Don't Dream It's Over
Sixth Finger Lyrics
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There is freedom without
Try to catch the deluge in a paper cup
There's a battle ahead
Many battles are lost
But you'll never see the end of the road
While you're travelling with me
Hey now, hey now
Hey now, hey now
When the world comes in
They come, they come
To build a wall between us
We know they won't win
Now I'm towing my car
There's a hole in the roof
My possessions are causing me suspicion
But there's no proof
In the paper today
Tales of war and of waste
But you turn right over to the TV page
Hey now, hey now
Don't dream it's over
Hey now, hey now
When the world comes in
They come, they come
To build a wall between us
We know they won't win
Now I'm walking again
To the beat of a drum
And I'm counting the steps to the door of your heart
Only shadows ahead
Barely clearing the roof
Get to know the feeling of liberation and release
Hey now, hey now
Don't dream it's over
Hey now, hey now
When the world comes in
They come, they come
To build a wall between us
You know they won't win
Don't let them win (Hey now, hey now)
Hey now, hey now
Hey now, hey now
Don't let them win (They come, they come)
Don't let them win (Hey now, hey now), yeah
Hey now, hey now
The lyrics of Sixth Finger's song "Don't Dream It's Over" convey a message of hope, resilience, and unity in the face of adversity. The opening lines "There is freedom within, there is freedom without" suggest that freedom can be found both internally and externally. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sense of freedom and not allowing external circumstances or limitations to define one's experiences.
The phrase "Try to catch the deluge in a paper cup" represents the futility of trying to control or contain overwhelming challenges or problems. It illustrates the idea that some battles may be lost, but the journey continues, and there is no definitive end to the road while traveling with others.
The chorus, "Hey now, hey now, don't dream it's over, hey now, hey now, when the world comes in, they come, they come, to build a wall between us, we know they won't win" speaks to the resilience and determination to overcome obstacles and divisions. It suggests that despite the efforts of external forces to separate or create divisions, they will ultimately be unsuccessful.
In the second verse, the songwriter shares personal struggles and the suspicion caused by material possessions. The line "But there's no proof" suggests that these suspicions may be unfounded or baseless. The mention of war and waste in the media implies a sense of disillusionment with the world's current state.
The final verse highlights a newfound sense of empowerment and liberation. Walking to the beat of a drum and counting steps toward the door of the heart represents a metaphorical journey towards love, acceptance, and emotional connection. The line "Only shadows ahead, barely clearing the roof" suggests that there may still be obstacles or challenges on this journey, but it is important to experience the feelings of liberation and release.
Overall, "Don't Dream It's Over" encourages unity, resilience, and perseverance in the face of adversity. It urges listeners not to let external forces divide them and emphasizes the importance of maintaining a sense of freedom and hope in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
There is a sense of freedom and autonomy
There are restrictions and limitations
Try to capture something vast and overwhelming in a small containment
There are challenges and obstacles ahead
Many battles may be lost along the way
But the journey continues indefinitely
As long as you're journeying with me
Don't assume that it's all over and hopeless
When the world intervenes and makes its impact felt
People may come to create divisions between us
But we know they won't succeed
Now I'm transporting my car
There's damage to the roof
My possessions spark suspicion, but without evidence
In today's news
Stories of wars and wastefulness
But you choose to divert your attention to television
Don't assume that it's all over and hopeless
When the world intervenes and makes its impact felt
People may come to create divisions between us
But we know they won't succeed
Now I'm walking once again
To the rhythm of a drum
And I'm calculating the steps to reach the depths of your heart
Ahead, there are only vague indications
Just barely above the surface
Experience the sensation of liberation and release
Don't assume that it's all over and hopeless
When the world intervenes and makes its impact felt
People may come to create divisions between us
You know they won't succeed
Don't let them succeed
Don't let them succeed
Don't let them succeed
Don't let them succeed
Don't let them succeed
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Neil Finn
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