Anarchy
Inner Terrestrials Lyrics
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Here's a rough idea of what it means to me
It's just my view
Doesn't mean it's true
But I think it's only fair to explain to you
Giros don't mean freedom
Nor does special brew
Maybe you've forgotten what I thought you knew
Freedom
Ain't the offie
It don't come in bags and wraps
There's a funny smell pervading and it isn't me that shat
When I was green and young
I thought all this was fun
It took over my life and I saw what I had become
I saw the rebels
Had a leader
And it's name was Babylon
And I've realised it's the poison that can stop us from being strong
If nihilist addiction
Gives a sense that you belong
And you think that it's freedom
Then I'm telling you
You're wrong
The song "Anarchy" by Inner Terrestrials is a commentary on the misconceptions surrounding anarchy and freedom. The opening lines suggest a discussion, as the singer states they want to explain their own perspective on anarchy. They believe in the concept of anarchy, but also acknowledge that their view is personal and not necessarily universal. The song then delves into the idea that anarchy is often associated with countercultural practices such as drinking, drug use, and unemployment, represented by the references to giros and special brew. However, the singer reminds the listener that these actions do not inherently lead to freedom.
The chorus of the song reinforces that freedom, which is often perceived as a byproduct of anarchy, cannot be bought or sold at a corner shop. The repeated line "it don't come in bags and wraps" suggests that true freedom is not a tangible commodity. The third verse is the most introspective, as the singer reflects on their own journey as a rebel. The line "when I was green and young, I thought all this was fun" suggests that the singer was initially drawn to the anarchic lifestyle, but ultimately recognized that it was not sustainable. The song ends with a warning to those who may mistake nihilist addiction for freedom, stating that it ultimately weakens rather than strengthens.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's have a brief chat about anarchy
I want to share my view on anarchy with you
Here's a rough idea of what it means to me
I have a general understanding of anarchy that I want to explain
It's just my view
This is my personal opinion
Doesn't mean it's true
My opinion may not be factual
But I think it's only fair to explain to you
I believe it is important to share my perspective with you
Giros don't mean freedom
Collecting unemployment benefits does not equate to freedom
Nor does special brew
Alcohol (specifically Special Brew brand) does not bring freedom
Maybe you've forgotten what I thought you knew
You may have lost sight of something important that I once shared with you
Pants down to the Ketamine crew
This line likely refers to the dangers of drug use and the potential negative consequences that can come from it
Freedom / Ain't the offie / It don't come in bags and wraps
True freedom cannot be bought or sold, and cannot be found in illegal substances
There's a funny smell pervading and it isn't me that shat
There is something not right or perhaps even dangerous in the anarchist culture, and I am not responsible for it
When I was green and young / I thought all this was fun / It took over my life and I saw what I had become
The artist used to find anarchism exciting, but eventually saw the negative impact it had on their life
I saw the rebels / Had a leader / And it's name was Babylon
The singer realized that the anarchist 'rebels' were actually following a toxic leader, which hindered their true freedoms
And I've realised it's the poison that can stop us from being strong
Anarchy is a toxic force that can weaken individuals and communities
If nihilist addiction / Gives a sense that you belong / And you think that it's freedom / Then I'm telling you / You're wrong
If you feel like you belong to the anarchist community due to a destructive addiction, then you are not truly experiencing freedom
Contributed by Noah C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.