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)
1993 - How to Clean Everything
1996 - Less Talk, More Rock
2001 - Today's Empires, Tomorrow's Ashes
2005 - Potemkin City Limits
2009 - Supporting Caste
2012 - Failed States
2017 - Victory Lap
True
Propagandhi Lyrics
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I'll take my last 10 bucks just as far as it will go
Yeah, sometimes I'm easily fooled, I take a painful step and get knocked back two
I do all I can and it's all I can do
True.
And if I had the choice, I'd take the voice I got, cuz it was hard to find
Y'know, I've come to far to wind up right back where I started
I do all I can and it's all I can do
True.
One more sunset, lay my head down
True
One more sunrise, open my eyes
True.
They'll talk you up, they'll talk you down
Begin to doubt. Your reasons seem very far away
Yeah, and I'll stop breathing the day that I can't walk proud, rather walk away
I do all I can and it's all I can do
I do all I can and I do it for you.
The song "True" by Propagandhi is an anthem for perseverance in the face of adversity. The lyrics speak to the frustrations of feeling like you're constantly being pushed back, but also the determination to keep going no matter what. The singer laments that he often finds himself easily fooled and knocked back two steps for every painful one he takes, but still he drives on. He speaks to the importance of staying grounded in our own identity and not allowing others to dictate who we should be.
The chorus of the song is a repetition of the word "true," which captures the essence of the message. The singer is reminding us to stay true to ourselves, to our values, and to our goals, even when it feels like everything is working against us. He acknowledges that there will be setbacks and that doubt and frustration are natural, but he insists that we must keep pushing forward.
The song ends with the powerful image of one more sunset and one more sunrise, a reminder that each day brings new opportunities to continue on our journey. Ultimately, the message of "True" is one of hope, resilience, and determination in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
When I've had enough, I'll get a pick-up truck and drive away
When I'm done with this life, I'll leave everything behind and start anew.
I'll take my last 10 bucks just as far as it will go
I'll start with nothing, but that's enough to escape from whatever I'm leaving behind.
Yeah, sometimes I'm easily fooled, I take a painful step and get knocked back two
I make mistakes and sometimes fall back, but that doesn't stop me from trying again.
I do all I can and it's all I can do
I put in all the effort I can, and that's all anyone can expect from me.
And if I had the choice, I'd take the voice I got, cuz it was hard to find
I appreciate what I've been given and wouldn't change it, because it's taken me a long time to find my voice.
Y'know, I've come to far to wind up right back where I started
I've worked too hard to let anyone take away what I've accomplished.
They tell me who I should be, but I'll never let you fuckers make a mess of me
I won't let others control me or tell me how to live my life.
One more sunset, lay my head down
True
One more sunrise, open my eyes
True.
Every day is a new opportunity, and I'm grateful for each one.
They'll talk you up, they'll talk you down
Begin to doubt. Your reasons seem very far away
Other people's opinions can cause doubt and confusion, and sometimes it's hard to remember why you started in the first place.
Yeah, and I'll stop breathing the day that I can't walk proud, rather walk away
I won't compromise on my values, and I'd rather start over than sacrifice them.
I do all I can and it's all I can do
I do all I can and I do it for you.
I try my best not just for myself, but also for those who are important to me.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MARK BELL, PAUL BIRCHALL, TIM BULLYMENT, LEO YOUNG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
xmaru martx
just as good as the original. love it
RevDanimal
I've been listening to Propagandhi since I was 13. I'm 41 now. My wife's favorite band is Concrete Blonde. I play guitar and violin and am on the way to making a cover of this.
RevDanimal
@Concrete Blonde Johnette Napolitano you have an amazing voice
Machine Gun Vendetta Punx
drums are so good, fuck. all of it actually.
Al thePunisher
Awsome
Omar Quezada
Concrete Blonde song!!!!
DJA
That’s what’s up
1imesub
They used to eat meat when they were kids; hypocrites.
Antidisestablishmentarianism
I read a study that children with above average IQs are more likely to become vegetarians or vegans as adults than children with closer to average IQs.
David Feldmann
I'm dumb as a bag of spuds but I did go vegan!