Roots
Martin Zarzar Lyrics


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The story told
Is one side of the tale
Take what you will
And weigh it on your scale

Well it won′t be long now
There is no way to contain it
No it won't be long now
Roots are breaking through the pavement

Philosophy
With no humanity
Is just a game
To feed our vanity

Well it won′t be long now
There is no way to contain it
No it won't be long now
Roots are breaking through the pavement

Now it won't be long
Won′t be long
And it won′t be long
Won't be long





No it won′t be long now
Roots are breaking through the pavement

Overall Meaning

The song Roots by Martin Zarzar is a commentary on the importance of paying attention to the roots of our experiences and beliefs. The lyrics suggest that there are multiple sides to every story and that it is important to consider different perspectives and weigh them against each other. The line "Roots are breaking through the pavement" serves as a metaphor for the raw truths that cannot be contained or ignored.


Zarzar also touches on the idea that philosophy without humanity is pointless and serves only to feed our own egos. The repetition of the phrase "it won't be long now" suggests a sense of urgency and a need to pay attention to what is happening underneath the surface, to the roots that are pushing through the pavement and demanding to be seen.


Overall, Roots is a powerful and evocative song that encourages its listeners to think deeply about their own experiences and to be open to different perspectives. It suggests that by paying attention to our roots and the roots of those around us, we can gain a deeper understanding of the world and ourselves.


Line by Line Meaning

The story told
The narrative presented is only one perspective


Is one side of the tale
Only presents a part of the complete story


Take what you will
Interpret the story at your discretion


And weigh it on your scale
Evaluate it based on your standards


Well it won’t be long now
Change is imminent


There is no way to contain it
It is unstoppable


Roots are breaking through the pavement
The past is resurfacing and breaking through the present


Philosophy
Theoretical or abstract thought


With no humanity
Lacks empathy or compassion


Is just a game
Becomes a trivial pursuit


To feed our vanity
Satisfies our egoism


Now it won't be long
The transformation is imminent


And it won't be long
The change will not be delayed


No it won′t be long now
The change is almost here


Roots are breaking through the pavement
The roots of the past are resurfacing and affecting the present




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Comments from YouTube:

Mandy Johnson

Martin wrote this as a mediation. Close your eyes, take a deep breath, exhale slowly and let your sprit soar...My meditation group has used the symbol of a flower breaking through concrete for many decades- when I heard this all I could was smile. The Z scored again...

Bernadete Rocha

Parabéns 👏 Linda música! Amei ❤️ Sou sua fã do Brasil 🇧🇷🇧🇷

Amaya...

Excelente!!!! 💐💐💐

tydymanz

Not familiar with Martin Zarzar but his music has a very nice feel to it.

gladys contreras

Belleza yo no sé porque no se hace conocer más al publico de habla Castellano....es un Fenómeno.

Carolina Erickson

Las imagenes espectaculares!

stef2012bg

Congratulations for you and Martin! Wonderful!

MariMari142

Excelent! ♥

jessaminescent

Fabulous ! Bravo !

PSYLLA2020

Lovely!!

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