World On Fire
Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators Lyrics


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Well they say that we are tragic
And they say we're born to lose
You're the misfit, I'm the sinner,
You're the heathen, I'm the fool
But today you'll be the master or the slave,
It's up to you
Or my beautiful disaster take me anywhere you choose
Don't fight it, ignite it
This much I'm sure

I think it's time to set this world on fire
I think it's time to push it to the edge
Burn it to the ground and trip the wire
You may never be this good again

It's like a new religion speaking tongues
come see the light
Do not trip on inhibitions that will only waste my time
Let me tempt you with the evils of the flesh and so much more
Like a Babylon redeemer, like a pusher, like a whore

Just try it, you'll like it
I'll give you more

I think it's time to set this world on fire
I think it's time to push it to the edge
Burn it to the ground and trip the wire
You may never be this good again

It's so dark, I can't see
All the truth inside us
All I want is to feel something that's real before the end

Close the door
Turn the key
Do you like
What you see

Kill the lights
Oh come to me
Set it off tonight
Baby just like fire on gasoline

I think it's time to set this world on fire
I think it's time to push it to the edge
I'm so fuckin' bored so trip the wire
You may never be this good again

Just trip the wire
This world's on fire




Just trip the wire
You may never be this good again

Overall Meaning

The song "World On Fire" by Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators is an electrifying rock-n-roll anthem that pushes the boundaries of social conformity and urges listeners to live life on their own terms. The song's opening lines, "Well, they say that we are tragic / And they say we're born to lose / You're the misfit, I'm the sinner / You're the heathen, I'm the fool," set the tone for a rebellious message about breaking away from societal norms and embracing unconventional thinking. The chorus, "I think it's time to set this world on fire / I think it's time to push it to the edge / Burn it to the ground and trip the wire / You may never be this good again," sums up the song's overall theme of living life to the fullest and not holding back.


The lyrics in the song are powerful and urge the listener to take action and live life like there is no tomorrow. Lines such as "Don't fight it, ignite it / This much I'm sure" and "Just try it, you'll like it / I'll give you more" encourage listeners to shed their inhibitions and embrace the unknown. The song celebrates the idea of passion, sex, and living life to the fullest – "Like a Babylon redeemer, like a pusher, like a whore" alluding to the intoxicating nature of life's many vices. In conclusion, "World On Fire" is an anthem for nonconformity and the pursuit of the pleasures of life.


Line by Line Meaning

Well they say that we are tragic
Some people believe that we are hopeless and doomed to fail.


And they say we're born to lose
Others think that we are destined for failure from birth.


You're the misfit, I'm the sinner,
You are different from the norm, whereas I have committed moral wrongs.


You're the heathen, I'm the fool
You are considered an uncivilised person, while I have made bad decisions.


But today you'll be the master or the slave,
Today, you have the power to either control the situation or be controlled by it.


It's up to you
The decision of whether to seize control or relinquish it is yours.


Or my beautiful disaster take me anywhere you choose
Alternatively, you can take over and lead us both to destruction.


Don't fight it, ignite it
Don't resist the urge, instead fuel it with passion.


This much I'm sure
I am certain of this statement.


I think it's time to set this world on fire
I believe that it is time to shake up the status quo and take bold actions.


I think it's time to push it to the edge
I think it's time to take risks and test the limits.


Burn it to the ground and trip the wire
Let's destroy what's holding us back and activate a new, intense phase of living.


You may never be this good again
This opportunity may not come again, so make the most of it.


It's like a new religion speaking tongues
This feeling is so intense and life-changing, it's like discovering a whole new way of living.


come see the light
Experience this powerful change for yourself.


Do not trip on inhibitions that will only waste my time
Don't let your fears and restrictions hold us back from making the most of our time together.


Let me tempt you with the evils of the flesh and so much more
Let me show you the wilder side of life and the possibilities that come with it.


Like a Babylon redeemer, like a pusher, like a whore
I can be whatever you need me to be to help you embrace this new way of living.


Just try it, you'll like it
Take this chance and you'll enjoy it.


I'll give you more
I have more to offer than you can imagine.


It's so dark, I can't see
It's hard to see the truth in our situation.


All the truth inside us
Our true feelings and motivations are still present, regardless of the difficulties we face.


All I want is to feel something that's real before the end
I just want to experience something that feels authentic and fulfilling before it's too late.


Close the door
Shut out the outside world and focus on what's truly important.


Turn the key
Take control of your fate and start making changes.


Do you like
Are you enjoying this experience?


What you see
What you're seeing and feeling at this moment.


Kill the lights
Get rid of any distractions and focus on the moment at hand.


Oh come to me
Embrace this intense experience with me.


Set it off tonight
Start the fire tonight and see where it takes us.


Baby just like fire on gasoline
We'll be explosive together, like a combination of fire and gasoline.


I'm so fuckin' bored so trip the wire
I'm tired of the same old routine and it's time to break free and take a risk.


Just trip the wire
Take the leap and start the fire.


This world's on fire
We are creating a new, intense world together.


You may never be this good again
This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we should seize while we can.




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MYLES KENNEDY, SAUL HUDSON

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@DrizzlingDrizzlers

I'll probably get crucified for this, but Myles Kennedy has completley ignored the lyrics that he's written for Alter Bridge.

Rise Today - "Feels like we're all alone, Running further from what's right, And there are no more heroes to follow, So what are we becoming? Where did we go wrong? Yeah, I want to rise today, And change this world"

Or how bout... Make it Right - "Into the fire you fall, If only you could make it right, Stand up and fight for resolve, If only you can make it right"

Other song titles include: Watch over you, Come to life, Ties that bind, Buried alive, Shed my skin, Slip to the void, and yet this song and video completely compromises what Alter Bridge once stood for. 

As far as I'm concerned, Myles is one less hero to follow.



All comments from YouTube:

@Frenaticc

Pure fact, you put Slash and Myles Kennedy in a song together, you will get a masterpiece.  Enough said.

@reyshrd4783

don’t forget bout Kerns 💯

@nf5113

Best party song on the planet nothing compares on load speaker

@johnnygoodman2003

And Aiden Ashley

@beastdude507

Started video, saw guy drawing. Goes to do mess around in other tabs as this awesome hard rock n' roll plays. Come back to tab. Tits, alcohol and drugs The fuck did I miss?

@snowxn3409

don't you know ! you need fits art drugs and alcohol for "inspiration" !

@snowxn3409

tits*

@chiefkeefsglvk1642

I don't know what you missed

@ThomasHendrickson

You missed tits alcohol and drugs

@MtBx420

Probably one of the coolest music videos I’ve ever seen hands down

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