Self Revolution
KILLSWITCH ENGAGE (USA) Lyrics
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The regression of human existence
This is the quest of life
Fulfill your destiny
Slow down this fast paced world
And you will see past the illusion
Collapse the control
Building a revolution to heal nations
It starts within you
Slow down this fast paced world
And you will see past the illusion
Breaking the foundation
Collapse the control
Building a revolution to heal nations
It starts within you
In this search for I and I the truth is always deep inside
(Reversal of oneself finding the truth)
This is the quest of life
We must find the strength for a new movement
Slow down this fast paced world and you will see the revolution
For a new movement
In this search for I and I the truth is always deep inside
(Reversal of oneself finding the truth)
Slow down this fast paced world and you will see the revolution
For a new movement
The lyrics of Killswitch Engage's song Self Revolution appear to be a call to action for individuals to break free from the constraints of society and embrace their own destinies. The opening lines express confusion and frustration with the current state of the world, as if the singer cannot understand why society is moving in such a negative direction. The following lines call for a change - a quest for life - that can only be fulfilled by embracing one's destiny.
The chorus of the song reinforces the idea that people need to slow down and look past the illusions created by society in order to see the truth. The lyrics "Breaking the foundation, collapse the control, building a revolution to heal nations" suggest that a revolution is needed to heal the world, but it must start within the individual.
The idea that "the truth is always deep inside" is a common theme in the song, suggesting that people need to look within themselves to find the strength for a new movement. The final lines of the song call for listeners to slow down and look for the revolution that can bring about a new movement.
Overall, the song promotes self-reflection, breaking free from societal constraints, and finding the strength to create a positive change in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't comprehend society's movement
I cannot understand the direction society is moving in
The regression of human existence
Humans are moving backward in terms of progress
This is the quest of life
The search for truth and purpose is what life is about
Fulfill your destiny
Achieve what you were meant to do or be
Slow down this fast paced world
Take a break from the hurriedness of life
And you will see past the illusion
When you do so, the truth beyond what appears will become clear
Breaking the foundation
Destroying the existing structure
Collapse the control
Bringing down systems of power that oppress others
Building a revolution to heal nations
Creating a movement that can help heal the world's pain
It starts within you
The revolution to make meaningful change must start with oneself
In this search for I and I the truth is always deep inside
When one looks inward, the answer to the question of 'Who am I?' becomes clear
We must find the strength for a new movement
We have to build courage to establish a better way of life for all people
Slow down this fast paced world and you will see the revolution
By taking a moment to breathe, one can see the potential for transformative change
For a new movement
To create a better life, we need a different way of working and being
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: ADAM DUTKIEWITZ, JESSE LEACH, JOEL STROETZEL, MIKE D'ANTONIO
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