They were successful in… Read Full Bio ↴Ryker's is a Hardcore band from Kassel, Germany.
They were successful in the European Hardcore scene in the nineties.
They have made 6 studio albums and 12 singles / EPs.
Stagnant
Ryker's Lyrics
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I can't sit by and tolerate
There's something on my mind
And I've got to get it straight
Why couldn't we have tried a little harder
To bend the limits, instead we hide
Instead of watching courage into self pity subside
Do we have to repeat it again and again?
Was it all just wasted breath?
I don't see the point in showing long healed scars
Even this means beloved scapegoats certain death
Stagnant
Seen and heard before
In our imperfect jigsaw of lamentation
We're the single piece that will never fit
If we will never stop regurgitating
Unnecessary autopsies
Of long solved problems bit by bit
Stagnant
Seen and heard before
I respect anybody
Who takes one step up, not opposite wise
Who won't stick to whining
Or seeking sympathy in worn out alibis
The lyrics of "Stagnant" by Ryker's are a reflection on the state of society and the lack of progress it has made. The song begins with the singer expressing their frustration with the current state of affairs, and their desire to take a more proactive approach to change. They wonder why people haven't tried harder to push the limits and create a better world, instead choosing to hide away from challenges.
As the song progresses, the singer questions the need to keep repeating the same mistakes over and over again. They see no point in dwelling on past failures, especially when doing so leads to further stagnation. The lyrics convey a sense of hopelessness and frustration, as the singer wonders why people continue to repeat patterns that have clearly not worked in the past.
Towards the end of the song, the message takes a more positive turn. The singer expresses respect for those who take action to create positive change, rather than simply complaining or seeking sympathy. The lyrics suggest that progress can only be made by those who are willing to step up and take responsibility for their lives and their communities.
Overall, "Stagnant" is a call to action for those who are dissatisfied with the status quo. The lyrics suggest that change is possible, but only if people are willing to take risks, challenge themselves, and break free from patterns of stagnation and complacency.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't sit by and tolerate
I cannot remain silent and endure what's bothering me
There's something on my mind
I have something significant that's weighing on me
And I've got to get it straight
I must clear up any confusion around this issue
Why couldn't we have tried a little harder
I wish we attempted more to push beyond our limits
To bend the limits, instead we hide
We chose to avoid the challenge than confront it
Why couldn't we have gone a little farther
I wish we went an extra mile to reach our goals
Instead of watching courage into self pity subside
Instead of losing self-esteem, we should have remained courageous
Do we have to repeat it again and again?
Do we need to keep repeating the same mistakes?
Was it all just wasted breath?
Did we waste our energy for nothing?
I don't see the point in showing long healed scars
It's pointless to reveal old injuries that have already healed
Even this means beloved scapegoats certain death
Even if it kills our beloved scapegoats, we should avoid blaming others
Stagnant
We're not moving forward
Seen and heard before
This isn't the first time we've encountered this situation
In our imperfect jigsaw of lamentation
In our flawed way of expressing grief
We're the single piece that will never fit
We're the one piece that will never belong
If we will never stop regurgitating
If we never end up repeating the same thing
Unnecessary autopsies
Analyzing things which are already settled
Of long solved problems bit by bit
Rehashing issues that have already been dealt with
I respect anybody
I admire people who
Who takes one step up, not opposite wise
Who progress forward instead of stepping backward
Who won't stick to whining
Who won't just complain
Or seeking sympathy in worn out alibis
Or use tired excuses to elicit pity
Contributed by Ian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.