Stronghold
Sectorseven Lyrics
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You'll waste away if you don't shake them
I had that feeling role right over me
It kept me where I needed to be
Which leads me to another thing
I guess we all need shaking
Otherwise expecting to be fooled by what you trust in me
Nothing but the truth
After all you put them through it's nothing new
All I'm telling you
Again it's nothing new
After all you put them through
It's still about you
It's everybody, everyone
It's pain and hate as much as love
It's all that's in between
To tell you where it is you've been
The needle, in the, hey don't bother looking
It's not worth the energy
Your woes and fears as of this time are well in check
You've got some doubts and past regrets
You might call it home
You might call it a reference point to call your own
But don't sit around and think
And don't trust in me
I am your friend, but I am your fucking enemy
In Sectorseven's song "Stronghold," the lyrics describe the feeling of being trapped and pigeonholed, with a sense of frustration and longing for a way out. The first verse talks about the necessity of breaking free from the constraints of society before one wastes away, and how the feeling of being held back can be overwhelming. The phrase "I had that feeling role right over me" embodies the sense of powerlessness in this situation, but despite this, the singer acknowledges the importance of being shaken out of a stale routine. The bridge delves further into the idea of trust and how it can be misleading, urging caution and skepticism towards those who claim to have your best interests at heart.
The chorus discusses the broad scope of human experience, encompassing both the good and the bad. It emphasizes the need to recognize that life is a journey with ups and downs, and that every experience has value in shaping one's perspective. The reference to the needle in the final verse suggests that trying to find a quick fix or escape from problems will ultimately be futile. The song ends with a warning to not rely too much on others, as even those closest to us can also be our enemies.
Overall, the lyrics of "Stronghold" tackle heavy themes such as conformity, trust, and overcoming adversity, showcasing the band's talent for introspective and thought-provoking songwriting.
Line by Line Meaning
You're in the fold, you're pigeon holed
Your life is confined and restricted to a particular situation that prevents you from moving ahead.
You'll waste away if you don't shake them
If you don't break free of the constraints and try new things, you'll never reach your full potential.
I had that feeling role right over me
I allowed myself to be guided by a strong conviction, which kept me in the right direction.
It kept me where I needed to be
The conviction helped me remain in a favourable condition and achieve my desired goals.
Which leads me to another thing, I guess we all need shaking
The experience taught me that we all need to step out of our comfort zone and face new challenges to grow and evolve.
Otherwise expecting to be fooled by what you trust in me
If we continue to rely on our old beliefs, we're bound to be deceived by illusions and face disappointment.
Cause I wouldn't expect any less from you, Nothing but the truth
I have faith in you and expect you to be truthful and honest about your experiences.
After all you put them through it's nothing new
You have inflicted pain on others, so there is nothing new about you facing hardships and challenges.
All I'm telling you, again it's nothing new
I want you to realise that everything you're going through has been faced by countless people before you.
It's still about you
You are the centre of your own universe, and everything that happens revolves around you.
It's everybody, everyone
The challenges you face are not unique to you alone, but they're experienced by everyone.
It's pain and hate as much as love, It's all that's in between
Life is a roller coaster ride of emotions, with love on one side and pain and hate on the other, and a lot of grey area in between.
To tell you where it is you've been
Your experiences and emotions reflect the journey you've been through and tell you where you stand today.
The needle, in the, hey don't bother looking, It's not worth the energy
The solution to your problems is not to be found in small, insignificant details, and searching for it will only waste your time and energy.
Your woes and fears as of this time are well in check, You've got some doubts and past regrets
You've managed to control your fears and worries, but still harbour doubts and regrets from your past.
You might call it home, You might call it a reference point to call your own
Despite the hardships, you find comfort in your present situation and see it as a familiar reference point.
But don't sit around and think, And don't trust in me, I am your friend, but I am your fucking enemy
Don't become complacent and depend on me to provide you with all the answers. I am your friend, but also not afraid to challenge you to push your boundaries.
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