Wanted Man
Last Internationale Lyrics


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I've been fighting for so long
In the shade is my home
And I've been killing with a right or wrong
Between two sides I'm trone and don't
And a car that has left me alone
I am no one and I'll die alone

Don't try to find me
Don't worry where I am
Or you will wind up another wanted man
Wanted man
You'll be a wanted man
You will run
And you'll die a wanted man

The road behind has disappeared
Drowned in the memories of your tears
In the shadow but it's still too near
No one to trust or choose to speak
I am the end and that I fear
Lord forgive me when the smoke clears

Don't try to find me
Don't worry where I am
Or you will wind up another wanted man
Wanted man
You'll be a wanted man
You will run
And you'll die a wanted man

Wanted man
You'll be a wanted man
You will run
And you'll die a wanted man

Don't try to find me
Don't worry where I am
Or you will wind up another wanted man
Wanted man
You'll be a wanted man
You will run
And you'll die a wanted man

Wanted man
You'll be a wanted man
You will run
And you'll die a wanted man

Wanted man
You'll be a wanted man
You will run
And you'll die a wanted man

I've been fighting for so long




In the shade is my home
And I've been killing with a right or wrong

Overall Meaning

The Last Internationale's song "Wanted Man" touches on the theme of being a fugitive from justice, hiding from those who want to track them down. The lyrics suggest that this person has been fighting for a long time, perhaps even for a cause they believe in. The line "In the shade is my home" suggests that the person has been in hiding for a while and has become accustomed to living in the shadows. The reference to killing with "a right or wrong" implies that this person has done things that could be considered both heroic and villainous, depending on who you talk to. They are caught between two sides and are torn, indicating that this person may have a conflicted conscience.


The chorus, "Don't try to find me, don't worry where I am, or you will wind up another wanted man," echoes the idea that the singer is on the run, and whoever tries to find them will also become a fugitive. The repetition of the phrase "wanted man" throughout the song reinforces the notion that this person is being pursued by the law, and there is no escaping their fate. The lyric "You will run, and you'll die a wanted man" is a grim reminder that this person's days are numbered, and they are living on borrowed time.


The song's final lines reveal the singer's loneliness, stating "I am no one, and I'll die alone." This suggests that the person may have lost their friends and loved ones due to their situation, and they are resigned to their fate. The song captures the sense of desperation and anxiety that comes with being a fugitive.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been fighting for so long
I have been in a constant battle for a significant period of time.


In the shade is my home
I feel most comfortable operating in the shadows, where I cannot be seen.


And I've been killing with a right or wrong
I have taken lives without always knowing whether my actions were justified or not.


Between two sides I'm trone and don't
I am caught in the middle of two opposing factions, unsure of where my loyalties lie.


And a car that has left me alone
Someone I was counting on, likely a partner or ally, has abandoned me without warning.


I am no one and I'll die alone
I feel as though I am insignificant and unimportant, and will ultimately meet my end without anyone by my side.


Don't try to find me
I am purposely hiding from anyone who may be looking for me, and would prefer to remain unseen.


Don't worry where I am
There is no need to concern oneself with my whereabouts or safety.


Or you will wind up another wanted man
Any attempt to locate me or get involved in my affairs will likely result in legal trouble.


You'll be a wanted man
If you do become involved with me, you will likely become a criminal and a fugitive like I am.


You will run
If you are caught up in my troubles, you will need to flee in order to avoid punishment.


And you'll die a wanted man
If you do not successfully evade the law, you may end up facing punishment or even death for your involvement with me.


The road behind has disappeared
My past is something I cannot return to, as it is now too far removed from my current situation.


Drowned in the memories of your tears
The sadness and regret of my previous life haunts me, and I am unable to shake it from my mind.


In the shadow but it's still too near
Though I try to remain hidden, my past is still close enough to affect me in a significant way.


No one to trust or choose to speak
I am completely alone and cannot confide in anyone for fear of betrayal or being turned in to the authorities.


I am the end and that I fear
I believe that I will be the cause of my own downfall and eventual demise.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@stevestizzy

I've been fighting for so long
In the shade is my home
And I've been killing whether right or wrong
Between two sides I'm drawn and owned
And a god that has left me alone
I am no-one, and I'll die unknown
Don't try to find me
Don't worry where I am
Or you will wind up
A-nother wanted man
Wanted Man, you'll be a wanted man
You will run, and you'll die a wanted man
Hooo Hoo
Hooo Hoo
Hooo Hoo
Hooo Hoo
The road behind has disappeared
Drowned in the memories of your tears
And a shadow but it's still too near
No-one to trust or choose to speak
I am the enemy that I fear
Lord forgive me when the smoke clears
Don't try to find me
Don't worry where I am
Or you will wind up
A-nother wanted man
Wanted Man, you'll be a wanted man
You will run, and you'll die a wanted man
Wanted Man, you'll be a wanted man
You will run, and you'll die a wanted man
Hooo Hoo
Hooo Hoo
Hooo Hoo
Hooo Hoo
Don't try to find me
Don't worry where I am
Or you will wind up
A-nother wanted man
Wanted Man, you'll be a wanted man
Yeah, you will run, and you'll die a wanted man
Wanted man, a wanted man
Yeah, you will run, and you'll die a wanted man
Wanted man, a wanted man
Yeah, you will run, and you'll die a wanted man
I've been fighting for so long
In the shade is my home
And I've been killing whether right or wrong



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@simon120477

This song should have generate millions of views for what it's worth. Tight and solid band through and through

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this band is really great live....

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I am so happy I stumbled upon this band. Hate comparisons but her voice gives me grace slick vibes and it's amazing.

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