Rise Again
Sator Lyrics


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(Instrumental Intro)
Going to Jamaica,
Warm and Coral Waters Flow
There She Goes
Sun Kissed Her Body, in This Magic Feel Love Grow,
Love Grows
Feel Like Letting Go
Hey Mr. Saturday Night
Right Out the Hole
It Stops in a Minute,
It's Right Down in It
Hey, We're Really Back On a Roll

I Don't Know Why, I Don't Know Why
Feel So Good I Could Die, I Could Die
Great Escape, I'll Be There, By the Skin of My Teeth, On a Wish and a Prayer
With a Head Full of Hammers, Both Feet in the Grave, I'm Gonna Stand I'm Gonna Rise Again

Dream Time (Lavinia?),
Even Though the Odds Are Stacked, She's Coming Back
(Moon Monkeys Barking?) in a Bitter Chocolate Glow,
There She Goes, Feel Like Letting Go...

Hey, Mr. Cool Jazz Nights, Let the Fever Go,
It Stops in a Minute, I'm Down in It
Hey, Play It Long and Slow
I Don't Know Why, I Don't Know Why,
Feels So Good I Could Die, I Could Die,
With a Great Escape, I'll Be There, By the Skin of My Teeth On a Wish and a Prayer
With a Head Full of Hammers, Both Feet in the Grave, I'm Gonna Stand I'm Gonna Rise Again

(Instrumental)
With a Great Escape, I'll Be There, By the Skin of My Teeth On a Wish and a Prayer
With a Head Full of Hammers Both Feet in the Grave, I'm Gonna Stand I'm Gonna Rise Again
I've Been Stricken, I'll Be There, By the Skin of My Teeth On a Wish and a Prayer, and I'm
Not Going Down, Both Feet in the Grave, I'm Gonna Stand I'm Gonna Rise Again.

Dream Time (Lavinia?)




Feel Like Letting Go.
(End!)

Overall Meaning

The song "Rise Again" by Sator takes listeners on a journey through escape, reflection, and rebirth. The opening lines mention Jamaica and warm, coral waters, creating an image of retreat to a tropical paradise. The lyrics continue on to describe a feeling of love growing and the desire to let go. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, where the singer appears to be searching for a way out of their troubles.


The chorus features the repeated phrase "I Don't Know Why, I Don't Know Why, Feels So Good I Could Die, I Could Die" which could represent both the intoxicating pull of escape as well as a feeling of uncertainty regarding the future. Despite this, the singer insists they will rise again, standing on a wish and a prayer with a head full of hammers and both feet in the grave.


The second verse introduces the character of Lavinia, who seems to be coming back despite the odds being stacked against her. The mention of moon monkeys and bitter chocolate create a sense of surrealism and dreaminess. The song ends with the line "Feel Like Letting Go" which brings it full circle to the beginning.


Line by Line Meaning

Going to Jamaica, Warm and Coral Waters Flow
Going on a vacation to Jamaica where the warm and turquoise waters are very welcoming and refreshing.


There She Goes Sun Kissed Her Body, in This Magic Feel Love Grow, Love Grows, Feel Like Letting Go
A woman is relaxing in the sun, enjoying the beautiful moments and feeling loved and cherished as the affection grows each minute, making her feel like letting go of any worries or stress.


Hey Mr. Saturday Night Right Out the Hole, It Stops in a Minute, It's Right Down in It, Hey, We're Really Back On a Roll
Indicating a fun and entertaining evening, where everything feels perfect after coming out of a tough situation, making the moment of joy and excitement last for a while.


I Don't Know Why, I Don't Know Why Feel So Good I Could Die, I Could Die Great Escape, I'll Be There, By the Skin of My Teeth, On a Wish and a Prayer With a Head Full of Hammers, Both Feet in the Grave, I'm Gonna Stand I'm Gonna Rise Again
Feeling immensely happy and content, despite not knowing the reason behind it. Planning a getaway by the skin of the teeth, with hope and prayers, despite being exhausted and drained out, but still, standing up and rising again from the difficulties.


Dream Time (Lavinia?), Even Though the Odds Are Stacked, She's Coming Back (Moon Monkeys Barking?) in a Bitter Chocolate Glow, There She Goes, Feel Like Letting Go...
In a dreamy state of mind, despite having tough circumstances, one is determined to come back stronger. The surroundings' beauty, even though insignificant, makes one feel at ease, but still on the edge and compelled to let go.


Hey, Mr. Cool Jazz Nights, Let the Fever Go, It Stops in a Minute, I'm Down in It Hey, Play It Long and Slow
Enjoying the cool jazz vibes and letting loose, knowing that the moment will pass quickly. The music and mood take over, and one wants it to last longer, but still savoring it at a slower pace.


With a Great Escape, I'll Be There, By the Skin of My Teeth On a Wish and a Prayer With a Head Full of Hammers, Both Feet in the Grave, I'm Gonna Stand I'm Gonna Rise Again
Repeating the plan of getting away with very little leeway, relying on hope and prayers, and enduring the physical and mental stress, yet standing up to face the struggles and come out stronger.


I've Been Stricken, I'll Be There, By the Skin of My Teeth On a Wish and a Prayer, and I'm Not Going Down, Both Feet in the Grave, I'm Gonna Stand I'm Gonna Rise Again.
Despite being hit hard by a difficult situation, not giving up and still having very little room to maneuver, but being persistent and determined to withstand the hard times and come out victorious in the end.


Dream Time (Lavinia?) Feel Like Letting Go.
Back to the dreamy state, feeling like letting go of everything and unwinding.




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