Crisis
Koroded Lyrics
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It's the awareness that things are not the way they should be
New threads new horrors and a new kind of fear
Easily controlled by jealousy and driven by greed
Another jesus crisis superstar
Another prophet is promising salvation
I feel it growing stronger every day by day
No longer willing to sit and wait patiently
In an unknown sea horizon
We would falltoo deep
Time is ripe for a revolut
On dropping our surpressors is the only solution
No surrender
No more hatred
We got to take it back
The lyrics of Koroded's song "Crisis" depict a growing sensation inside the artist that things are not going well in the world. The lines "I feel it growing deep inside of me / It's the awareness that things are not the way they should be" express a sense of unease that's becoming harder to ignore. The "new threads" and "new horrors" suggest a contemporary backdrop of insecurity and danger. The next line, "Easily controlled by jealousy and driven by greed," refers to the potential culprits for this state of affairs, pointing to the destructive human qualities of envy and an insatiable desire for more.
The following lines introduce the image of a false prophet or messiah: "Another Jesus crisis superstar / Another prophet is promising salvation." This idea fits in with the broader sense of crisis and the possibility of being misled or deceived by those who claim to have answers. The last part of the song, however, suggests a way forward, one that involves taking action – "Time is ripe for a revolution / On dropping our suppressors is the only solution" – and rejecting the negative emotions that drive division and conflict ("No surrender / No more hatred / We got to take it back").
Overall, "Crisis" is a call to arms for people to recognize the issues that are facing their societies and to take a stand against them. Instead of passively accepting the status quo or looking to charismatic leaders for salvation, the message is one of empowerment and agency. By rejecting the greed and envy that can lead to destruction and division, people can unite and work to create a better world.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel it growing deep inside of me
The singer acknowledges a growing sense of unease within their being.
It's the awareness that things are not the way they should be
They recognize a deviation from what is considered ideal.
New threads new horrors and a new kind of fear
The singer is experiencing unfamiliar, frightening situations.
Easily controlled by jealousy and driven by greed
These situations are perpetuated by negative emotions, leading to corrupt behavior.
Another jesus crisis superstar
The artist believes that society is reliant on figures who promise guidance and salvation.
Another prophet is promising salvation
They feel that society looks to charismatic figures as a source of hope.
I feel it growing stronger every day by day
The singer is compelled to act as their unease intensifies day by day.
No longer willing to sit and wait patiently
They are no longer content with being passive observers.
Divided like islands
Society is fragmented and lacks unity.
In an unknown sea horizon
This fragmentation creates feelings of uncertainty and doubt about the future.
We would fall too deep
Inaction would lead to disastrous consequences.
Time is ripe for a revolution
The singer believes that the current situation calls for decisive action.
On dropping our suppressors is the only solution
They view revolution as the only means of combating oppressive forces.
No surrender
The singer is steadfast in their commitment to the cause.
No more hatred
They reject the negative emotions that have perpetuated societal issues thus far.
We got to take it back
They believe that society must take control of its own destiny.
Contributed by Makayla O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.