Formerly of the band Clickhaze.
Back Against the Wall
Hogni Lyrics
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Where are you gonna go
Can't you see
Your best is never enough
And you can't make ends meet
You've fallen so far behind
You're slowly falling through
But I'll never, never give in
I'll find the fighter in me
Who fights to the end
See, I was born and raised
With my back against the wall
There must be some kind of way
Out of here, out of here
Be some kind of way
Out of here, out of here
And though all my troubles
Take me far from home
I'll never be lost and not found
He who aims to shoot
Takes his orders with pride
I'm next in line
To pay my debt with my life
Oh Lord, forgive them
They don't know what they're doing
My voice is weak, just a whisper
My hands are broken
But I have written a letter
To remind my love
That she was born and raised
With her back against the wall
There must be some kind of way
Out of here, out of here
There must be some kind of way
Out of here, out of here
And though all my troubles
Take me far from home
I'll never be lost and not found
The lyrics to Hogni's song Back Against the Wall depict a story of someone who has hit rock bottom, and despite feeling like they have no way out, refuse to give up. The opening verse sets the scene for the listener, expressing a sense of hopelessness and struggle as the person tries to survive day to day. Hogni questions the listener, asking “what’s your next move” and “where are you gonna go,” highlighting the feeling of being stuck in a harsh reality with no clear way out. The lyrics then emphasize the futility of the individual’s struggle: “your best is never enough” and “you can’t make ends meet.” The bridge of the song is the most powerful moment, with Hogni telling the listener that despite how hard life can be, he will never give up. He encourages the listener to fight, saying “I’ll find the fighter in me who fights to the end.”
The second verse takes a more political and emotional turn, using language reminiscent of activism and protest. The phrase “there must be some kind of way out of here” echoes Bob Dylan’s “All Along the Watchtower” and the civil rights movement of the 1960s, while the line “He who aims to shoot takes his orders with pride, I'm next in line to pay my debts with my life” alludes to the idea that the person the song is referring to is a soldier tasked with fighting in a war they may disagree with. The final verse speaks directly to a loved one, with Hogni telling his partner that she too has a history of overcoming challenges - “she was born and raised with her back against the wall” - and that despite the physical and emotional toll of their struggle, they have not lost their sense of identity or purpose.
Line by Line Meaning
What's your next move
As I can see that you are in a tough situation, what are your plans to get out of it?
Where are you gonna go
I see you are feeling stuck and hopeless, so have you considered other options or routes to resolve your problems?
Can't you see
I want you to realize that what you are currently doing or how you're approaching the problem isn't working out for you.
Your best is never enough
You are putting in your best efforts, but unfortunately, it's still not enough to overcome the obstacles.
And you can't make ends meet
You are struggling to make ends meet, as you're unable to generate enough income to pay for your basic needs and expenses.
You've fallen so far behind
You have fallen so far behind your life goals and other responsibilities, that it seems impossible to catch up now.
You're slowly falling through
You are in a situation where it seems like you are falling apart slowly, and there's not much you can do to stop it.
Yeah, I may break
Even though I may feel like breaking down and giving up under pressure, I will not surrender.
But I'll never, never give in
I will never give in to the adversity and try my best to overcome it.
I'll find the fighter in me
I'll dig deep within myself to summon the willpower and determination to fight back against the obstacles I'm facing.
Who fights to the end
I'll keep fighting until the end, as I believe it's important to never give up in life.
See, I was born and raised
I came from a background where life was not easy, and I had to struggle to survive since birth.
With my back against the wall
Since I have always faced challenges and obstacles, I have learned to be resilient and find ways to fight back without giving up.
There must be some kind of way
I hope there's a way out of this difficult situation I am in at the moment.
Out of here, out of here
I want to get out of this situation and find some relief from the struggle and stress.
And though all my troubles
Even if my problems and issues are taking me far away from my comfort zone,
Take me far from home
I will never feel lost and will always try to find a way to come back to my true self eventually.
I'll never be lost and not found
Even if I'm struggling to find my way right now, I know that I'll eventually come back stronger and more resilient than ever before.
He who aims to shoot
Anyone who takes a weapon with the intent to use it,
Takes his orders with pride
Is following the commands of someone else with unwavering pride and commitment.
I'm next in line
I am the next person in a long line of people who have been forced to repay debts of honor with their lives.
To pay my debt with my life
I have no choice but to repay my obligations to others, even if it means putting my own life on the line.
Oh Lord, forgive them
Please forgive those who are forcing me to make these difficult and often dangerous choices.
They don't know what they're doing
I believe that the people who are causing me pain and hardship are ignorant and blinded by their desires or agenda, and not fully cognizant of the harm they're causing.
My voice is weak, just a whisper
Despite the hardships and the physical and emotional strain it's taken on me, I will still do my best to speak out and advocate for what I know is right.
My hands are broken
Even though I might not have the physical strength to fix or solve everything, I will still try to make a difference with what I can do with my limited resources.
But I have written a letter
In my darkest moments, I have found solace and release by expressing my feelings and hopes through writing.
To remind my love
To help cope with the pain of being separated from a loved one, I have written a heartfelt message to my loved one back home.
That she was born and raised
To share an emotional connection with my loved one, I remind them that we both came from a background of struggle and hardship.
With her back against the wall
Despite the odds we face, I reassure my loved one that we have the strength to persevere and fight against whatever life throws at us.
Contributed by Josiah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
HOGNI
Thanks a lot for all the positive feedback! It's deeply appreciated!
MapleYuu
When will the next songs from the album come out on youtube?
HOGNI
Really soon! :)
ejthejetplane
Never stop making music! Your style is rad
Slater
I absolutely love your new album so far! I was a big fan of Soul company and right attitude. Love your work and music so much, please keep it up :D <3
SighGuyy
Your songs are perfect for gaming keep up the good work
John Snow
This is a great song man...keep doing what your doing.
MapleYuu
Great song Hogni! Can't wait for more!
Rise
Amazing song as always !! :)
Fkjb69
Love it, great song was waiting to hear some Hogni again :D