Power
Planet P Project Lyrics


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Power -- what holds it up
What makes it fly
That can't be done
Power -- the boys got the right stuff
I see it in his eyes
He thinks it's fun
Power -- now be a good little man
Can you show me that again?
I bet you can't
Power -- o.k. you win you can
But point it away
Don't get the boy mad
Oh we'll keep you
We'll be watching you
And we'll study you
And artie, oh we'll teach you
So you'll use it right
And you'll join the fight,
And artie, oh, we need you
When your country calls
And these hallowed halls are waiting
Oh, this is straight from the top
We'll never stop
We can't be stopped
With your power
We need your power
Power -- do you see these stones?
Can you make them burn from miles away?
Power -- no you can't go home
We know you'll learn to love this place
Oh we'll keep you
We'll be watching you
And we'll study you
And artie, oh we'll teach you
So you'll use it right
And you'll join the fight,
And artie, oh, we need you
When your country calls
And these hallowed halls are waiting
Oh, this is straight from the top
We'll never stop
We can't be stopped




With your power
We need your power

Overall Meaning

The Planet P Project's song "Power" explores the concept of power, its origins, and its potential consequences. The lyrics suggest that power is something that cannot be explained and that it has a mysterious force that enables it to function. The song addresses the issue that some people have access to power and others do not, and that those who do possess it have a responsibility to use it appropriately.


The initial lyrics of "Power" highlight the uncertainty surrounding power and what gives it its force. They compare power to flight and suggest that just like flight, power cannot be accomplished without certain capabilities or resources. Later, the lyrics refer to a boy with the "right stuff" and seemingly enjoy using his power. The lyrics indirectly address the potential dangers of manipulating power as well, warning the listeners not to become overzealous when using it.


The second half of the song is politically charged, suggesting that Artie, the singer, is being trained as a soldier. The lyrics urge Artie to use his power for the greater good of his country and society. The song seems to suggest that this is the primary reason for being given power; Artie's power shouldn't be taken lightly or squandered.


Line by Line Meaning

Power -- what holds it up
What is the force that sustains power?


What makes it fly
What propels power forward?


That can't be done
Is there any limit to the extent of power?


Power -- the boys got the right stuff
The one in power has the right resources and skills to control it.


I see it in his eyes
It is evident in their demeanor how they relish their power.


He thinks it's fun
They enjoy using their power.


Power -- now be a good little man
Be responsible with your power.


Can you show me that again?
Demonstrate how to use power.


I bet you can't
It's a challenge to use power because of its complexities.


Power -- o.k. you win you can
You've proven your ability to use power.


But point it away
Use power only for good, not for harm.


Don't get the boy mad
Do not provoke the person in power.


Oh we'll keep you
We will keep an eye on you to ensure you use power correctly.


We'll be watching you
We will monitor how you use power.


And we'll study you
We will analyze your use of power.


And artie, oh we'll teach you
We'll provide training to use power correctly.


So you'll use it right
Use power for the greater good.


And you'll join the fight,
Use power to support the cause.


And artie, oh, we need you
Your power is necessary.


When your country calls
Use power for your country when needed.


And these hallowed halls are waiting
The country's institutions are looking to use your power.


Oh, this is straight from the top
It's an order from those in power.


We'll never stop
Our aim is to never relinquish power.


We can't be stopped
Our hold on power is unshakable.


With your power
We need your power.


Power -- do you see these stones?
Can you use power to manipulate objects at a distance?


Can you make them burn from miles away?
Can you use power as a weapon from a distance?


Power -- no you can't go home
Once you've gained power, you can't walk away from it.


We know you'll learn to love this place
You will eventually come to enjoy being in power.


Oh we'll keep you
We will keep an eye on you to ensure you use power correctly.


We'll be watching you
We will monitor how you use power.


And we'll study you
We will analyze your use of power.


And artie, oh we'll teach you
We'll provide training to use power correctly.


So you'll use it right
Use power for the greater good.


And you'll join the fight,
Use power to support the cause.


And artie, oh, we need you
Your power is necessary.


When your country calls
Use power for your country when needed.


And these hallowed halls are waiting
The country's institutions are looking to use your power.


Oh, this is straight from the top
It's an order from those in power.


We'll never stop
Our aim is to never relinquish power.


We can't be stopped
Our hold on power is unshakable.


With your power
We need your power.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TONY CAREY

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