Holy War
Roken Is Dodelijk Lyrics
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Don't you ever try this on: It's all that I've got.
You can call me a pig, call me superviolent freak.
Call me a liar, call me evil, call me poison.
But dude it's a holy war, everyone joins in : we're all superstars.
(dude)
(dude)
(dude)
Climbing faster, climbing lower.
But dude, it's a holy war.
The lyrics to Roken Is Dodelijk's song "Holy War" seem to convey a sense of defiance and self-acceptance. The opening lines, "Don't you ever call me pal: It's all that I'm not. Don't you ever try this on: It's all that I've got," suggest that the singer rejects any attempts to label or define them by societal norms or expectations. They embrace their own uniqueness and individuality.
The following lines, "You can call me a pig, call me superviolent freak. Call me a liar, call me evil, call me poison," further emphasize this defiance. The singer acknowledges the derogatory labels society may throw at them, but they refuse to let it affect them. Instead, they seem to take ownership of these labels and claim them as part of their identity.
The repetition of the phrase "But dude, it's a holy war" throughout the song adds a layer of intensity and camaraderie. It suggests that everyone is involved in this battle, fighting against societal expectations and norms. The use of the term "holy war" may imply that this struggle is of great significance and holds a deeper meaning for the singer and those who relate to the song.
In summary, "Holy War" by Roken Is Dodelijk is a song about rejecting labels, embracing individuality, and fighting against societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you ever call me pal
I am not your friend or someone you can trust.
It's all that I'm not.
I possess none of the qualities you associate with a friend or pal.
Don't you ever try this on
Don't attempt to deceive or manipulate me.
It's all that I've got.
Deception and manipulation are the only tools I have in this situation.
You can call me a pig, call me superviolent freak.
You can insult and label me as a disgusting and extremely violent abnormality.
Call me a liar, call me evil, call me poison.
You can accuse me of being dishonest, wicked, and a destructive influence.
But dude it's a holy war, everyone joins in
However, my actions are seen as justified and righteous, and everyone actively participates in this conflict.
we're all superstars.
We are all considered exceptional and celebrated individuals in this holy war.
(dude)
This line is a repetition in the song and does not convey a specific meaning.
Climbing faster, climbing lower.
We are striving to reach higher positions of power and influence, even if it means compromising our integrity.
But dude, it's a holy war.
Despite the morally questionable actions we take, we believe ourselves to be engaged in a righteous conflict.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CHRYSALIS MUSIC FRANCE
Written by: Jérôme VOISIN, Sandrine SAMYN, Jérôme MACKOWIAK
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