NEVER SAY DIE
Ozzy Osbourne Lyrics


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People going nowhere, taken for a ride
Looking for the answers that they know inside
Searching for a reason, looking for a rhyme
Snow White's mirror said "partners in crime!"
Don't they ever have to worry?
Don't you ever wonder why?
It's a part of me that tells you
Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
Never, never, never say die again

Sunday's satisfaction, Monday's home and dry
Truth is on the doorstep, welcome in the lie
All dressed up in sorrow, got no place to go
Hold back, 'till it's ready, taking it slow

Don't they ever have to worry?
Don't you ever wonder why?
It's a part of me that tells you
Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
Never, never, never say die again

Don't you ever say die
Don't you ever say die
Never say die

Panic, silver lining, writing's on the wall
Children get together, you can save us all
Future's on the corner, throwing us a die
Slow down, turn around, everything's fine

There's no need to have a reason
There's no need to wonder why
It's a part of me that tells you




Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
Never, never, never say die again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Never Say Die" by Ozzy Osbourne can be interpreted as a commentary on the human condition. The first verse portrays people as aimlessly wandering through life, looking for answers that are already within themselves. The reference to Snow White's mirror suggests that people are looking for validation from others instead of trusting their own instincts. The chorus admonishes against giving up or losing hope, encouraging listeners to persevere through life's challenges.


The second verse continues this theme, with the reference to "Sunday's satisfaction, Monday's home and dry" suggesting that people retreat into routine to escape the difficulties of life. The line "truth is on the doorstep, welcome in the lie" implies that people may be aware of their own shortcomings, but choose to ignore them in favor of superficial comfort. The verses then converge on the same message: that despite life's difficulties, it is important to remain persistent and resolute in the face of adversity.


In conclusion, "Never Say Die" is a song that encourages listeners to persevere through life's challenges and not lose hope in the face of adversity. The lyrics suggest that people should trust their own instincts, rather than looking to others for validation or retreating into comfortable routines.



Line by Line Meaning

People going nowhere, taken for a ride
Individuals aimlessly wandering and being misled by others


Looking for the answers that they know inside
Trying to find solutions to problems that they already know how to solve


Searching for a reason, looking for a rhyme
Attempting to find justification and meaning for their actions


Snow White's mirror said "partners in crime!"
The reflection in the mirror is telling them they are participating in illegal activities


Don't they ever have to worry?
Do these individuals have no fears or concerns?


Don't you ever wonder why?
Have you never questioned the situation?


It's a part of me that tells you
It's an inner voice that is trying to communicate


Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
You should never give up or lose hope


Never, never, never say die again
Never repeat this defeatist attitude in the future


Sunday's satisfaction, Monday's home and dry
At first content but ultimately unsuccessful


Truth is on the doorstep, welcome in the lie
The ability to tell the truth but still accepting lies


All dressed up in sorrow, got no place to go
Being sad, but not having the direction to improve the situation


Hold back, 'till it's ready, taking it slow
Waiting patiently for the right time to act


Panic, silver lining, writing's on the wall
Discovering hope in times of chaos and uncertainly


Children get together, you can save us all
Finding a solution to problems needs to be a joint effort


Future's on the corner, throwing us a die
The unknown future is a gamble


Slow down, turn around, everything's fine
Take a moment to breathe, and everything will work out in the end


There's no need to have a reason
There is no logical explanation for some things in life


It's a part of me that tells you
The inner voice is an important guide


Oh, don't you ever, don't ever say die
Never give up or lose hope


Never, never, never say die again
Do not fall back into the cycle of negativity




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