Fallout
Naked Empire Lyrics


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If the web that we've spun
Of law comes undone
What would you let become
If you had a gun
And the foes of your sons stood
Alone here with you
Is vengeance the one
That answers to none
Could you draw first cold blood

You can be your best
Be better that this but
It wont be the end
It sits and persists
With each waking breath but you
Can't let it win
So ball up your fists




Give all you can give
Will you stand up for this

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Fallout" by Naked Empire deal with themes of vendetta, justice, and survival in a world gone mad. The first stanza presents a scenario where the web of law that holds society together has come undone, leaving individuals to fend for themselves against the enemies of their children. The question posed is whether vengeance, represented by the gun, is the only solution to such a predicament. The lyrics touch upon the primal instincts that are unleashed when faced with the threat of harm, asking if a person could draw first blood if necessary. The chorus offers a message of hope, urging listeners to fight for what is right and not let the world win.


In the second stanza, the lyrics speak directly to the listener, encouraging them to strive to be their best and not give up in the face of adversity. The repeated phrase "It sits and persists" represents the temptation to give in to despair and hopelessness, but the lyrics suggest that each person has the power to resist this urge and stand up for themselves and their beliefs. The metaphor of balling up one's fists is a physical representation of the inner strength and determination that is needed to overcome difficult circumstances.


Line by Line Meaning

If the web that we've spun
Our system of laws and governance.


Of law comes undone
If our laws no longer hold weight or lose their authority


What would you let become
If this happened, what would be the price of a non-rule-based society for you.


If you had a gun
If you had the power to rule.


And the foes of your sons stood
Struggling against those who are against you and your children.


Alone here with you
When the pressure is on and no one else is there to help you.


Is vengeance the one
Do you turn to revenge for answers when the law fails?


That answers to none
When seeking revenge, is there any limit or considerations that could stop you?


Could you draw first cold blood
Is it possible for you to become the aggressor as the first line of action.


You can be your best
You can always give your best.


Be better that this but
You can always improve your situation, however hard it may seem.


It wont be the end
Even though it may feel hard, it's never over until it's over.


It sits and persists
The weight of justice and progress is always present and refusing to fade away.


With each waking breath but you
Confronting you each day.


Can't let it win
You can't allow yourself to be defeated by oppressors or those standing against you.


So ball up your fists
Give your best fight.


Give all you can give
No one can take away your determination or your fighting spirit.


Will you stand up for this
Are you ready to take a stand and fight back against injustice?




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Comments from YouTube:

thatchadguy 97

This song is really good

Martin Mulholland

they chose the rule of law over chaos!!!! god bless!!!! to bad this band isnt still putting out music they were incredible!!!!!!!

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