Current members:
Chris Hannah – vocals, guitar (1986–present)
Jord Samolesky – drums (1986–present)
Todd Kowalski – bass, vocals (1997–present)
Sulynn Hago – guitar, vocals (2015–present)
Former members
Scott Hopper – bass, vocals (1986–89)
Mike Braumeister – bass (1989–91)
John K. Samson – bass, vocals (1991–97)
David Guillas – guitar, vocals (2006–2015)
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2005 - Potemkin City Limits
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2017 - Victory Lap
Hebron
Propagandhi Lyrics
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The lyrics to Propagandhi's song Hebron use strong language to critique the idea of nationalism, militarism, religion, and more specifically, Zionism. The song is a call to action, urging listeners to open their eyes to the reality of the situation in Israel and Palestine, where the alleged "promised land" is filled with violence and oppression. The opening lines call out those who claim to follow the Rastafari faith, but at the same time, support Zionism. The song suggests that one cannot claim to be a follower of Rastafari, an ideology of peace and love, while at the same time supporting a dogmatic political ideology that causes strife and conflict.
The lyrics go on to criticize the amalgamation of Jewish scripture and Christian thought, suggesting that it doesn't lead to much good. Instead, these beliefs only serve to keep people in line, and prevent them from questioning the status quo. The song then takes aim at the idea of a promised land, suggesting that the reality is far from what the Zionists promise. Instead of land, the people are left with guns and constant violence.
The song is a powerful piece of political commentary, offering a bleak but honest perspective on the situation in Israel and Palestine. It speaks to the disillusionment and anger that many people feel towards the systems and beliefs that are supposed to bring peace and harmony.
Line by Line Meaning
You speak of rastafari, but how can you justify belief in a dog that's left you behind?
You claim to follow the Rastafarian religion, but how can you defend your belief system when it seems that your faith has abandoned you?
you've simply filled the gap between the upper and lower class and your faith merely keeps you in line.
Your religious beliefs have been used to create a sense of false unity between different economic classes and to control your behavior.
an amalgamation of jewish scripture and christian thought. what will that get you? not a fuck of a lot.
Your religious beliefs are a mixture of Jewish and Christian teachings, but what benefits has this brought you? None, really.
take a look at your promised land. your deed is that gun in your hand.
You claim to be working towards a 'promised land', but in reality, you're only taking possession of it through violence and aggression.
mt. zion's a minefield. the west bank. the gaza strip. soon to be parking lots for american tourists and fascist cops.
The holy sites, such as Mount Zion, are places of conflict and danger, rather than tranquility, and will eventually just become tourist destinations and police states.
fuck zionism. fuck militarism. fuck americanism. fuck nationalism. fuck religion
All of these ideologies are responsible for dividing people and causing conflicts, and they should all be rejected.
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@sebpascal
This version is a lot better than the album version
@drewwilson9149
I'm glad there's both though
@derschmerz
@@drewwilson9149 But YouTube definitly needs a better Version. ;)
@damongorrilaz
first version i heard and the one i prefer. I used to listen that when i was 18 driving and getting high back in 2001
@gramsci420
Me too! Exact same timeframe too
@dirkrugged6210
Best version of this song, also still relevant since they wrote it 30+ years ago
@adriang128
This is the version I love
@MrNiceguyofficial
i finally realized the grnius of this song: its a reggea song and the topic is ecsactly opposite of regular reggea songs
@EsmondLyons
Taps into my anger in a valid way. Great music too!
@user-wl6ew5eq1e
never knew a version other than this existed