Fool
Punitive Damage Lyrics

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I reject it, I despise it
Your insincere fucking shame', you try to hide it

Forced, homogenized, forced, assimilated
The rules were made for you and I was forced to play

Everything was handed to you
Everything was yours

Now we're here for ours

You made the rules
You drew the lines

Stay on your fucking side
I'll stay on mine

Overall Meaning

In Punitive Damage's song "Fool," the lyrics portray a strong sense of defiance and rejection towards an individual or a group who has been dishonest and insincere. The persona in the song expresses their disdain towards these individuals who try to conceal their shame. The lyrics suggest that the persona refuses to accept their lies and wants nothing to do with their hypocrisy.

The mentioning of being "forced" and "assimilated" implies a feeling of being obligated to conform to societal norms and expectations set by the same individuals who are being criticized. It highlights the frustration of having to play by their rules, which may be seen as unfair or restrictive. The persona refuses to participate in this game and challenges the listener to stay on their own side, while they remain on theirs.

Overall, the lyrics of "Fool" convey a strong message of rebellion, rejecting false pretenses, and refusing to conform to societal pressures imposed by deceptive individuals.

Line by Line Meaning

I reject it, I despise it
I vehemently refuse and detest it

Your insincere fucking shame', you try to hide it
You attempt to conceal your disingenuous disgrace

Forced, homogenized, forced, assimilated
Compelled to conform and blend in, compelled to assimilate

The rules were made for you and I was forced to play
You were favored and the rules were tailored to suit you, while I was compelled to participate

Everything was handed to you
You received everything effortlessly

Everything was yours
You possessed everything

Now we're here for ours
Now we are here to claim what is rightfully ours

You made the rules
You established the regulations

You drew the lines
You defined the boundaries

Stay on your fucking side
Remain on your designated position

I'll stay on mine
I will remain on my designated position