Underground
Redlight kings Lyrics


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Stare at the gates there's a time and place
When the lions arrive and they're comin' your way
Outback in the corner of a crooked town
Duck down better hit the ground

This ain't no sunset cruise
No hope in hell someone's helpin' you
These hard knock streets ain't paved with gold
They were built by skin and bones

When it all comes tumblin' down
And the gear is in your heart
For a moment that you fell
Don't let it fall apart

Welcome to the underground
There's no way to turn back now
I'll show you what it's all about
Follow me, I'll take you down to the underground

If death's gonna deal you one more try
Then stare his stone cold in the eye
Don't be denied just don't show your guard
Or the sweat and the panic starts

If you've been knocked out behind closed doors
Then come through the desert and name your horse
Rebuild the course and rewrite all the rules
'Cause we weren't born to lose

When it all comes tumblin' down
And the gear is in your heart
For a moment that you fell
Don't let it fall apart

Welcome to the underground
There's no way to turn back now
I'll show you what it's all about
Follow me, I'll take you down to the underground

They'll hang you up, they'll bleed you dry
The hand that feeds you might rob you blind
For all you're worth, just one last chance
Hold on tight because you're not dead yet

Welcome to the underground
There's no way to turn back now
I'll show you what it's all about
Follow me, I'll take you down to the underground

They'll hang you up, they'll bleed you dry
Welcome to the underground




They'll hang you up, they'll bleed you dry
Welcome to the underground

Overall Meaning

The song "Underground" by Redlight Kings is an anthem-like track that speaks about the harsh realities of life and the rough streets of the underground where people are left to fend for themselves. The song encourages individuals to stand their ground and make a mark, to not let whoever or whatever is out there to bring them down. The lions referred to in the first verse represent the obstacles that could potentially block one's path. In the face of these adversities, the song advises individuals to keep moving forward, to keep fighting.


"Underground" emphasizes the importance of perseverance and resilience. The lyrics remind us that life is not easy, and that the world can be a cruel place. The chorus echoes this sentiment, as it welcomes listeners to the underground, declaring that there is no way back now. The line "Follow me, I'll take you down to the underground" suggests that the track is an invitation to confront the harsh realities of life head-on.


Overall, "Underground" is a song about facing life's trials and standing one's ground, even in the face of adversity. It encourages individuals to not give up and to hold on tight, even when life is trying to knock them down.


Line by Line Meaning

Stare at the gates there's a time and place
Look at the gateway, there's a specific moment and location


When the lions arrive and they're comin' your way
When you face your fears, which are like lions, and they come towards you


Outback in the corner of a crooked town
Far from the center of a corrupt town


Duck down better hit the ground
Get low and hit the floor


This ain't no sunset cruise
This isn't a relaxing ride into the sunset


No hope in hell someone's helpin' you
You can't count on anyone to assist you


These hard knock streets ain't paved with gold
The rough streets aren't a place of wealth and luxury


They were built by skin and bones
The streets were constructed through hard work and human labor


When it all comes tumblin' down
When everything falls apart


And the gear is in your heart
And you're feeling it deep within yourself


For a moment that you fell
For a moment when you stumble


Don't let it fall apart
Don't let it completely fall apart


Welcome to the underground
Welcome to the hidden, unexplored world


There's no way to turn back now
There's no option to revert now


I'll show you what it's all about
I'll demonstrate what this world comprises


Follow me, I'll take you down to the underground
Come with me, I'll lead you through this world


If death's gonna deal you one more try
If you have one last chance to escape death


Then stare his stone cold in the eye
Then confront death head-on


Don't be denied just don't show your guard
Don't give up and don't reveal your vulnerabilities


Or the sweat and the panic starts
Or you'll begin to feel anxious and nervous


If you've been knocked out behind closed doors
If you've been beaten down without anyone knowing


Then come through the desert and name your horse
Then make your way through the wilderness and give your trusty steed a name


Rebuild the course and rewrite all the rules
Reconstruct the path and change the regulations


'Cause we weren't born to lose
Because we weren't brought into this world to be unsuccessful


They'll hang you up, they'll bleed you dry
They'll trap you and drain you of everything you have


The hand that feeds you might rob you blind
The one who provides for you could also take it all away


For all you're worth, just one last chance
For everything you have, a final opportunity


Hold on tight because you're not dead yet
Hold on with all your strength because you're still alive




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Walt Disney Music Company, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MARK KASPRZYK, ALEXANDER FRANCIS BARRY, WALTON STEVEN GAGEL

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