Président
I Am X Lyrics
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They blind, they breed the hate
Under their wing we're scientists
We swallow what they fake
For all you lonely boys
I will be president
In all you sons of men
Most fall in line, they do the dance
And salute the safest thing
Bought with their lives, cry and socialize
And throw all the beauty away
For all you lonely boys
I will be president
In all you sons of men
I can be accident
The lyrics to "President" by I Am X explore themes of control, manipulation, and conformity. The lines "They pull our strings, the animals / They blind, they breed the hate" suggest that those in power exert their influence over society like puppeteers, intentionally causing them to turn on each other. The image of being "under their wing" implies that scientific technology is being harnessed to maintain control over the population. However, this is only possible because many people choose to "swallow what they fake," blindly accepting the narratives presented to them.
The chorus of the song offers a glimmer of hope, as the singer declares that he will stand up for those who feel alienated or lonely, and will be their leader ("For all you lonely boys / I will be president"). However, the line "In all you sons of men / I can be accident" is more ambiguous. It could suggest that the singer's rise to power is accidental, perhaps indicating that even well-intentioned leaders can fall victim to the corrupt and manipulative systems they seek to dismantle.
Overall, the lyrics to "President" are a powerful critique of societal structures that foster conformity and maintain the status quo through manipulation and control. The song urges listeners to resist these forces and seek out leaders who prioritize empathy, integrity, and human connection.
Line by Line Meaning
They pull our strings, the animals
The powerful control us like puppets
They blind, they breed the hate
They manipulate us to hate and fear
Under their wing we're scientists
We blindly follow their lead as if we're conducting experiments
We swallow what they fake
We consume their lies as truth
For all you lonely boys
For those who feel isolated and disconnected from society
I will be president
I will be the leader and provide a sense of belonging
In all you sons of men
In all of humanity
I can be accident
I can be the unpredictable change that shakes things up
Most fall in line, they do the dance
Most people conform and follow the status quo
And salute the safest thing
They support what is perceived as the least risky option
Bought with their lives, cry and socialize
They prioritize material possessions and social status over genuine emotions
And throw all the beauty away
They discard the beauty in life for superficial pleasures
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRIS CORNER
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@ADevilFromHeaven
I was a 17-year old lonely boy crying on the bathroom floor when I found this. I'm 28 year old lonely man crying on the kitchen floor nowadays. You will forever be my president, Chris <3
@barbaraschum2427
You will fight your loneliness and be happy one day, I am sure. Sending you a hug <3
@ADevilFromHeaven
@@barbaraschum2427 Thank you soo much. ❤ Somehow I missed your comment. My life has been a mess these few months.
@barbaraschum2427
@@ADevilFromHeaven I don't know what's been going on in your life but I wish I could help you somehow. Just remember that you are strong enough to get through these times and one day you will look back at this period in your life and you will be proud of yourself for not giving up. Sending you many hugs!! ❤
@ADevilFromHeaven
@@barbaraschum2427 Just you writing this to me helps a lot. Thanks ❤ Its been the worst year of my life with a messy separation resulting in homelessness (but i will have a home on monday) .
@barbaraschum2427
@@ADevilFromHeaven I'm so sorry to hear that you had to experience this.. I can't imagine what it must have been like. But I'm genuinely happy that you managed to find a home. Did you maybe have some friends that let you sleep at their place during these times? I hope everything will turn out amazing in your life from now on. I wish you the best ❤
@itsmejahoo
I was a teen when I discovered IAMX. I am now 35… Still love them to this day. A tattoo for them, but have only seen them once in Montreal. Chris is beautiful inside and out. His music has saved me over the years. No joke.
@user-ui4cq5yb4d
אין כמו אימא בעולם!!!!!!!!
@mikeweckenmann7499
Criminally underrated
@alicecooper1162
Да!