Declaration Of Rights
Los Cafres Lyrics
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Have us in bondage, right through these years
Fussing and fighting, among ourselves
Nothing to achieve this way, it′s worser than hell, I say
Get up and fight for your rights my brothers
Get up and fight for your rights my sisters
Brought us to slave in this big plantation
Fussing and fighting, among ourselves
There is nothing to achieve this way, it's worser than hell, I say
Get up and fight for your right, my brother
Get up and fight for your right, my sister
Get up and fight for your right, my brother
Get up and fight for your right, my sister
The lyrics of Los Cafres' song "Declaration of Rights" speak to the historical and ongoing struggles faced by marginalized communities, particularly in relation to oppression and the fight for justice and equality. The song conveys a strong sense of frustration and urgency, highlighting the injustices and hardships experienced by the group being addressed.
The opening lines of the song suggest that the community being referenced has been brought down and held in bondage for an extended period of time. This imagery symbolizes the oppression and control enforced upon them by those in power. The lyrics further express dissatisfaction with internal strife and division within the community, recognizing that such infighting hinders their progress and attainment of their rights. The singer asserts that the current situation is even worse than hell itself, emphasizing the magnitude of their suffering.
In response to this oppressive reality, the chorus urges listeners to stand up and fight for their rights. The repetition of this message, directed specifically to brothers and sisters, encourages unity and collective action. The repeated call to fight demonstrates a refusal to accept the status quo and a determination to resist and seek justice.
Overall, "Declaration of Rights" serves as a powerful call to action, inspiring individuals to rise up and challenge the forces that oppress them. It acknowledges the historical displacement and ongoing struggle, and urges unity and resistance as the path towards liberation.
Line by Line Meaning
Look, oh Lord, they brought us down here
We have been brought to this place by those in power
Have us in bondage, right through these years
We have been enslaved and oppressed for a long time
Fussing and fighting, among ourselves
We are divided and engage in conflicts with each other
Nothing to achieve this way, it′s worser than hell, I say
This path only leads to despair and suffering, it is worse than hell
Get up and fight for your rights my brothers
Stand up and advocate for your rights, my male comrades
Get up and fight for your rights my sisters
Stand up and fight for your rights, my female comrades
Took us away from civilization
We were taken away from a civilized society
Brought us to slave in this big plantation
We were brought here to be slaves in this large plantation
There is nothing to achieve this way, it's worser than hell, I say
Following this path leads to nothing but misery and suffering, I affirm
Get up and fight for your right, my brother
Rise up and fight for your rights, my male comrade
Get up and fight for your right, my sister
Rise up and fight for your rights, my female comrade
Get up and fight for your right, my brother
Rise up and fight for your rights, my male comrade
Get up and fight for your right, my sister
Rise up and fight for your rights, my female comrade
Writer(s): Neville Bernard Collins
Contributed by Connor S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@estuardoacuna8847
Aguante cafres, saludos desde Huanchaco - Perú
Roots reggae music
@leoxamex21
Los Cafres, always brightens up my day! Jah words!
@Holaychau777
Excelente como siempre, Aguante los Cafres ...!!! 😀👍
@joendrisochoa9578
Temazoooogrqcias Cafres y su vozarrón guille
@ivanmarconi3787
Los Cafres..palabra mayor. Guille sos el Mejor
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de mexico viva mucho la gran argentina
@juanbarria1691
Que pedazo de tema es este!! Más vigente que nunca 💪💪
@rodolforobertosantillan9213
temon!!!!
aguante los CAFRES...
@marioeustaquio2196
bom reggae Hermanos, de rocha
@totxik8911
Que buen tema lpm!