Buried Alive
Reveille Lyrics


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Plastic, crying, still the pose
Communications cut, caskets closed
No one followed 'em, clench my fist, enough credit
A runaway set and i'm criminally poetic to this track
This lyrical hijack, knowledge free
Making endeavors, a path to ways of war
Rebellion underground, play real
I'll scream and i'll force a government debt
It's too much to resent, but instead of these shells
It's got me fired up, i'm tired than hell
So check you're source, i think a hearse went by
If we're not with them, we'll be the next to die

You can't judge a book by it's cover
Who will play? who will save?




You don't understand the difficult
When you're stored in an unmarked grave

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Reveille's song "Buried Alive" paint a vivid picture of societal and political injustice, creating an atmosphere of despair and distrust. The first verse talks about a plastic pose, crying, and closed caskets, which can be interpreted as a commentary on how society has become increasingly superficial and disconnected from reality. The lines "No one followed 'em, clench my fist, enough credit" suggest a lack of accountability and responsibility, where people can get away with anything without any consequences.


The second verse uses more political language, talking about rebellion, ways of war, and government debt. The line "It's too much to resent, but instead of these shells" implies a sense of hopelessness and resignation, where people are tired of the same old problems but don't know how to fix them. The last two lines of the song "If we're not with them, we'll be the next to die" encapsulate the song's overall message, which is that unless we learn to stand up for ourselves and fight against oppression, we will eventually become its victims.


Overall, the lyrics to "Buried Alive" are a powerful commentary on the state of society and the need for change. They are a call to action, urging listeners to take a stand and fight against the forces that seek to oppress us.


Line by Line Meaning

Plastic, crying, still the pose
Despite the artificial appearance and fake emotions, the body remains motionless in death.


Communications cut, caskets closed
All communication has been cut off, and the caskets containing the deceased have been sealed.


No one followed 'em, clench my fist, enough credit
No one accompanied the deceased to their final resting place, leaving the singer with anger and frustration towards those who failed to show proper respect.


A runaway set and i'm criminally poetic to this track
The artist is feeling rebellious and inspired, using the music to express their emotions in a poetic and perhaps even criminal way.


This lyrical hijack, knowledge free
The artist is taking control of the lyrics in a hijacking manner, using their own knowledge and emotions to guide the song.


Making endeavors, a path to ways of war
Through their music, the singer is striving towards a path of resistance and rebellion, potentially leading to violence or conflict.


Rebellion underground, play real
The singer is promoting a real and authentic form of rebellion that exists below the surface and outside of mainstream society.


I'll scream and i'll force a government debt
The artist is determined to make their voice heard and to hold the government accountable for their actions, even if it means causing chaos and debt.


It's too much to resent, but instead of these shells
While the situation is difficult to accept, the artist wants to focus on making a change instead of being stuck in resentment and despair.


It's got me fired up, i'm tired than hell
The artist is energized and motivated to take action, despite feeling exhausted and worn out.


So check you're source, i think a hearse went by
The singer is calling on others to pay attention and be aware of the death and destruction happening around them, perhaps referencing a funeral procession.


If we're not with them, we'll be the next to die
The artist is warning that if they don't stand with those who are taking action, they will fall victim to the same fate, potentially at the hands of the government or other powerful forces.


You can't judge a book by it's cover
The singer is reminding listeners to not make assumptions based on someone's appearance or reputation.


Who will play? who will save?
The singer is questioning who will step up to take action and make a change, possibly calling for others to join them.


You don't understand the difficult
Many people fail to comprehend the true challenges and hardships faced by those who are fighting for change.


When you're stored in an unmarked grave
The ultimate consequence of failing to take action and resist the powers that be is to be forgotten and buried without recognition or respect.




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Max 184

Cool song

After Pain

@amenitysound try and write them lyrics in.

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