Between Angels And Insects
Papa Roach Lyrics
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Only obsession, I don't need that shit
Take my money, take my obsession
I just want to be heard, loud and clear are my words
Coming from within man, tell 'em what you heard
It's about a revolution, in your heart and in your mind
You can find a conclusion, lifestyle and obsession
And your pocketbooks stressin'
You're a slave to the system, workin' jobs that you hate
For that shit you don't need
It's too bad the world is based on greed
Step back and see
Stop thinkin' 'bout yourself, start thinking' about
There's no money, there's no possession
Only obsession, I don't need that shit
Take my money, take my possession, take my obsession
I don't need that
'Cause everything is nothing
And emptiness isn't everything
This reality is really just a fucked up dream
With the flesh and the blood that you call your soul
Flip it inside out, it's a big black hole
Take your money burn it up like an asteroid
Possessions, they are never gonna fill the void
Take it away and learn the best lesson
The heart, the soul, the life, the passion
There's no money, there's no possession
Only obsession, I don't need that shit
Take my money, take my possessions, take my obsession
I don't need that shit
Money, possession, obsession
Present yourself, press your clothes
Comb your hair, clock in
You just can't win, just can't win
And the things you own, own you
No!
Take my money, take my possession, take my obsession
I don't need that shit
Fuck your money, fuck your possession
Fuck your obsession, I don't need that shit
Money, possession, obsession
I don't need that shit
The song "Between Angels And Insects" by Papa Roach is a commentary on consumerism and materialism. The lyrics describe a frustration with the way society values possessions and money over personal growth and individuality. The opening lines, "There's no money, there's no possessions / Only obsession, I don't need that shit" suggest a rejection of capitalist ideology and a desire to break free from its constraints.
The following lines, "It's about a revolution, in your heart and in your mind / You can find a conclusion, lifestyle and obsession / Diamond rings get you nothin' but a life-long lesson" call for a personal revolution in the way one thinks about success and what is truly valuable in life. The song goes on to criticize the system that perpetuates these ideas, with lines like "You're a slave to the system, workin' jobs that you hate / For that shit you don't need / It's too bad the world is based on greed."
The chorus, "There's no money, there's no possession / Only obsession, I don't need that shit / Take my money, take my possession, take my obsession / I don't need that" reinforces the rejection of these values and emphasizes the importance of personal growth and finding one's own passions in life.
Overall, "Between Angels And Insects" is a powerful critique of the consumerist culture that dominates society, and a call to action for individuals to find their own paths and reject the expectations placed upon them.
Line by Line Meaning
There's no money, there's no possessions
I am not interested in material possessions
Only obsession, I don't need that shit
My only focus is on what I am passionate about
Take my money, take my obsession
You can have everything I own, except my passion
I just want to be heard, loud and clear are my words
I want my message to be heard without any distractions
Coming from within man, tell 'em what you heard
My message comes from my heart and I want everyone to know what I stand for
It's about a revolution, in your heart and in your mind
I am trying to inspire a radical change in how we think and feel
You can find a conclusion, lifestyle and obsession
If you reflect on your lifestyle and what you obsess over, you may come to a realization that leads to change
Diamond rings get you nothin' but a life-long lesson
Buying expensive things won't bring you happiness, only a lesson in how fleeting material possessions are
And your pocketbooks stressin'
Focusing on material possessions can cause financial stress
You're a slave to the system, workin' jobs that you hate
Working jobs just for the sake of making money can make you feel trapped
For that shit you don't need
Working just to accumulate things you don't actually need is pointless
It's too bad the world is based on greed
The world has become corrupted by the desire for material possessions
Step back and see
Take a step back to reflect on what's important
Stop thinkin' 'bout yourself, start thinking' about
Instead of being self-centered, think about the bigger picture
Everything is nothing
The things we often focus on are ultimately unimportant
And emptiness isn't everything
Feeling empty inside is not the end all be all
This reality is really just a fucked up dream
The way the world is currently constructed is not natural
With the flesh and the blood that you call your soul
Our physical bodies and the intangible aspects of ourselves that make us who we are
Flip it inside out, it's a big black hole
Once you peel away the physical and mental constructs, you're left with an uncomfortable emptiness
Take your money burn it up like an asteroid
Get rid of all the distractions that money brings
Possessions, they are never gonna fill the void
Material possessions will never bring true fulfillment
Take it away and learn the best lesson
Once you get rid of material possessions, you will learn what is truly important
The heart, the soul, the life, the passion
The truly important things in life that bring fulfillment
Present yourself, press your clothes
Dress nicely and show up well-groomed
Comb your hair, clock in
Make sure you look your best and show up to work on time
You just can't win, just can't win
No matter how hard you try, society will never be satisfied with the bare minimum
And the things you own, own you
Material possessions can end up controlling your life
Fuck your money, fuck your possession
I do not value material possessions or wealth
Fuck your obsession, I don't need that shit
I am not interested in obsessing over superficial things
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: David Buckner, Jacoby Shaddix, Jerry Allan Horton, Tobin Esperance
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mustafaAlkubaisi2000
There's no money, there's no possessions
Only obsession, I don't need that shit
Take my money, take my obsession
I just want to be heard, loud and clear are my words
Coming from within man, tell 'em what you heard
It's about a revolution, in your heart and in your mind
You can find a conclusion, lifestyle and obsession
Diamond rings get you nothin' but a life-long lesson
And your pocketbooks stressin'
You're a slave to the system, workin' jobs that you hate
For that shit you don't need
It's too bad the world is based on greed
Step back and see
Stop thinkin' 'bout yourself, start thinking' about
There's no money, there's no possession
Only obsession, I don't need that shit
Take my money, take my possession, take my obsession
I don't need that
'Cause everything is nothing
And emptiness isn't everything
This reality is really just a fucked up dream
With the flesh and the blood that you call your soul
Flip it inside out, it's a big black hole
Take your money burn it up like an asteroid
Possessions, they are never gonna fill the void
Take it away and learn the best lesson
The heart, the soul, the life, the passion
There's no money, there's no possession
Only obsession, I don't need that shit
Take my money, take my possessions, take my obsession
I don't need that shit
Money, possession, obsession
Present yourself, press your clothes
Comb your hair, clock in
You just can't win, just can't win
And the things you own, own you
No!
Take my money, take my possession, take my obsession
I don't need that shit
Fuck your money, fuck your possession
Fuck your obsession, I don't need that shit
Money, possession, obsession
@Lunchboxdx
i remember mixing this song in Soundforge, at my buddies house, because only his computer was good enough to run the program
indulge me a little
@ 2:30 i mixed in the audio line "set yourself, comb your hair, tuck inn..." then following the same 2:40
memories, good ones, even if it doesn't make sense, i'm glad you guys read this
in other words, i have a version of this song that literally only exists in my head (which is a good thing honestly) but yeah, i think we all have songs that were altered and was considered special despite that version being bad or different, and literally not heard but by some of your closest neighborhood buddies ...not that they liked my edited version, its the simple fact of them hearing it and validating it..........
@paparoach
Who is listening in 2019??
@qwertyqwerty2384
raise hands :D
@alala3006
meeee:) o/
@lordzshikamaru
MEEE!
@adel.benyahia
Always !
@AweeRB26
🤘🏼My favourite song🤘🏼greetings from KK Sabah,Malaysia🇲🇾🤘🏼👊🏼🤘🏼🇲🇾
@codyking4848
Used to listen to this walking between classes in high school. I'm now 37, and now i listen to it driving between home and work. It still gives me goosebumps. The years in between have only provided me clarity on WHY it gives me goosebumps. Rock on. 🤘
@ultimatepicks
Bro! same - today's kids won't understand this music, they are still figuring out their gender.
@1aatlas
@@ultimatepicks The system has really done a number on the kids huh.
@mistyvalzania4022
38 and taking my 16 yr old daughter to see them tomorrow 🖤🖤 They influenced so much of my life, happy to pass it on to the next generation 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻