DIY World
Patrick Page Lyrics
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And we need to be what we gotta be
That's what we oughta be in the DIY world
'Cause we can be what we wanna be
Tomorrow belongs to the brave
And we need to be what we gotta be
Do it yourself
DIY world
Gamma rays, tidal waves, influenza
There's so many ways
The human race can take a hit
We're gonna sink but you can swim
If you don't mind a little change of skin
Designer genes are a better fit
'Cause we can be what we wanna be
And we need to be what we gotta be
And that's what we oughta be
In the DIY world
'Cause we can be what we wanna be
Tomorrow belongs to the brave
And we need to be what we gotta be
Not the slave but the brave
Do it yourself
Do it yourself
DIY world
Rising seas, no more trees
Then be a freaking fleet of killer bees
We're masters of creation
DNA is the way
Now that evolution's had its day
The intelligent design solution
And we, we could live for a thousand years
'Cause we can be what we wanna be
And we need to be what we gotta be
That's what we oughta be
In the DIY world
'Cause we can be what we wanna be
Do it yourself
And we need to be what we gotta be
Yourself, do it yourself
That's what we oughta be
In the DIY world
Do it yourself
Do it yourself
Do it yourself
'Cause we can be what we wanna be
Tomorrow belongs to the brave
Not the slave
And we need to be what we gotta be
But the brave
Do it yourself
Do it yourself
DIY world
Imagine, we could produce super-strength
Electric reflexes
Powers once reserved for the ancient gods
Are now within our grasp
And we, we could live
We could live for a thousand years
The song "DIY World" by Patrick Page is a stirring affirmation of human empowerment, expressed through a vision of genetic modification and technological innovation. With its driving beat and bold lyrics, the song urges us to take control of our own destiny and embrace the limitless potential of the DIY world.
The opening lines of the song set the tone for its message of personal agency and aspiration. "We can be what we wanna be," Page declares, "And we need to be what we gotta be / That's what we oughta be in the DIY world." Here, the DIY (Do It Yourself) ethos becomes a kind of mantra, encouraging listeners to seize the tools at their disposal and create their own future.
The middle of the song presents a series of challenges and obstacles to this vision, including environmental disasters and disease epidemics. But rather than succumbing to despair or resignation, Page encourages us to take a hopeful and proactive stance. "Rising seas, no more trees / Then be a freaking fleet of killer bees," he proclaims, suggesting that even the bleakest scenarios can be overcome with creativity and determination. Ultimately, the song celebrates the power of evolutionary progress and human innovation to transform our world and achieve collective greatness.
Line by Line Meaning
'Cause we can be what we wanna be
It's possible to become anything we desire
And we need to be what we gotta be
We must become what we need to be
That's what we oughta be in the DIY world
This is how we should behave in a do-it-yourself world
Tomorrow belongs to the brave
The future is for those who are courageous enough to pursue it
Do it yourself
Take control of your own destiny
DIY world
A world where individuals are responsible for their own success or failure
There's so many ways
There are numerous possibilities
The human race can take a hit
We are capable of enduring challenges
We're gonna sink but you can swim
Difficult times are ahead, but some will manage to survive them
If you don't mind a little change of skin
Those who are adaptable will be more likely to survive
Designer genes are a better fit
We can adapt to our environment by altering our DNA
Not the slave but the brave
We should strive to be leaders not followers in the DIY world
Rising seas, no more trees
Climate change is causing many problems
Then be a freaking fleet of killer bees
Metaphorically, we should be swift and proactive in addressing systemic issues
We're masters of creation
We have the ability to shape our own future
DNA is the way
By altering our DNA, we can evolve and adapt to our changing environment
Now that evolution's had its day
The time has come for us to take control of our own evolution
The intelligent design solution
By using science and technology, we can find solutions to our problems
And we, we could live for a thousand years
We have the potential to greatly extend our lifetimes
Yourself, do it yourself
You are the only one who can shape your own destiny
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVE EVANS, PAUL DAVID HEWSON
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