He recently released his second solo album, his first album with original material. "Shakin' the Ground" showcased a more soulful and funky artist, with Ole himself stating in interviews that he's returned to his musical roots.
In between the Extol years and his current album, he has spent more time in non-metal music; his solo album "Chi-Rho" (a compilation of covers of Christian pop/rock songs) was recorded and released when he was on a break from Extol, and since leaving Extol he has been active as a session vocalist and guitarist in Oslo.
Make A Change
Ole Børud Lyrics
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And I just have to say it
There's always something going on that makes me wonder
Why do we beat the hate
Why do we fight each other
I just don't understand the meaning of it all
We look the other way
Yes its true
Where is the light we need to help us make a change
All I know is
We gonna get it back to love
Yeah we got to give it
The only way I know for sure to change the way we live together
We gonna get it back to love
Yeah we got to live it
The only thing I know for sure
We have to make a change
This is another day
It comes another minute
And once again we get a change to make differens dot let it
Go to waised
I know it takes believing
But we still have the choise to learn from our mistakes
We don't have to stay the same
Lets change the roles of the game
That we play
Where is the light we need to help us make a change
All I know is
We gonna get it back to love
Yeah we got to give it
The only way I know for sure to change the way we live together
We gonna get it back to love
Yeah we got to live it
The only thing I know for sure
We have to make a change
We gonna get it back to love
Yeah we got to give it
The only way I know for sure to change the way we live together
We gonna get it back to love
Yeah we got to live it
The only thing I know for sure
We have to make a change
We gonna get it back to love
The only way I know for sure
(I know for sure to change the way)
We gonna get it back to love
The only thing I know for sure
We have to make a change
In "Make A Change," Ole Børud expresses his frustration with the constant presence of hatred and conflict in the world. Despite his confusion over why people consistently choose to fight each other, he believes that love is the only solution to creating a positive change in society. He calls for people to take action, to stop playing the game of turning a blind eye and instead to actively work towards making a difference.
He recognizes that change isn't easy, but encourages listeners to not waste any opportunities to make a difference. He acknowledges the power of belief in creating change and urges people to learn from their mistakes, indicating that change can only be made if individuals are willing to change their own actions and not stay stagnant.
The repeated line "We gonna get it back to love" is not only a call to action but also serves as a reminder of the importance of love and unity in creating positive change.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard the news today
I received information today
And I just have to say it
I feel compelled to express my thoughts about it
There's always something going on that makes me wonder
There are constantly events occurring that perplex me
Why do we beat the hate
Why do we propagate animosity
Why do we fight each other
Why do we engage in conflict with one another
I just don't understand the meaning of it all
I fail to comprehend the significance of everything happening
We look the other way
We choose to ignore certain situations
This is the game we all play
This is the pattern of behavior we exhibit
Where is the light we need to help us make a change
What resource is available to assist us in modifying our actions
All I know is
I am certain that
We gonna get it back to love
We will restore love
Yeah we got to give it
This can only be accomplished by giving love
The only way I know for sure to change the way we live together
The sole approach I am confident in to adjust our coexistence
This is another day
Today is just like every other day
It comes another minute
Time consistently progresses
And once again we get a change to make differens dot let it
We are given another opportunity to create an impact, let us not waste it
Go to waised
Do not squander this chance
I know it takes believing
I acknowledge that it requires conviction
But we still have the choise to learn from our mistakes
However, we still possess the option to learn from our errors
We don't have to stay the same
There is no obligation to remain unchanged
Lets change the roles of the game
Let us modify the course of our actions
Where is the light we need to help us make a change
What resource is available to assist us in modifying our actions
We gonna get it back to love
We will restore love
The only thing I know for sure
The only fact I am certain of
We have to make a change
Modifying our actions is imperative
We gonna get it back to love
We will restore love
The only way I know for sure to change the way we live together
The sole approach I am confident in to adjust our coexistence
We gonna get it back to love
We will restore love
The only thing I know for sure
The only fact I am certain of
We have to make a change
Modifying our actions is imperative
We gonna get it back to love
We will restore love
The only way I know for sure
The sole approach I am confident in
(I know for sure to change the way)
(I am certain the only way to adjust our actions is)
We gonna get it back to love
We will restore love
The only thing I know for sure
The only fact I am certain of
We have to make a change
Modifying our actions is imperative
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