Tolerate
Morning Glory Lyrics


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Let me live hard and fast
Let me die young at last
Let me stay by letting me go
Let me love those I don't know
Let me shout and sing along
And let the world now hear my song
Let me question, overstate,
Understand and tolerate!
You own your hate
You're owned by the state
Who write the rules
For wise men and fools
The ashes of the constitution cloud the way
As moral rectitude leads common sense astray
The arbitrary laws of man
Bind my heart if you still can!
Objectify your inner hate and turn it into truth
I used to feel that way sometimes
But mainly as a youth
Of primal instinct all men own an equal stock in hate
There's no primal instinct urging you to tolerate
You're radical
You're sure you're right
For all our sakes
Be wrong tonight
Together bound upon a planet webbed in faiths
Whose proclamations all agree but seem a wraith




A call to arms in a time of peace
I call it on myself to cease

Overall Meaning

The song "Tolerate" by Morning Glory is a call to action for individuals to stand up against hate and intolerance. The lyrics speak of the desire to live life fully and passionately, to love and accept others regardless of their differences, to question authority, and to ultimately strive for tolerance in a world that often breeds fear and division. The first verse speaks of a desire to live hard and fast but also to be remembered in death as someone who lived life on their own terms. The chorus asks for the ability to ask questions, overstate opinions, and ultimately be able to tolerate those who hold different views. The second verse tackles the themes of hate, political corruption, and arbitrary laws which are hindering human progress. It speaks to the idea that individuals and governments must confront their inner hate and turn it into positive action. The song concludes with a call to put down arms, stand in unity, and embrace a greater understanding of each other.


One interesting fact about the song "Tolerate" is that it was written and performed by Ezra Kire, a former member of the punk band "Leftover Crack." Despite being a relatively unknown band, Morning Glory's track "Orphan's Holiday" was featured in the popular indie game "To the Moon." The band has also collaborated with other punk groups such as Choking Victim, as well as newer bands like Bad Cop/Bad Cop. Morning Glory has had several changes in line-up, with Kire being the only consistent member since its inception.


In 2017, the band re-released the album "Poets Were My Heroes" on vinyl, which includes the song "Tolerate." The original album was produced by Fat Mike, the lead singer of the punk band NOFX. Morning Glory also released a split album with the band Off With Their Heads, which includes their song "Born to December." Additionally, they have toured with various bands, including the punk rock legends Bad Religion.


The chords for "Tolerate" are as follows:


Verse: D, A, G, D
Chorus: D, A, G, D, A, G, D
Bridge: D, A, G, D, A, G, D, D


Overall, "Tolerate" is a powerful song that encourages individuals to embrace their passions, express their opinions, and strive for tolerance and understanding in a world filled with hate and intolerance. The song's combination of punk-inspired instrumentals and thoughtful lyrics makes it a standout track from the band Morning Glory.


Line by Line Meaning

Let me live hard and fast
I want to live a full and adventurous life, without any restriction on my actions or behavior.


Let me die young at last
I would rather live a short but vibrant life than a long and dull one, so that I may experience everything the world has to offer.


Let me stay by letting me go
If you truly love me, then you will let me be free to pursue my own desires without trying to control or restrict me.


Let me love those I don't know
I want to be able to form connections with anyone I choose, regardless of race, religion or social status.


Let me shout and sing along
I want the freedom to express myself in any way I see fit, without being criticized or judged for it.


And let the world now hear my song
I want my voice to be heard by everyone, and for my ideas and beliefs to be given consideration and respect.


Let me question, overstate,
I want to be able to express my opinions and ideas, even if they are controversial or unpopular.


Overstate and tolerate
I believe in speaking out against injustice and discrimination, even if it means going beyond what is considered socially acceptable.


You own your hate
You are responsible for your own feelings of anger and resentment, and you should strive to overcome them rather than letting them control you.


You're owned by the state
Society has a powerful influence over our beliefs and actions, often shaping our attitudes and opinions in ways that are not always constructive or beneficial.


Who write the rules
Those in positions of authority are the ones who define what is acceptable behavior and what is not, often enforcing their own biases and prejudices in the process.


For wise men and fools
People of all backgrounds and intelligence levels are subject to these rules, regardless of their ability to understand or follow them.


The ashes of the constitution cloud the way
The principles of democracy and freedom are being eroded by those who seek to maintain power and control, making it increasingly difficult for individuals to exercise their own rights and privileges.


As moral rectitude leads common sense astray
People often act on what they perceive to be morally right rather than what is rational or practical, leading to misguided decision-making and conflict.


The arbitrary laws of man
Many of the rules and regulations that we live by are arbitrary and subjective, often serving the interests of those in positions of power rather than the general public.


Bind my heart if you still can!
Despite all of these obstacles, I refuse to let anyone else dictate how I think, feel or behave.


Objectify your inner hate and turn it into truth
Rather than denying or suppressing our negative feelings, we should confront them directly and try to transform them into positive action.


I used to feel that way sometimes
I have experienced feelings of anger and hate in the past, but I have learned to channel those emotions in a more constructive and positive direction.


But mainly as a youth
When I was younger, I was more susceptible to negative emotions and influences, but I have since matured and gained a greater sense of perspective and understanding.


Of primal instinct all men own an equal stock in hate
Humans have a natural inclination towards aggression and violence, but this does not mean that we should allow these instincts to dictate our behavior.


There's no primal instinct urging you to tolerate
The impulse to be tolerant and accepting of others is not innate, but rather a learned behavior that requires education and practice.


You're radical
Your views and opinions may be considered extreme or unconventional by mainstream society.


You're sure you're right
You have a strong sense of conviction and belief in your ideas and principles, regardless of how others may perceive them.


For all our sakes
The well-being of society as a whole is at stake, and it is up to each of us to contribute positively to this collective effort.


Be wrong tonight
We should be open to the possibility that our beliefs and assumptions may be flawed, and be willing to acknowledge and correct our mistakes.


Together bound upon a planet webbed in faiths
We are all connected and interdependent, despite our differences in culture, religion and ideology.


Whose proclamations all agree but seem a wraith
Many of the values and beliefs that we hold in common are intangible and difficult to define or measure, leading to misunderstandings and disagreements.


A call to arms in a time of peace
Even in times of relative tranquility and prosperity, we must remain vigilant and vigilant and committed to protecting our freedoms and rights.


I call it on myself to cease
As an individual, I take responsibility for my own actions and behavior, and strive to promote positivity and openness towards others.




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Comments from YouTube:

lgwgn88

That first verse is amazing! 1:00-1:16

KillaKlump

The guitar is amazing on this track

alienandroid2012

These lyrics are so awesome. Has anyone else listened to this song or what?!

enrico malatesta

Let me live hard and fast
Let me die young at last
Let me stay by letting me go
Let me love those i don't know

Let me shout and sing along
And let the world now hear my song
Let me question, overstate,
Understand and tolerate!

You own your hate
You're owned by the state
Who write the rules
For wise men and fools

The ashes of the constitution cloud the way
As moral rectitude leads common sense astray

The arbitrary laws of man-
Bind my heart if you still can!

Objectify your inner hate and turn it into truth
I used to feel that way sometimes
But mainly as a youth
Of primal instinct all men own an equal stock in hate
There's no primal instinct urging you to tolerate

You're radical
You're sure you're right
For all our sakes
Be wrong tonight

Together bound upon a planet webbed in faiths
Whose proclamations all agree but seem a wraith

A call to arms in a time of peace
I call it on myself to cease

Cammy Walker

YES!

frank wallop

This song...this band...unbelievable. love

Loco Lobo

Politix and drinking.. Greetings from eugene oregon!

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