Killing In The Name
Rage Against The Machine(레이지 어게인스트 더 머신) Lyrics
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Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Huh!
Killing in the name of!
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
But now you do what they told ya
Well now you do what they told ya
Those who died are justified, for wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
You justify those that died by wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
Those who died are justified, for wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
You justify those that died by wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Uggh!
Killing in the name of!
Killing in the name of
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya!
Those who died are justified, for wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
You justify those that died by wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
Those who died are justified, for wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
You justify those that died by wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
Come on!
Yeah! Come on!
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me!
Motherfucker!
Uggh!
The song "Killing In The Name" by Rage Against The Machine is a powerful expression of protest against police brutality and systemic racism. It highlights the hypocrisy of those in power who claim to uphold justice, freedom and equality, yet are the very same people who often abuse their power to oppress and marginalize those who are not like them. The line "some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses" is a direct reference to the Ku Klux Klan, a white supremacist hate group that has a history of violence against Black Americans. The repetition of this line throughout the song emphasizes that this is not an isolated incident, but rather a recurring pattern of abuse of power.
The chorus "killing in the name of" is a direct call to action, urging people to take a stand against injustice and to fight for their rights. The repetition of the phrase "and now you do what they told ya" is a commentary on how people are often conditioned to obey authority without questioning it, even when that authority is oppressive and unjust.
Overall, the song is a potent combination of fierce anger, raw emotion, and a call for action. It rallies the disenfranchised and marginalized to fight back against those who seek to oppress them.
Line by Line Meaning
Killing in the name of!
Committing murder in the name of something or someone!
Some of those that work forces are the same that burn crosses
Some of the people in positions of authority, such as police officers, are also involved in racist and violent activities, such as burning crosses.
Huh!
An interjection expressing resentment or dissatisfaction.
And now you do what they told ya
Conforming to the expectations/commands of those in authority.
But now you do what they told ya
You currently conform to the expectations/commands of those in authority.
Those who died are justified, for wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
People in authority who died in the line of duty are considered heroes because they are seen as representing the 'chosen' or superior race.
Uggh!
An interjection expressing frustration or anger.
Come on!
An exclamation of encouragement or urging.
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Expressing one's refusal to conform to the expectations/commands of those in authority.
Motherfucker!
An offensive term directed towards someone who is considered despicable or contemptible.
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@alexandermendeyev35
My best memory with this song happened when i was 22, almost 12 years ago, I was late for my first university class, so i was driving wild 😂 with loud music to keep the blood pumping. I had an amazing Mustang GT 2001 with Borla Exahusts that thing had an amazing sound. So there i was wearing sun glasses singing out loud on a Mustang driving like a possesed man listening to this beauty. Near my University there was a roundabout with green areas and benches, (in my country México some roundabouts are designed as parks) i saw a group of people sitting on the grass near the benches, about 20 people they all looked at me with dissaproval 🤨🤨 cause of my driving and loud music. When i arrived at my school i went into the classroom and found no one. So i asked reception if class was cancelled.
No, it's a sunny day, they're at the roundabout taking class. This was a creative writing class. And i immediatly think.... FUCK
Maybe i can sneak in without being noticed...
As soon as i arrived my teacher saw me, and said loudly OMG LOOK IS THE GUY DRIVING LIKE AN IDIOT, EVERYONE LOOK AT HIM, LET'S GIVE HIM AN APPLAUSE!! everyone start clapping at me and i felt so embarrased 😂 yet started laughing.
So i had to endure a lot of bullying that day. Obviously i was called names Tacoretto was my favorite haha.
My teacher told me she liked Rage Against The Machine too tho 😂
@abe39
[Refrain]
Killing in the name of
Killing in the name of
[Pre-Chorus]
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
But now you do what they told ya!
Well, now you do what they told ya
[Chorus]
Those who died are justified
For wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
You justify those that died
By wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
Those who died are justified
For wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
You justify those that died
By wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
[Verse]
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Uh!
[Refrain]
Killing in the name of
Killing in the name of
[Pre-Chorus]
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
(Now you're under control) And now you do what they told ya
(Now you're under control) And now you do what they told ya
(Now you're under control) And now you do what they told ya
(Now you're under control) And now you do what they told ya
(Now you're under control) And now you do what they told ya
(Now you're under control) And now you do what they told ya
(Now you're under control) And now you do what they told ya
[Chorus]
Those who died are justified
For wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
You justify those that died
By wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
Those who died are justified
For wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
You justify those that died
By wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites
Come on!
[Guitar Solo]
Ugh!
Yeah!
Come on!
Ugh!
[Outro]
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Motherfucker!
Ugh!
@agustinfandino8950
I love when BBC asked them to play this live without swearing.
Spoiler alert: they didn't do what was told to them
@yo_asian_boi1424
Lmaooo "fuck you i won't do what you tell me"
@themittenkitten_wastakenfromme
@@yo_asian_boi1424 that’s what they think about BBC.
@jbshiva865
Reminds me of Jim Morrison on the Ed Sullivan Show. :D
@jamescasady3356
And now they are shills for the establishment telling to do as your told and wear a mask and get your shots as soon as your told! My, my. How times have changed.
@valentijngouw9587
You love bbc’s
@kozigous5800
i arrested a cop after listening this
@gigakoks-mu1zi
Lmfao
@leviathandiabolo6296
😂
@fabiolotito6927
What,666 like 😂