News of the World
Manbreak Lyrics


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What a waste of time looking for a god on a mountain side, everyone's
Depraved, you haven't got much sense though you've got less rights no one
Has it all, some of us are left to defend lost cause, all you want to say
It doesn't always sound like it's meant that way.
What a way to die, standing on your head to prolong the high, chained up
To your bed, rubbing in the oil to reduce those welts, tours in hostile
Lands, you could be ill advised to purse those plans years of self deceit,
Reality is blurred so you make believe.
Start out fighting, ran away frightened, takes a long time to reduce the
Excitement, levels, rebels, devils that disturb your sleep, no wonder you
Can't stay on you feet.
What a shock to find, nobody around when you have lost your mind, books and
Photographs, living in an age that has long since passed, everyone's inside
Trying to find a way out of level nine, signed and sealed your fate, you've
Got more police but you're still not safe.
Standing for election, running for protection, bulletproof vest in the
Banking section, roller coaster, comatose looking for the Elvis clone,
Nobody hears you so you reach for the phone.
What a lot to give, everything you have not to be disturbed, homes and
Loans for free, following any fool that leads, words to understand while
Laying down the law in the desert sands, no one wants to smile, all of us
Are bored but we want more time.
I can't shed no light but I do know there's not easy way I can't blindly
Hope though I do know that's no road to go. I can't feel the pain but I do
Know it's about to rain.
I don't care, I don't care I don't care I don't care I don't care I it's
The news of the world I don't care, I don't care I don't care I don't care
I don't care I it's the news of the world, I don't care, I don't care I
Don't care I don't care I don't care I it's the news of the world, I don't




Care, I don't care I don't care I don't care I don't care I it's the news
Of the world

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Manbreak's song "News of the World" are critical of society, expressing disillusionment with the world and its chaotic state. The first verse criticizes people who look for a god on a mountain, suggesting that they are wasting their time because everyone is depraved. The song suggests that people have lost their sense of morality and their rights have been diminished. The chorus repeats the phrase "I don't care, it's the news of the world" to emphasize a sense of apathy towards the chaos in society.


The second verse paints a dark picture of a person who is chained to their bed, rubbing oil onto their welts to reduce the pain. The lyrics suggest that this person has been on hostile tours and has been ill-advised to continue pursuing such plans. The phrase "years of self-deceit" suggests that this person has been lying to themselves to avoid facing reality. The third verse talks about the emptiness of fame and fortune, that even with more money and influence, one is still not safe. The final verse laments the boredom of modern society, and the desire for more time.


The overall message of the song is a criticism of society's apathy towards the chaos and suffering in the world. The repeated phrase "I don't care" suggests that people have become numb to the constant news of wars, violence, and tragedy. The song encourages listeners to take a stand and care about the world around them.


Line by Line Meaning

What a waste of time looking for a god on a mountain side, everyone's
Searching for a higher power on a physical mountain is futile, as everyone is flawed and imperfect


Depraved, you haven't got much sense though you've got less rights no one
Living in a corrupt society means having limited freedom, despite possessing intelligence


Has it all, some of us are left to defend lost cause, all you want to say
Not everyone has equal opportunities and resources, resulting in some fighting for hopeless causes


It doesn't always sound like it's meant that way.
Sometimes words or actions are misunderstood, giving off a different impression than intended


What a way to die, standing on your head to prolong the high, chained up
Engaging in dangerous and harmful behaviors to keep up a temporary high is a tragic way to live and possibly even die


To your bed, rubbing in the oil to reduce those welts, tours in hostile
Suffering from physical repercussions of poor choices, enduring difficult or dangerous environments


Lands, you could be ill advised to purse those plans years of self deceit,
Continuing down a path that will likely lead to destruction, deceived by one's own actions and thoughts


Reality is blurred so you make believe.
Living in a distorted reality, believing in things that are not based in actuality


Start out fighting, ran away frightened, takes a long time to reduce the
Beginning with passion and enthusiasm, then retreating in fear, it takes time to recover and lessen one's excitement levels


Excitement, levels, rebels, devils that disturb your sleep, no wonder you
Constantly experiencing inner turmoil and unrest due to being rebellious and going against societal norms


Can't stay on you feet.
Suffering from the consequences of one's actions, struggling to stand and move forward


What a shock to find, nobody around when you have lost your mind, books and
Feeling abandoned and isolated during a mental health crisis, clinging to past memories and experiences


Photographs, living in an age that has long since passed, everyone's inside
Holding onto the past, unable to adjust to the present reality, everyone is too introspective


Trying to find a way out of level nine, signed and sealed your fate, you've
Attempting to escape from a difficult and complex situation, although your outcome is predetermined and finalized


Got more police but you're still not safe.
Despite having more protection, safety is still not guaranteed in a corrupt society


Standing for election, running for protection, bulletproof vest in the
Participating in the political process in order to gain safety and security, fearing harm from those who oppose your beliefs


Banking section, roller coaster, comatose looking for the Elvis clone,
Focusing on monetary gain while living in an unstable and unpredictable world, seeking a savior or replacement instead of dealing with reality


Nobody hears you so you reach for the phone.
Feeling unheard and disregarded, resorting to seeking attention and help through technological means


What a lot to give, everything you have not to be disturbed, homes and
Sacrificing everything to maintain a sense of peace and stability in one's life, even if it means blindly following others


Loans for free, following any fool that leads, words to understand while
Easily manipulated by those in power, lacking the ability to think for oneself and critically analyze information


Laying down the law in the desert sands, no one wants to smile, all of us
Trying to impose and enforce laws on an inhospitable and barren environment, devoid of joy and happiness


Are bored but we want more time.
Feeling unsatisfied and unfulfilled, yet desiring more time to continue living in an unfulfilling world


I can't shed no light but I do know there's not easy way I can't blindly
Admitting inability to provide answers or guidance, understanding that there is no simple solution or path to follow


Hope though I do know that's no road to go.
Recognizing that false hope is not a viable or helpful solution to difficult situations


I can't feel the pain but I do know it's about to rain.
Unable to physically sense the struggles and hardships one is facing, but understanding that a difficult time is approaching


I don't care, I don't care I don't care I don't care I don't care I it's
Feeling indifferent towards the overwhelming and negative news that comes from the world


The news of the world I don't care, I don't care I don't care I don't care
Expressing apathy and disinterest towards the constant barrage of negative events happening in society


I don't care I it's the news of the world, I don't care, I don't care I
Refusing to be consumed by the negativity and chaos of the world, choosing to prioritize one's own mental health and wellbeing


Don't care I don't care I don't care I don't care I it's the news
Reiterating the lack of concern towards the negativity that is often reported in the media


Of the world
Referring to the constant stream of negative news that is often reported and consumed by society




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