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S.O.P Lyrics
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I realized my life is flying by and I'm not afraid to die
I made a choice I chose to be the voice of the voiceless you heard that
I sold my soul to punk rock and so I chose to walk alone baby
Yeah, I gotta stay high man you know how I get down never say die never lay down nigga
You realized your life is flying by and you're not ready to die (tell what did I find)
You take a hit you rose and from the hip explode the hollow tip homey
Yeah we gotta stay high man you know how we get down never say die never lay down nigga
Listen times are changing
Everybody knows the games you're playing
One fall down and the rest will follow
Prepare today for the world tomorrow
(Tell what did I find)
I wake up and bake I shake up the world that's what I'm here for
Lights out before the nights out I'm a see what you about baby
There comes a time when every man decides to live or die for freedom
Yeah you gotta stay high man you know how I get down never say die never lay down nigga
The Black car the white collar covers all the bullet holes in the government yard
Try to hold on pray for the dawn but this time the nights are so fucking long
I get confused I don't know how to lose so I keep my DJ on the 1's and 2's
I pay the court I bleed the boss I suffered the loss of a chosen few
Listen times are changing
Everybody knows the games you're playing
One fall down and the rest will follow
Prepare today for the world tomorrow
Listen times are changing
Everybody knows the games you're playing
One fall down and the rest will follow
Prepare today for the world tomorrow
(What did I find)
I know you wanna take an eye for an eye but pretty soon the whole world will be blind
Hey, Hey, Hey, come on
The lyrics to "Listen" by S.O.P address themes of mortality, social justice, rebellion, and societal change. The artist begins with a bold declaration that he is not afraid to die and has chosen to be the voice of the voiceless. He sold his soul to punk rock and walks alone as a result. The chorus emphasizes the need to stay high and never give up.
The second verse mentions taking a hit and rising to the occasion to explode the hollow tip. The artist talks about how the rhymes will cut through the fake cable news and underscore the importance of maintaining vigilance. The bridge urges listeners to prepare for the future and the changing times, as everyone knows the games that are being played. Lastly, the song concludes with a reference to violence begetting violence and the need to break the cycle of revenge before it consumes us all.
Overall, "Listen" is a rallying cry that encourages people to take charge of their lives and not be content to simply exist. It urges us to fight against oppression, seek truth, and always strive for a better tomorrow. The lyrics play with themes of rebellion and self-discovery, making it a compelling anthem for anyone who feels invisible or unheard.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen
Pay attention, I have something important to say
I realized my life is flying by and I'm not afraid to die
I have come to the realization that life is short and we should live it without fear of death
I made a choice I chose to be the voice of the voiceless you heard that
I made a decision to use my voice to speak out for those who cannot speak for themselves
I sold my soul to punk rock and so I chose to walk alone baby
I have dedicated my life to punk music and because of that, I often walk alone and don't follow the norms of society
Yeah, I gotta stay high man you know how I get down never say die never lay down nigga
I need to keep my spirits up, and I will never give up or quit
You realized your life is flying by and you're not ready to die (tell what did I find)
You also should be aware that life is short and we aren't ready to die yet
You take a hit you rose and from the hip explode the hollow tip homey
When you encounter problems, get up and face them head-on, don't back down or be defeated
This time the rhymes will cut through the fake cable news
In today's world, the truth is often hidden, but my music and lyrics will break down those barriers and represent the truth
Yeah we gotta stay high man you know how we get down never say die never lay down nigga
We need to keep our spirits high, never give up or quit
Listen times are changing
The world is evolving and things are changing
Everybody knows the games you're playing
People are aware of the tactics you're using and they don't appreciate it
One fall down and the rest will follow
One small mistake can lead to a significant failure or downfall
Prepare today for the world tomorrow
We should be ready for the changes that the future holds
I wake up and bake I shake up the world that's what I'm here for
My purpose is to shake things up and make an impact on the world
Lights out before the nights out I'm a see what you about baby
Before the night ends, I will show you what I am capable of achieving
There comes a time when every man decides to live or die for freedom
At some point, individuals must decide if they want to fight for freedom, even if it requires risking their life
The Black car the white collar covers all the bullet holes in the government yard
The government is hiding the truth from the public and covering up their actions
Try to hold on pray for the dawn but this time the nights are so fucking long
We should try to hold onto hope and pray for the future, but the current situation seems unbearable
I get confused I don't know how to lose so I keep my DJ on the 1's and 2's
I sometimes feel confused and don't know how to handle loss, but I keep myself focused by listening to music
I pay the court I bleed the boss I suffered the loss of a chosen few
I have faced punishment from the court system, been exploited by my boss, and lost friends and family in my journey
I know you wanna take an eye for an eye but pretty soon the whole world will be blind
Retaliation will only lead to more violence and destruction, eventually leaving everyone hurt and damaged
Hey, Hey, Hey, come on
Let's keep going and stay strong
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ronald Eldon Sexsmith, Don Kerr
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