Rise Up
Radio 4 Lyrics
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You got no time for dressing down
The days headlines all suit you fine
You make your way right through the crowd
Invisible eyes are everywhere
You check your coat, they check your hair
New line fashion and your put on passion
They're the party crashers [Repeat x3]
Yeah, got to send a message across this town
The DJ is in from overseas
Your breaking hearts, he's making beats
Your hands are shaking as you hit the pavement
Can't catch a break on 13th street
These days things seems strange [Repeat x3]
They're taking over while we think it over
Can't get a message anyway
They let me down
The song "Rise Up" by Radio 4 is a commentary on the fast-paced, cut-throat nature of modern society. The lyrics describe the experience of a person who is constantly being scrutinized and judged by the people around them, while struggling to keep up with the ever-changing social standards. The opening lines express a sense of alienation and isolation as the singer notices the people around them, but feels like they don't fit in. The second verse paints a picture of a club scene, where the singer is trying to navigate the crowd while feeling like an outsider. The song suggests that society is becoming increasingly shallow and superficial, with people valuing style over substance.
The chorus, which repeats throughout the song, is a call to action - a plea to "rise up" and take control of our lives and our society. The song suggests that the only way to break free from the pressures of our social and cultural norms is to take action, to be bold and to assert ourselves. Radio 4 urges us to "send a message across this town" and take back the power that we have given away to those who are only concerned with themselves.
Overall, "Rise Up" is a powerful and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to question the status quo and take action to change it. Its message is particularly relevant in today's fast-paced and increasingly polarized world, where social media and other forms of technology have made it easier than ever to judge and be judged.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I see you around town
I have seen you in the area before
You got no time for dressing down
You are always well-dressed and never sloppily dressed
The days headlines all suit you fine
You are happy with the current news
You make your way right through the crowd
You easily move through a group of people
Invisible eyes are everywhere
There are always people watching you
You check your coat, they check your hair
You are being observed and judged on your appearance
New line fashion and your put on passion
You are following new fashion trends and pretending to be passionate about them
Don't seem to get you anywhere
Your efforts do not lead you to success
They're the party crashers [Repeat x3]
These people are ruining the good times for others
Yeah, got to send a message across this town
Need to make a statement to everyone in the area
The DJ is in from overseas
A disc jockey has come from another country
Your breaking hearts, he's making beats
You are upsetting people with your actions, while the DJ is creating enjoyable music
Your hands are shaking as you hit the pavement
You are nervous as you walk down the street
Can't catch a break on 13th street
You are having a difficult time on a particular street
These days things seems strange [Repeat x3]
Recent events have been unusual or unusual things have happened
They're taking over while we think it over
Issues are being handled by others while we are slow to take action
Can't get a message anyway
Trying to send a message, but it is not being received
They let me down
Others have failed to fulfill their responsibilities or expectations
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Norah Scooter Burch
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Are you alarmed by the confusion
And by the lack of a solution
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are on the wrong side of the Atlantic
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We must be sure that we're bored by what you're saying
We must be sure that we're bored
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