Disparate Youth
Madh Lyrics
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Another roadblock in our way,
But if we go, we go together,
Our hands are tied here if we stay,
Oh, we set our dreams to carry us
And if they don't fly we will run
Now we push right past to find out
On how to win what they have lost,
So let them say we won't do better
Lay out the rules that we can't break
They wanna sit and watch you wither
Their legacy's too hard to take
Oh, we set our dreams to carry us
And if they don't fly we will run
Now we push right past to find out
Or either win what they have lost,
Oh ah, oh ah
We know now we want more,
Oh ah, oh ah,
Our lives worth fighting for,
Oh ah, oh ah,
We know we won't go,
Oh ah, oh ah
Our lives worth fightinh for
In their heads and in their beds
In their eyes it shows
When the freedom breaks
And you ask and they don't know
Oh tell me then
I turn my back while the odds all stand beneath me
And they all i said i was mislead
But the odds now stand beneath me
Oh, we set our dreams to carry us
And if they don't fly we will run
Now we push right past to find out
Or either win what they have lost,
Oh ah, oh ah
We know now we want more,
Oh ah, oh ah,
Our lives worth fighting for,
Oh ah, oh ah,
We know we won't go,
Oh ah, oh ah
Our lives worth fightinh for
The song "Disparate Youth" by Santigold is about perseverance in the face of adversity. The lyrics convey a sense of determination to push past obstacles and achieve one's dreams, even when others doubt or try to hold us back. The singer urges the listener not to be discouraged by difficult situations, but to face them together and keep moving forward. The first verse describes a stormy weather metaphor, representing the challenges that come our way in life. The second verse emphasizes the importance of not giving up even when faced with criticism or negative comments from others. The chorus is an assertion of self-worth and the idea that everyone's life is worth fighting for, no matter what kind of obstacles they may face. The repetition of the lines "Oh ah, oh ah" emphasizes this point.
Further, the song captures the spirit of protest and social change. Santigold has said in interviews that the song was inspired by the Arab Spring and other global movements for justice and equality. The lyrics can be interpreted as a call for action and a refusal to accept the status quo. The lines "In their heads and in their beds / In their eyes it shows" suggest a critique of those in power who benefit from the oppression of others. The song encourages listeners to stand up to injustice and to fight for a better future.
In conclusion, "Disparate Youth" is a song about resilience, perseverance, and social change. It encourages listeners to face obstacles with determination and to never give up on their dreams or their worth as individuals. At the same time, it is a call for collective action and a refusal to accept the injustices of the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't look ahead there's stormy weather
There are challenges ahead that we should be aware of and cautious about, like a storm brewing in the distance.
Another roadblock in our way
Another obstacle is blocking our path to success.
But if we go, we go together
We need to stick together and support each other to overcome these challenges.
Our hands are tied here if we stay
If we stay in our current situation, we won't be able to achieve our goals because we're restricted by external factors.
Oh, we set our dreams to carry us
We have set ambitious goals for ourselves that will inspire us to succeed and propel us forward.
And if they don't fly we will run
If our dreams don't take flight, we'll work even harder and run towards the finish line to achieve them.
Now we push right past to find out
We're determined to overcome obstacles and find new ways to succeed, no matter what it takes.
On how to win what they have lost
We're driven to succeed and surpass the achievements of those who have come before us.
So let them say we won't do better
We know people doubt our abilities, but we won't let their negative opinions discourage us.
Lay out the rules that we can't break
Others want to set limitations on what we can and can't achieve, but we refuse to be held back by their standards.
They wanna sit and watch you wither
Some people want us to fail and are content to watch us fail and fade away.
Their legacy's too hard to take
Some people are threatened by our potential success, which could overshadow their legacies and accomplishments.
Oh ah, oh ah, We know now we want more
We have a clear understanding of our goals and know exactly what we want to achieve.
Our lives worth fighting for
Our lives have meaning, and we're willing to put in the hard work to achieve our goals and make a positive impact on the world.
In their heads and in their beds, In their eyes it shows
We sense that some people are envious or threatened by our ambition, as this shows in their actions, thoughts, and feelings.
When the freedom breaks, And you ask and they don't know
When we break free from others' expectations and ask for their support, they may not know how to help us because they have not had the same drive or ambition.
Oh tell me then, I turn my back while the odds all stand beneath me
When the odds are against us, we refuse to give up and instead turn our back on doubt and negativity, using our ambition as a shield.
And they all I said I was misled, But the odds now stand beneath me
Even though others may have doubted us and ridiculed our dreams, we've proved them wrong and have achieved more than they ever thought we could.
Oh ah, oh ah, We know now we want more
We have a clear understanding of our goals and know exactly what we want to achieve.
Our lives worth fighting for
Our lives have meaning, and we're willing to put in the hard work to achieve our goals and make a positive impact on the world.
Writer(s): SANTI WHITE, RICARDO JOHNSON, NICHOLAS JOSEPH ZINNER
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