Release the Pressure
Leftfield Feat. Earl Sixteen Lyrics


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I've got to stand and fight
In this creation
Vanity I know
Can't guide I alone

I'm searching to find
A love that lasts all time
I've just got to find
Peace and unity

(Release the pressure)

I've got to stand and fight
In this creation
Vanity I know
Can't guide I alone

I'm searching to find
A love that lasts all time
I've just got to find
Peace and unity

(Bruin-dah!)

Can you feel it?
Release the pressure!
Can you hear it?
Peace and unity.

(Release the pressure)

Build's got this to keep your funky dance sway (eh-heh)
Why your laws have left me
Out of the king and out of the rain
Transalt movement is takin' over





Am I inferior?
Wow.....you are!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Leftfield's song "Release the Pressure" convey themes of fighting against the pressures of life and the search for love, peace, and unity. The repetition of "I've got to stand and fight in this creation" highlights the tough nature of life and the need to persevere. The line "Vanity I know can't guide I alone" is a reminder that the pursuit of material possessions and external validation alone cannot bring true happiness. Rather, the search for a lasting love and a sense of unity is paramount. The repeated call to "release the pressure" can be seen as a way to let go of the stresses of life and find inner peace.


The addition of the repeated "Bruin-dah!" serves as a way to add emphasis to the call for release and the need for movement. The following lines, "Can you feel it? Release the pressure! Can you hear it? Peace and unity" double down on the need for release and the hope for unity.


The verse "Build's got this to keep your funky dance sway (eh-heh) Why your laws have left me Out of the king and out of the rain Transalt movement is takin' over Am I inferior? Wow.....you are!" can be interpreted in different ways. One possible interpretation is a commentary on the entertainment industry and how it provides an escape from the harsh realities of life. The Transalt movement may be a reference to a subculture or movement that is countering societal norms. The final line "Am I inferior? Wow...you are!" may be a call to reject societal expectations and to find one's own path.


Line by Line Meaning

I've got to stand and fight
I need to be strong and resist the negative influences around me.


In this creation
Living in this world full of chaos and turmoil.


Vanity I know
I am aware of how shallow and superficial things can be.


Can't guide I alone
I need the help of others to navigate through life's challenges.


I'm searching to find
I am seeking to discover something that is missing from my life.


A love that lasts all time
I desire a relationship that withstands the test of time.


I've just got to find
It is imperative that I find what I am looking for.


Peace and unity
I long for the world to be free of conflict and division.


(Release the pressure)
Let go of the tension and anxiety that is holding you back.


Can you feel it?
Do you sense the energy and vibe around you?


Release the pressure!
Relax and let loose, don't hold back.


Can you hear it?
Do you hear the sounds and melodies of the music?


Peace and unity.
The ideal state of the world that everyone should strive for.


(Bruin-dah!)
The sound that is used to energize and invigorate the listener.


Build's got this to keep your funky dance sway (eh-heh)
The upbeat tempo of the music is perfect for dancing and grooving.


Why your laws have left me
The rules and regulations of society have failed to address my needs.


Out of the king and out of the rain
I am excluded from the benefits and privileges that others enjoy.


Transalt movement is takin' over
The new and progressive way of thinking is gaining popularity and influence.


Am I inferior?
Do I lack the qualities and abilities required to succeed?


Wow.....you are!
A sarcastic response to someone who questions their own worth and value.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: EARL JOHN DALEY, NEIL JOHN BARNES, PAUL TERENCE DALEY

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@KM-sz3hr

One of Dad's favourites, miss you Dad

@christopherhumphreys7052

Respect! RIP

@mikamee5459

Stuff like this that makes me thankful to have grown up during an incredible time for music.

@user-cm8so2tt4t

Supercool, the groove is superb. Another memory of my youth. Thank you Leftfield for your moments of magnificence

@icecool4125

Honestly, this song was way ahead of it's time

@stalkek

No, this is what was happening at the time! That was the golden era of dance music!

@neilbrewster4973

I wouldn't agree with that.

@ashton8237

@@neilbrewster4973 you up for a debate Brewster mate

@RasVoja

Song is classic roots reggae pon ragga techno riddim

@shereewright3593

Agreed..timeless.

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