Wavin´ flag
K´naan Lyrics
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They'll call me freedom
Just like a waving flag
[Chorus]
When I get older, I will be stronger,
They'll call me freedom, just like a Waving Flag,
And then it goes back, and then it goes back,
To the throne, stronger than Rome
But violent prone, poor people zone,
But it's my home, all I have known,
Where I got grown, streets we would roam.
But out of the darkness, I came the farthest,
Among the hardest survival.
Learn from these streets, it can be bleak,
Accept no defeat
Surrender retreat
So we struggling, fighting to eat and
We wondering when we'll be free,
So we patiently wait, for that fateful day,
It's not far away, so for now we say
[Chorus]
So many wars, settling scores,
Bringing us promises, leaving us poor,
I heard them say, love is the way,
Love is the answer, that's what they say,
But look how they treat us, make us believers,
We fight their battles, then they deceive us,
Try to control us, they couldn't hold us,
'Cause we just move forward like Buffalo Soldiers.
But we struggling, fighting to eat,
And we wondering, when we'll be free
So we patiently wait, for that faithful day,
It's not far away, but for now we say,
[Chorus:Repeat x2]
And everybody will be singing it
And you and I will be singing it
And we all will be singing it
[Chorus:Repeat x2]
When I get older, when I get older
I will be stronger, just like a waving flag,
Just like a waving flag, just like a waving flag
Flag, flag, just like a waving flag
The song "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan is a powerful representation of hope, perseverance, and the spirit of resilience in the face of oppression and struggle. The lyrics speak to the idea of rising up against adversity and fighting for freedom, even in the darkest times. The opening lines, "When I get older, I will be stronger, they'll call me freedom, just like a waving flag," indicate one's eventual triumph over adversity and their rebirth as a symbol of freedom and strength.
Throughout the song, K'naan references his struggles growing up in Somalia and the harsh realities that came with it. He speaks of violence, poverty, and struggle, but ultimately, his resilience and determination to keep fighting prevail. He sings, "Learn from these streets, it can be bleak, accept no defeat, surrender retreat." Here, he encourages listeners to never give up, even when times get tough, and to continue pushing forward no matter what.
The chorus repeats the idea of strength and freedom, with K'naan stating that he will be like a waving flag, a symbol of hope and resilience. The repetition of the chorus serves as a reminder of the ultimate goal: to achieve freedom and overcome one's struggles.
Overall, "Wavin' Flag" serves as an anthem of hope and resilience, inspiring listeners to persevere through their struggles and fight for a better future.
Line by Line Meaning
When I get older, I will be stronger
As I mature, my strength will increase
They'll call me freedom
I will earn the title of freedom
Just like a waving flag
I will proudly display my freedom for all to see
And then it goes back, and then it goes back, and then it goes back
Freedom will spread and continue to be celebrated
To the throne, stronger than Rome
Despite being in a poor area, my home is filled with strength
But violent prone, poor people zone
My home is often plagued with violence and poverty
But it's my home, all I have known
Despite the struggles, my home is my comfort and familiarity
Where I got grown, streets we would roam
I grew up on these streets, where we would wander and explore
But out of the darkness, I came the farthest, among the hardest survival
I managed to overcome difficult circumstances and rise above them
Learn from these streets, it can be bleak, accept no defeat
I have learned valuable lessons from these tough streets, and refuse to be defeated
Surrender retreat
I will never give up or give in
So we struggling, fighting to eat and
We are fighting to survive and provide for ourselves
We wondering when we'll be free
We are hopeful for a future of freedom
So we patiently wait, for that fateful day, it's not far away, so for now we say
We are waiting for the day when our freedom will come, but until then, we remain hopeful and optimistic
So many wars, settling scores, bringing us promises, leaving us poor
War and conflict have left us with empty promises and poverty
I heard them say, love is the way, love is the answer, that's what they say
People speak of love as the solution to our problems
But look how they treat us, make us believers, we fight their battles, then they deceive us
Despite being told to believe in love, those in power mistreat and take advantage of us
Try to control us, they couldn't hold us, 'Cause we just move forward like Buffalo Soldiers
Those in power may try to control us, but we will continue to push forward like the Buffalo Soldiers
And everybody will be singing it, and you and I will be singing it, and we all will be singing it
Our celebration of freedom will be contagious and spread to all
When I get older, when I get older, I will be stronger, just like a waving flag, just like a waving flag, just like a waving flag
My strength will continue to grow as I proudly wave my flag of freedom
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC, SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: GUETTA, DAVID / WARSAME, KEINAN / VAN DE WALL, NIK / LAWRENCE, PHILLIP / ADAMS, WILL / MARS, BRUNO / DEVAL, JEAN
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Another lyrics to understand better
When I get older I will be stronger
They'll call me freedom just like a wavin' flag
When I get older I will be stronger
They'll call me freedom just like a wavin' flag
And then it goes back, and then it goes back
And then it goes back, oh
Born to a throne, stronger than Rome
But violent prone, poor people zone
But it's my home, all I have known
Where I got grown, streets we would roam
Out of the darkness, I came the farthest
Among the hardest survival
Learn from these streets, it can be bleak
Accept no defeat, surrender, retreat
So we struggling, fighting to eat
And we wondering when we'll be free
So we patiently wait for that fateful day
It's not far away, but for now we say
When I get older I will be stronger
They'll call me freedom just like a wavin' flag
And then it goes back, and then it goes back
And then it goes back, oh
So many wars, settling scores
Bringing us promises, leaving us poor
I heard them say, "love is the way"
"Love is the answer, " that's what they say
But look how they treat us, make us believers
We fight their battles, then they deceive us
Try to control us, they couldn't hold us
'Cause we just move forward like Buffalo Soldiers
But we struggling, fighting to eat
And we wondering, when we'll be free
So we patiently wait for that faithful day
It's not far away but for now we say
When I get older I will be stronger
They'll call me freedom just like a wavin' flag
And then it goes back, and then it goes back
And then it goes back, and then it goes
When I get older I will be stronger
They'll call me freedom just like a wavin' flag
And then it goes back, and then it goes back
And then it goes back, and then it goes
And then it goes
And everybody will be singing it
And you and I will be singing it
And we all will be singing it
Oh, oh, oh
When I get older I will be stronger
They'll call me freedom just like a wavin' flag
And then it goes back, and then it goes back
And then it goes back, and then it goes
When I get older I will be stronger
They'll call me freedom just like a wavin' flag
And then it goes back, and then it goes back
And then it goes back, oh
When I get older
When I get older
I will be stronger
Just like a wavin' flag
Just like a wavin' flag
Just like a wavin' flag
Flag, flag
Just like a wavin' flag
We got older, we got stronger..
10 years later
@marvli98
10 fucking Years...
@Flo_582
10 years bro a whole decade
@nicolaisyljeset8793
First time I saw this video I was 5 years, and in Spain watching the Wc. Good times...
@thereal4P
all are weak and sad
@GOURABCHAKRABORTY10287
❤❤❤
@marccelada1549
Fifa: chooses waka waka
The People: chooses waving flag
@xShiiqey
both nice song, u dont think so?
@nandhu5654
It's a Fact
@smithsa2319
both are awesome