Make Make
Mike Oldfield Lyrics


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Make Make
There's no way out no way in
To the hallowed halls
The inner ring
You're just a face
In the crowd
You got no place when you're down and out
Mona Lisa you can stop searching
Don't you know we're not Virgin

We're on the Make Make
We only Take Take
We're on the Make Make
We accumulate
We're on the Make Make
Don't mid it's Fake Fake
We're on the Make Make
We make heartbreak

Make Make
We build our tower
On shifting sand
You got no idea what's changing hands
No chivalry
Who cares what you feel
This is not the place for high ideals

Mona Lisa you can stop searching
Don't you know we're not Virgin

We're on the Make Make
We only Take Take
We're on the Make Make
We accumulate
We're on the Make Make
Don't mid it's Fake Fake
We're on the Make Make
We make heartbreak

Mona Lisa you can stop searching
Don't you know we're not Virgin

We're on the Make no sympathy we're sacrosanct




We're on the Make no charity no thanks
We're on the Make Make

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Make Make" by Mike Oldfield describe a world where there is no way out or in, where people have to strive for success, and where values like chivalry or high ideals are not valued. The song presents a disillusioned view of society where people are only interested in accumulating wealth and power. The phrase "Make Make" refers to this constant search for material success, which leaves no space for empathy or compassion. The chorus repeats this phrase over and over, creating a sense of urgency and restlessness.


The verse that mentions Mona Lisa could be interpreted in different ways. It could mean that even the most famous artwork in history cannot provide solace in this world. On the other hand, the reference to "not Virgin" could be read as a comment on the hypocrisy of religious institutions, which preach moral values but are often corrupt in practice.


Overall, the lyrics of "Make Make" are quite abstract, but they reflect a common theme in Mike Oldfield's work: a questioning of contemporary culture and a preference for introspection and spirituality.


Line by Line Meaning

Make Make
Emphasizing that the theme of the song is about people who are always on the move to gain money and success.


There's no way out no way in
There's no easy way to be successful in life.


To the hallowed halls
Referring to the elite circle of those who are successful and rich.


The inner ring
Referring to the exclusive group of successful people inside this circle.


You're just a face
You're not important or significant enough to be noticed as an individual.


In the crowd
Referring to the large number of people trying to be part of the inner circle of success.


You got no place when you're down and out
If you're not doing well financially, you have no place amongst the successful and wealthy people.


Mona Lisa you can stop searching
Mona Lisa, don't bother looking for something that is not there.


Don't you know we're not Virgin
The idea that if one is not careful, they can be taken advantage of by those who pretend to be innocent.


We're on the Make Make
People are trying to make money and success in their lives.


We only Take Take
People are always trying to take advantage of others to get ahead in life.


We accumulate
We gather success and wealth through our actions.


We're on the Make Make
Emphasizing that people are always on the move to gain money and success.


Don't mid it's Fake Fake
Don't mind that success and wealth is often built on false pretenses and a fake persona.


We make heartbreak
People often hurt others in their pursuit of success and wealth.


We build our tower
We build a metaphorical tower of success and wealth.


On shifting sand
The idea that one's success is not secure and can collapse quickly.


You got no idea what's changing hands
People are not aware of the deals and good opportunities that are made without their knowledge.


No chivalry
There is no sense of fairness or loyalty in the pursuit of success and wealth.


Who cares what you feel
People do not care about the feelings and emotions of others as they pursue their own success.


This is not the place for high ideals
The pursuit of money and success is not a place for moral or ethical values.


We're on the Make no sympathy we're sacrosanct
People who are on the move to gain money and success often do not show any sympathy or concern for others and feel protected by their success.


We're on the Make no charity no thanks
People who are constantly pursuing their own success and wealth often show no charity or gratitude towards those who help them along the way.




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Written by: MIKE OLDFIELD

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