Viva La Vida
Scubba Lyrics
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I used to rule the world
Seas would rise when I gave the word
Now in the morning, I sleep alone
Sweep the streets I used to own
I used to roll the dice
Listen as the crowd would sing
Now the old king is dead! Long live the king!
One minute I held the key
Next the walls were closed on me
And I discovered that my castles stand
Upon pillars of salt and pillars of sand
I hear Jerusalem bells are ringing
Roman Cavalry choirs are singing
Be my mirror, my sword and shield
My missionaries in a foreign field
For some reason I can't explain
Once you go there was never, never a honest word
And that was when I ruled the world
It was a wicked and wild wind
Blew down the doors to let me in
Shattered windows and the sound of drums
People...
Scubba's version of Coldplay's "Viva La Vida" is an emotional ballad that paints a vivid picture of a fallen king who has lost his power and is now left to sweep the streets that were once his own. The nostalgic lyrics evoke feelings of regret and sadness as he reflects on the past and the mistakes that led to his downfall. The first verse highlights his once powerful position, with people obeying him when he gave the word. However, now he is alone, sweeping the streets he once owned. The second verse illuminates a shift in power; he once held the key to his own destiny but now feels trapped behind closed walls. The chorus suggests that his reign was filled with dishonesty and corruption, with the people singing for his fall.
The bridge of the song adds additional depth and nuance to the lyrics. The mention of Jerusalem and Roman Cavalry Choirs singing indicates a reference to religious war and conquest, possibly referencing the Crusades. He asks for a mirror, sword, and shield- all tools used in battle- indicating that his current state is a call for war, or at least a means of protection. The final line, "Once you go, there was never, never an honest word, and that was when I ruled the world" suggests that his entire reign was built upon lies and deceit.
Overall, Scubba's version of "Viva La Vida" is a melancholic reflection on power, reign, and the inevitable fall from grace. It is a testament to the fragility of human power relations and the cost of ambition.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to rule the world
I was once in charge and had power over everything
Seas would rise when I gave the word
My commands had an impact and people would follow them without question
Now in the morning, I sleep alone
I am no longer in a position of power and I've lost the people who used to support me
Sweep the streets I used to own
I am now forced to do mundane, menial labor to survive
I used to roll the dice
I used to take risks and make decisions without fear
Feel the fear in my enemy's eyes
I used to intimidate my opponents and make them afraid of me
Listen as the crowd would sing
People used to cheer for me and be on my side
Now the old king is dead! Long live the king!
My reign is over and someone else has taken my place
One minute I held the key
I had control and power over everything for a short moment
Next the walls were closed on me
Suddenly, everything changed and I was restricted and trapped
And I discovered that my castles stand
I realized that everything I had was built on unstable foundations
Upon pillars of salt and pillars of sand
Everything I had been relying on was fragile and could easily be destroyed
I hear Jerusalem bells are ringing
I hear the sounds of religious conflict and war in faraway places
Roman Cavalry choirs are singing
I hear the noise of conquerors and armies claiming victory
Be my mirror, my sword and shield
I need someone to support and protect me as I move forward
My missionaries in a foreign field
I need people who will help spread my message and ideals in unfamiliar places
For some reason, I can't explain
I am unable to fully understand why things went wrong
Once you go there was never, never an honest word
Once trust is lost, it is difficult to regain and people will never speak the truth again
And that was when I ruled the world
All my troubles began when I was in power and I regret the choices I made
It was a wicked and wild wind
It was a destructive force that brought chaos and upheaval
Blew down the doors to let me in
Despite the destruction, there was still an opportunity for me to take advantage of the situation
Shattered windows and the sound of drums
The sound of destruction and war is all around me
People...
The song ends abruptly, leaving the listener to contemplate the repercussions of their actions and the consequences of their decisions
Writer(s): Daniel Martin Garcia
Contributed by Alexander O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Very relaxing song. 👍
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scubba is amazing. Thanks for such a nice song. Les’s beat the Covid-19
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Que maravilha, uma leveza
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It very good song
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Good job bro 👍
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