Revolutions and Executions
Hit the Lights Lyrics
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See I can't stay singing all the same things
It means more than that to me
It's not a revolution, it's an execution
And it's common courtesy
I won't fade out, rather burn it down
Take risks, talk's cheap when you're broke as hell
Guess it's up to my lungs, yeah
Come on (in these times you wanna)
Step back, relax, just breathe, don't react
The worst thing you could ever do is let them get the best of you
Step back (step back), relax (relax), just breathe and don't hold back
Find what matters most to you, stay the course and fight
I think I figured it out
And I won't wait
Staying in the same place when I know where I should be
Part of a solution, this is retribution for the shit you fed to me
'Cause I found myself and I lived to tell
Rise up, move on and you give 'em hell
Guess it's up to my lungs, yeah, guess it's up to my tongue to spit it out
Step back, relax, just breathe, don't react
The worst thing you could ever do is let them get the best of you
Step back (step back), relax (relax), just breathe and don't hold back
Find what matters most to you, stay the course and fight
I think I figured it out
I think it's time we find a way of curing this disorder
You're a disease and I've got the answer (transplant a spine)
Insides out before I put you under
Patch up your knees and dig out the cancer
Step back, relax, just breathe, don't react
The worst thing you could ever do is let them get the best of you
Step back (step back), relax (relax), just breathe and don't hold back
Find what matters most to you, stay the course and fight
I think I figured it out
The worst thing you could ever do is let them get the best of you
Step back, relax, just breathe and don't hold back
Find what matters most to you, stay the course and fight
I think I figured it (out)
The song βRevolutions and Executionsβ by Hit the Lights is about taking control of oneβs life and not being content to simply go through the motions. The opening lines of the song suggest that the singer has discovered a newfound purpose, and they refuse to simply sing about the same old things. The next lines clarify that the singer sees their actions as more than just a simple revolution - they are looking for a complete execution of their vision.
The next section of the song encourages the listener to take a step back and assess their life before reacting to any difficult situations. The singer implies that the worst thing one could do is to allow others to get the best of them. Instead, itβs important to find what matters most and fight for it, while staying true to oneβs chosen path. The songβs final lines suggest that the singer has found a solution to their problems and is ready to move forward fearlessly, regardless of any obstacles in their way.
Overall, βRevolutions and Executionsβ is a powerful anthem about taking charge of oneβs life and finding the strength to overcome adversity. The song encourages the listener to stay true to their beliefs and stand up for what they think is right.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I figured it out
I finally understand what I need to do
See I can't stay singing all the same things
I need to sing about something more important than what I've been singing about before
It means more than that to me
This is personal to me and I care deeply about it
It's not a revolution, it's an execution
I'm not trying to change the world, I'm trying to take down something specific and make it right
And it's common courtesy
It's simply the right thing to do
I won't fade out, rather burn it down
I will not quietly disappear, I will actively make change
Take risks, talk's cheap when you're broke as hell
I have nothing left to lose, so I need to take bold steps
Guess it's up to my lungs, yeah
It's my responsibility to speak up
Guess it's up to my tongue to spit it out
I need to be exact and forceful in what I say
Come on (in these times you wanna)
You need to be strong and decisive in difficult times
Step back, relax, just breathe, don't react
Don't let others control your actions, take a moment to evaluate before you respond
Find what matters most to you, stay the course and fight
You need to find your purpose and stick to it no matter what
And I won't wait
I won't put this off any longer
Staying in the same place when I know where I should be
I know I need to make a change, but I've been hesitant to do so
Part of a solution, this is retribution for the shit you fed to me
I'm not just complaining or blaming, I have a plan and I'm taking action
'Cause I found myself and I lived to tell
I've discovered who I am and what I need to do, and I'm not afraid to speak my truth
Rise up, move on and you give 'em hell
Don't let others hold you down, stand up and fight back
I think it's time we find a way of curing this disorder
We need to find a solution to this problem and fix it for good
You're a disease and I've got the answer (transplant a spine)
You are the root of the problem and I know exactly how to fix it
Insides out before I put you under
I will expose the truth about you before taking you down
Patch up your knees and dig out the cancer
I will help you recover from your own toxicity, even if it's painful
The worst thing you could ever do is let them get the best of you
Don't let others control you or make you feel inferior
Find what matters most to you, stay the course and fight
Stay true to your beliefs and fight for what's important to you
I think I figured it (out)
I am confident in my plan and ready to take action
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management
Written by: Kevin Mahoney, Nathan VanDame, Nicholas Thompson, Omar Zehery
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
dan3the1man1
This album is phenomenal.
mads
Loving this whole album!
inkybinkyinkish
Definitely my fave, all the songs are A+ though!!
Crystal Southard
this album is sounding so good!
Anthony Paredes
Haven't listened to them since skip school start fights & there first album (original singer) & this shit is good. I love the chorus mannn "step back relax just breathe & don't react!"
Casey Parks
This song is incredible as is the whole record. Summer music!
AparTall
love it
The Don of No Van
Punk shall not die.
777Harlequin
sliiightly cliche'd lyrics here but..... such a wonderful album. Nice to here them making sounds like this again :D
RX Bandit
The best song of the 2010s. Period.