام الساعيه وراء حقوقها و تعمي الاعين عن حقائق واضحة .. و كل هذا بمساعدة عبيد الدولة المغيبين اهل العبودية و الذل و الخنوع

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