Rebel
Popperklopper Lyrics
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Repressive minds - no stepping out of line
Stiff & stare, full of fear
That's the purpose line
It's already there & it happens all the time
We suicide with arms wide open
The captured rebels, so evil takes control
We must deny
Future is today
To the rebel in my head
Tied up on devices, feeling kind of dead
Drain the brain, corrupt insane
Don't wait for tomorrow
Break the chain of lies
Or it will happen all the time
We suicide with arms wide open
The captured rebels, so evil takes control
We suicide with arms wide open
We must deny
Future is today
They shot us dead
They struck us down the floor
Again, and again and again they come
Again they smash the doors
They threat us with their lies
We must be strong for more
The rebel heart, the rebel heart
Still beating in us all
We're gonna do it anyway
We're gonna do it anyway
We're gonna do it
We're gonna do it anyway
We're gonna do it anyway
Our future dies with arms wide open
We have to stop it
Because the future is today
The lyrics of Popperklopper's song "Rebel Heart" speak to the resilience and strength of those who refuse to conform to repressive societal norms and expectations. The opening lines, "If you feel the game is over - don't / Repressive minds - no stepping out of line," urge the listener not to give up in the face of adversity, particularly when confronted with oppressive authority figures who seek to control and suppress individuality. The mention of being "stiff & stare, full of fear" highlights the atmosphere of fear and conformity that surrounds those who dare to rebel against the status quo.
The chorus, "We suicide with arms wide open / The captured rebels, so evil takes control," paints a picture of individuals who metaphorically sacrifice themselves by daring to resist and challenge the prevalent oppressive forces. The idea of evil taking control suggests the insidious nature of repression and the struggle to maintain one's autonomy in a world that seeks to crush dissent and difference. The call to "deny the future is today" underscores the importance of seizing the present moment to fight against the forces that seek to extinguish individuality and freedom.
The verses further emphasize the internal conflict of the rebel, feeling trapped and drained in a world that thrives on conformity and mindless obedience. The lines "Drain the brain, corrupt insane / Don't wait for tomorrow / Break the chain of lies" encourage defiance and action in the face of manipulation and deceit. The repetition of "it will happen all the time" serves as a stark reminder of the continuous struggle against oppressive forces that seek to suppress the rebel spirit.
The defiant declaration in the closing lines, "We're gonna do it anyway / Our future dies with arms wide open / We have to stop it / Because the future is today," encapsulates the unwavering determination to resist, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. The reaffirmation of the rebel heart beating strong signifies the enduring spirit of defiance and the refusal to be silenced or subdued. Overall, "Rebel Heart" is a powerful anthem that celebrates the strength and resilience of those who choose to challenge the status quo and fight for their freedom and individuality, despite the heavy cost and relentless opposition they face.
Line by Line Meaning
If you feel the game is over - don't
If you think it's too late to make a change - think again
Repressive minds - no stepping out of line
Close-mindedness restricts freedom of expression
Stiff & stare, full of fear
Being frozen in fear, unable to act
That's the purpose line
That's the goal they want you to follow
It's already there & it happens all the time
Oppression is already present and recurring
We suicide with arms wide open
We surrender willingly, allowing evil to take over
The captured rebels, so evil takes control
Those who resist are caught and subdued, allowing evil to prevail
We must deny
We have to reject this control
Future is today
The future depends on what we do now
To the rebel in my head
Addressing the part of me that resists conformity
Tied up on devices, feeling kind of dead
Feeling restricted and lifeless due to external influences
Drain the brain, corrupt insane
Being mentally drained and led astray
Don't wait for tomorrow
Take action now, don't delay
Break the chain of lies
Stop the cycle of deceit
Or it will happen all the time
If not stopped, the oppression will continue
They shot us dead
They killed our spirit
They struck us down the floor
They beat us down, trying to keep us down
Again, and again and again they come
They keep attacking, relentless in their control
Again they smash the doors
They try to break our resistance
They threat us with their lies
They use deception to intimidate us
We must be strong for more
We need to stay resilient and fight back
The rebel heart, the rebel heart
The spirit of resistance lives on
Still beating in us all
Still alive within each of us
We're gonna do it anyway
Despite the obstacles, we will persevere
Our future dies with arms wide open
Our potential is wasted when we surrender control
We have to stop it
We need to resist and take a stand
Because the future is today
We shape what comes next with our actions now
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