Give It All
NFS Underground 2 OST - Rise against Lyrics
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Your hands I can't seem to find
Pollution burns my tongue
Cough words I can't speak so I stall myself again, then I fall to the surface
Fill my lungs with air
Then let it out
I give it all
So give it all
Cause it's these reasons that belong to me
Rock bottom's where we live
And still we dig these trenches
Bury ourselves in them
Backs breaking on the tension
For far too long these voices
Muffled by distances
It's time to come to our senses
And from the dark
We give it all
This is the reason why I sing
So give it all
It's these reasons that belong to me
Breathe, the air we give
The life we live
Our voices raising distances
So when my tongue
Break into song
You seize a competition
So please believe your eyes
Of sacrifice
Is not what we had in our minds
I'm coming home tonight, home tonight
We give it all
This is the reason why I sing
So give it all
It's these reasons that belong to me
Today I offer up myself to this I'm living for my dying wish
I give it all
Now there's a reason, there's a reason
To give it all
The lyrics of "Give It All" by Rise Against describe the struggles of fighting against oppression and finding the strength to overcome obstacles. The first stanza presents a person struggling to keep their head above water, feeling suffocated by the pollution of the world and unable to find a way to express themselves. But then the person takes a deep breath and decides to "give it all" - put all their efforts into speaking out and fighting against the darkness.
The second stanza emphasizes the idea of hitting rock bottom and how even when we're trapped there, we continue to dig for a way out. The voices of those in turmoil are often unheard or silenced, creating distances between people. The singer desires to break that silence and speak out against the various ways in which society wrongs us. In the chorus, the line "This is the reason why I sing" emphasizes that the singer isn't singing just for fun or entertainment. Rather, they're using music as a platform to communicate a message of hope and struggle.
The repeated phrase "give it all" is a testament to the singer's determination and commitment to this cause. The last stanza reinforces this idea, with the singer declaring that they're willing to sacrifice everything for the cause they believe in. They're willing to come home tonight after a long day of fighting, knowing that they've given their all for a better tomorrow.
Overall, the song is about the power of perseverance, even when things seem hopeless. It encourages listeners to continue fighting, even when the world feels bleak and unfair.
Line by Line Meaning
Break through the undertow
Overcome the obstacles that are holding you back
Your hands I can't seem to find
I feel lost and unable to move forward
Pollution burns my tongue
I am disgusted by the negativity around me
Cough words I can't speak so I stall myself again, then I fall to the surface
I struggle to express myself and end up feeling defeated
Fill my lungs with air
Take a deep breath and stay determined
Then let it out
Release your stress and frustration
I give it all
I am fully committed to this cause
This is the reason that I sing
Expression through music is my calling
So give it all
Continue to put forth maximum effort
Cause it's these reasons that belong to me
The passion and drive to succeed are personal and deeply felt
Rock bottom's where we live
We are familiar with the struggle of adversity
And still we dig these trenches
Despite the hardships, we persist and work tirelessly
Bury ourselves in them
Our personal investment is total and all-consuming
Backs breaking on the tension
The stress and challenge of the situation is taking a toll, but we persevere
For far too long these voices
People have been silenced and ignored for too long
Muffled by distances
Those who need to be heard are too far away and not being listened to
It's time to come to our senses
We need to wake up and actively work for change
And from the dark
Even when things seem bleak, we can still make a difference
Breathe, the air we give
We are providing a breath of fresh air and hope
The life we live
This is our reality, and we are fighting for a better existence
Our voices raising distances
We are using our voice to reach others and promote change
So when my tongue
When I have the opportunity to speak out
Break into song
I will use my music to make my message heard
You seize a competition
Together, we can create a movement for change and progress
So please believe your eyes
See the truth that is in front of you
Of sacrifice
The hard work and dedication that is needed to succeed
Is not what we had in our minds
We are fighting for something greater than just personal gain
I'm coming home tonight, home tonight
We will continue the fight until we reach our ultimate goals
Today I offer up myself to this I'm living for my dying wish
I am dedicating my entire being to this cause, even if it means sacrificing everything
Now there's a reason, there's a reason
We have a clear motive and purpose for our actions
To give it all
To continue working tirelessly for what we believe in
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brandon Barnes, Christopher Chasse, Joseph Principe, Timothy Mcilrath
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