Reason Is Treason
Kasabian are Sergio Pizzorno (guitar, synths, vocals), Christopher Edwards … Read Full Bio ↴Kasabian are Sergio Pizzorno (guitar, synths, vocals), Christopher Edwards (bass), Ian Matthews (drums) and guitarist Tim Carter. Formed in Leicester, England, United Kingdom in 1997, Kasabian are named after Linda Kasabian, who was the getaway driver at the Tate-LaBianca murders committed by members of the Manson Family. The UK rock band has been compared with the likes of Primal Scream and Oasis. Ben Kealey and Gary Alesbrook are long-serving touring members since 2006. Former frontman Tom Meighan was fired in 2020 for assaulting his fiancée, following which time the band have continued as a four piece. Other former members of Kasabian include multi-instrumentalist Chris Karloff and guitarist Jay Mehler.

Their self-titled debut album was released in 2004, featuring UK top 10 single Cutt Off and has been followed with:
2005: Live from Brixton Academy
2006: Empire, featuring UK top 10 single Empire
2009: West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum, featuring the global hit single Fire
2011: Velociraptor!
2012: Live!
2014: 48:13
2017: For Crying Out Loud
2022: The Alchemist's Euphoria, the first album since the sacking of Tom Meighan.
2024: Happenings

Reason Is Treason
Kasabian Lyrics


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Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason
Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that'll say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason

See the stones coming at my window
See they left man no protection
Tell his family that he won't be ok
K-I-L-L!

Check the angles from both forces
Overcome by the need to fight it
Fight it, fight it, fight it, fight it
Fight it, fight it, fight it, fight it
Fight it, fight it, fight it, fight it

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason

I hear the sounds all around
I hear the sounds all around
I hear the sounds all around
I hear the sounds all around
I hear the sounds all around
I hear the sounds all around
I hear the sounds all around
I hear the sounds all around

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya




Here come the morning that I say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason (I say!)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Kasabian's "Reason Is Treason" tell a story of a morning where the singer says goodbye to the person addressed in the song. However, the reason they do not turn around is that the reason for saying goodbye is treasonous. The second verse highlights the protest and unrest that the singer is experiencing. They hear stones being thrown at their window and no protection left for them. The singer expresses a need to fight back against the forces opposing them.


The phrase "the reason is treason" is repeated multiple times throughout the song, emphasizing the singer's guilt and the significant consequences that may come from their actions. The line "K-I-L-L!" in the second verse suggests a level of violence or aggression in the protest, adding to the gravity of the situation the singer finds themselves in.


The repeated use of the phrase "Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya" creates a sense of finality and tension, as though the singer is preparing to leave and face the consequences of their actions. Overall, the lyrics of "Reason Is Treason" deal with themes of protest, rebellion, guilt, and the consequences of standing up against the status quo.


Line by Line Meaning

Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
The morning when I leave you is approaching


Here come the morning that'll say goodbye
The morning of separation is close


But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason
I won't look back because my motive is dishonest


See the stones coming at my window
I notice the stones being thrown at me


See they left man no protection
The person has no defense against it


Tell his family that he won't be ok
Inform his loved ones that the situation is not favorable


K-I-L-L!
A call for violence and aggression


Check the angles from both forces
Consider the positions of both opposing sides


Overcome by the need to fight it
Driven by the desire to engage in conflict


Fight it, fight it, fight it, fight it
Continuously battling against it


I hear the sounds all around
I am aware of the surrounding noises


Here come the morning that I say goodbye to ya
The approaching morning of my departure


But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason (I say!)
I won't turn back as my motive is betrayal (I repeat)




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Christopher Karloff, Sergio Pizzorno

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Sam Westdoom

"Here comes the morning and I'll say goodbye to you
Here comes the morning and I'll say goodbye
But I don't turn around 'cause the reason is treason



See the stones coming at my window
See they left me no protection
Tell his family that he won't be okay
K-I-L-L!"



Sam Westdoom

"Rubicon it's almost over
Rubicon has come so close to me



Turn back or we'll start the fire
They're all part of the big machine now
Check the angles from both forces
Overcome by the need to fight it
Fight it, fight it, fight it, fight it"



All comments from YouTube:

feelcarlos

for me "reason is treason" and "cutt off" are my favorites songs of kasabian of all time

Blue Blouse Designs👚

Mine too and also "Running Battle," "LSF," "Underdog," "Shoot The Runner," and "Processed Beats."

ShieldOfFaith

And secret alphabets.

Lucas Garber

Club foot

Brigitta U

Same here <3

An. S.

Narcotic Farm II, lml

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Tom Chorley

possibly the most underrated band around

Alistair Houston

Indie rock, electronica and space rock rolled into one. Great. Kasabian should be as ballast as this now and not so watered down

PBL187

Alistair Houston More Alternative than Indie, even before they went mainstream 😏

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James Cheeks

Gran Turismo 4, seeing that Audi R8 Team Joest machine speeding down the main straight of Le Mans with the Bentley in tow as a kid stuck in my head, this track resonated with me too. What a memory, insane!

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