The Mission
Last Tuesday Lyrics


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Stop, stop, stop the train wreck
It's not the way, way we started out
It seems we've lost the road map, and I can't find another way
Hard times it had a hold, but now we're back on the track
Yesterday was our ambition, we can't keep this routine going
And we're moving on, this is our time, let's start a revolution
We must stay the course to make it worth our lives
Let's start a revolution
Stop, stop, stop the train wreck, it's not the way, way we started out
Side-tracked falling far, we're back to the way we started again
Can't, can't compete now, we must keep dependence in our hearts




You, me pulling through, somehow committed we'll finish this phase
We've come this far we proved them wrong

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Last Tuesday's song "The Mission" begin with a plea to stop the train wreck and to take a step back to reevaluate the current situation. The singer acknowledges that the original plan, the road map, has been lost and that they need to find a new way to move forward. The hard times that they faced before had taken hold, but they have managed to find their way back on track. The chorus is a call to action, to start a revolution and stay the course, reminding themselves and others that this is their time and they need to make it worth their lives.


The second verse acknowledges that they had been side-tracked before and had fallen far from where they started, but they were determined to get back on track. The singer realizes that they can't compete in the same way they did before and that they need to keep their dependence on each other in their hearts. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the need for commitment to finishing this phase and proving to themselves and others that they have come this far and can continue to move forward.


Overall, the lyrics to "The Mission" are about perseverance in the face of adversity and the need for change and revolution to stay on track towards their goals. The song is a reminder to never give up and to stay focused on the mission at hand.


Line by Line Meaning

Stop, stop, stop the train wreck
Let's pause and assess the situation before it's too late


It's not the way, way we started out
The current state is vastly different from how things began


It seems we've lost the road map, and I can't find another way
We are lost and struggling to find a new direction


Hard times it had a hold, but now we're back on the track
We have faced challenges but have overcome them and are progressing


Yesterday was our ambition, we can't keep this routine going
Our previous goals and aspirations are no longer relevant or sustainable


And we're moving on, this is our time, let's start a revolution
It's time for a significant change to take place and make an impact


We must stay the course to make it worth our lives
We need to remain focused and committed to achieving our goals for them to be meaningful


Let's start a revolution
Let's initiate a transformative movement


Side-tracked falling far, we're back to the way we started again
We have strayed from our path and are back to square one


Can't, can't compete now, we must keep dependence in our hearts
We cannot compare ourselves to others and must remain true to ourselves


You, me pulling through, somehow committed we'll finish this phase
Together, we will persevere and successfully complete this stage


We've come this far we proved them wrong
Despite doubts and criticism, we have made progress and defied expectations




Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: STEVEN JOE GEE

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