Riot
Madlocks Lyrics
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Can you feel the hate, the mob is underway
RIOT, RIOT – danger danger lynchmob's out
Atmosphere's intense, enraged and violent
RIOT, RIOT – the root for pogrom is made up now
Guilty or not, doesn't matter now
RIOT, RIOT – look out for the riot crowd
RIOT, RIOT – there's no fucking place to hide
There's a riot out tonight and everyones in, but not me
RIOT, RIOT – Burning houses and cars and barricades
RIOT, RIOT – 1000 peoples brain are phased in hate
RIOT, RIOT – first victims burn, the crowd wants more
RIOT, RIOT – now the mob is knocking at your door...
RIOT, RIOT – With the mob outside what do you do?
RIOT, RIOT – When the mob outside screaming for you..?
Riot, riot, riotriotriot
...Riot, riot out tonight....
The lyrics to Madlocks's song Riot sound like a commentary on mob mentality and the violent consequences that can arise from it. The first line sets the tone of the song with the singer declaring that there's a riot out tonight and everyone is participating except for him. The second line describes the palpable energy of hate and animosity in the atmosphere that has sparked the mob into action. The chorus repeats the word "RIOT" over and over, emphasizing the danger and chaos of the situation.
The lyrics go on to describe the violence that has erupted as a result of the mob's actions. Burning houses and cars, barricades in the streets, and thousands of people caught up in the hate that is driving the riot forward. The song also touches on the idea that guilt or innocence doesn't matter in the face of a raging mob. People who are in the wrong place at the wrong time can become victims simply because they are there.
The final lines of the song ask the listener to consider what they would do if faced with a mob outside their door. The lyrics of this song seem to be warning against the dangers of mob mentality and the violence that can arise from it. It's a powerful message that is delivered with intensity and conviction.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a riot out tonight and everyones in, but not me
While everyone else is caught up in the riot, the singer has chosen to stay away.
Can you feel the hate, the mob is underway
The atmosphere is charged with anger and hatred, as the mob begins to form.
RIOT, RIOT – danger danger lynchmob's out
The potential for a dangerous mob mentality and acts of violence is high.
Atmosphere's intense, enraged and violent
The mood is intense and full of anger and violence.
RIOT, RIOT – the root for pogrom is made up now
The situation has spiraled out of control and a violent attack on a particular group of people may be imminent.
Guilty or not, doesn't matter now
In the eyes of the mob, innocence or guilt is irrelevant and everyone is at risk.
RIOT, RIOT – look out for the riot crowd
It's important to be aware of the mob and its violent intentions.
Outside you'll be slained, inside incinerated
Those who are caught outside risk being killed, while those who are inside may be trapped in a burning building.
RIOT, RIOT – there's no fucking place to hide
No matter where you go, there's no escaping the danger and destruction of the riot.
RIOT, RIOT – Burning houses and cars and barricades
The mob is burning everything in its path, including homes, cars, and barricades.
RIOT, RIOT – 1000 peoples brain are phased in hate
The mob mentality has taken over and people are driven by a sense of hatred and anger.
RIOT, RIOT – first victims burn, the crowd wants more
The initial victims of the riot are burned alive, fueling the mob's desire for more destruction.
RIOT, RIOT – now the mob is knocking at your door...
The danger of the riot is no longer distant, as the mob is now at your doorstep.
RIOT, RIOT – With the mob outside what do you do?
Faced with the immediate danger of the mob outside, it's important to decide on a course of action.
RIOT, RIOT – When the mob outside screaming for you..?
The mob's violent intentions are clear, and the singer is left wondering what to do in the face of such danger.
Riot, riot, riotriotriot
The repetition of the word 'riot' emphasizes the chaos and disorder of the situation.
...Riot, riot out tonight....
The theme of the riot and its dangerous potential is reinforced throughout the song.
Contributed by Madison Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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