Babylon
Sad Café Lyrics
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Up to now it's been much harder than before
Great expectations on the rise
I never really understood it all before
You know this crazy thing ain't right
Those who want to know those who can't decide
Better make your mind up 'cause you can't hide
That's a long time in the past
You better watch out, really hold on
You know this crazy thing can't last
Those who wanna see those who's eyes are blind
Better catch you stumbling and you won't find
You just can't live your life living in Babylon
You just can't live your life living in Babylon
You just can't live your life living in Babylon
You just can't live your life living in Babylon
All you people want to live in times ago
Better not believe in what I say
Oh you know towers crumble and towers grow old
It's time to take the chance and time to realise
Time to make your time out 'cause time just flies
The song Babylon by Sad Café is a commentary on the struggles of youth and the perils of living in modern society. The song starts by highlighting how life is much harder for the youth of today than it has ever been before, as there are greater expectations placed on them. The pace and pressure of modern life have left them confused and uncertain about their future. The chorus then brings in the title of the song with the phrase "hear the people saying Babylon," indicating that Babylon is a metaphor for the chaos and confusion in modern society. The verses urge people to make a choice and not remain indecisive, for the times do not wait for anyone.
The repeated refrain in the chorus "you just can't live your life living in Babylon" suggests that living in the chaos of the modern world is unsustainable and dangerous. As people chase their dreams, they lose sight of what is important and end up lost in the chaos. The song then warns that people who want to live in the past and refuse to see the truth are doomed to fail as change is inevitable, and time waits for no one. The song is a call to action for people to take charge of their lives and not be swept up by the chaos that surrounds them.
Line by Line Meaning
Up to now it's been much harder than before
Until this point, life has been increasingly difficult
Great expectations on the rise
Expectations are increasing rapidly
I never really understood it all before
I lacked comprehension until now
You know this crazy thing ain't right
This insane situation is not correct
Those who want to know those who can't decide
People who are curious versus people who cannot make up their minds
Better make your mind up 'cause you can't hide
It's best to choose, as hiding is not an option
Hear the people saying Babylon
People are talking about Babylon
That's a long time in the past
That was a long time ago
You better watch out, really hold on
Be cautious, hold on tightly
You know this crazy thing can't last
This insanity cannot persist indefinitely
Those who wanna see those who's eyes are blind
People who desire to witness a revelation that some are incapable of seeing
Better catch you stumbling and you won't find
Don't expect to easily recover if you falter
You just can't live your life living in Babylon
It is impossible to exist fully in Babylon
All you people want to live in times ago
Many individuals yearn to live in the past
Better not believe in what I say
You should not accept my words as truth
Oh you know towers crumble and towers grow old
Structures deteriorate with time
It's time to take the chance and time to realise
It is an opportunity to seize and recognize
Time to make your time out 'cause time just flies
Use your time wisely, as it passes quickly
Contributed by Harper N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
sproutyDP
First track on an outstanding debut album - Fanx Ta-ra. Worth checking out
Sooty65
Seems we're in a minority; what an album.....
Justin Bartlett
Thanks. Excellent track from an excellent underrated british band!
parrytonneath
stonker of a track. Thanks.