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Stand Tall
Skatenigs Lyrics
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I've swallowed my pride, I can't hide
These feelings inside...
Look the other way, I've already tried.
I'm not blind...
I'm not blind...
When your buried alive...
Do you want to look up, for the rest of your life?
Do you want to look up, for the rest of your life?
Just give up...
Or Stand Tall...
Stand tall & fight!
Try to free yourself from the bottom of the deck
Takin' no prison, no regret.
What is the difference between heaven or hell?
It's the price you pay at the wishes well.
Intelligence?
It's not what you lack!
What's missing?
The bones in your back!
Pro-choice or no choice, should there even be a question?
In this democracy, hypocrisy is the recognition
A boneless spine, shows a weak mind
That the truth, a statement of our times
Profits & fashion, are human creations
Choking on the vomit of civilization.
No strings attached!
No strings attached!
No strings attached!
Straighten your back!
Won't fall, I love to Stand Tall
Revolution is a livlicon stall
The truth is hidden in secrecy
While the C.I.A. trains the enemy.
The 1990's, are gonna be unkindly
Don't remind me, don't remind me
Don't remind me of what I have to live for
Don't remind me of my responsibilities.
Who's responsible for this mess?
Who's responsible for me?
"Dying time is here..." *
"Your dead!"
"Dying time is here..." *
"Your dead!"
"Question; Who's our biggest enemy?"
"Question!"
"Question!"
"Question!"
"Question!"
"Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! Shut up!"
[* sample from MAD MAX : BEYOND THUNDERDOME]
The lyrics to Skatenigs's song "Stand Tall" depict a call to action, urging the listener to take a stand and fight against oppression and injustice. The first verse portrays a sense of frustration and resignation as the singer admits to swallowing their pride and hiding their feelings, only to find that looking the other way is not a viable option. The repetition of "I'm not blind" reinforces the idea that the singer is aware of the realities of their situation and refuses to remain complacent. The chorus presents a stark choice between giving up or standing tall and fighting back.
The second verse lays out the consequences of inaction and the importance of taking control of one's own destiny. The line "What is the difference between heaven or hell? It's the price you pay at the wishes well" suggests that success or failure depend on the choices we make and the effort we put in, rather than outside forces or luck. The reference to "a boneless spine" reinforces the idea that passivity and indecision are signs of weakness.
The bridge features a call and response section, with the repeated question "Who's responsible for this mess?" underscoring the idea that the problems faced by society are not the fault of any one individual or group. The use of a sample from the film Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome contributes to the song's overall sense of urgency and dystopian atmosphere, with the repeated phrase "dying time is here" emphasizing the stakes of the struggle.
Overall, "Stand Tall" is a powerful anthem calling for action and change in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I've already...
I've already tried and failed to hide my feelings.
I've swallowed my pride, I can't hide
I've given up my pride and I can no longer mask my innermost emotions.
These feelings inside...
These are my innermost emotions that I can no longer hide.
Look the other way, I've already tried.
I have consciously attempted to ignore this situation and failed.
I'm not blind...
I am not purposely ignoring anything.
I'm not blind...
I am not oblivious to the current circumstances.
You can't see clearly...
You are unable to view things through a clear perspective.
When your buried alive...
When you are stuck in a dire situation with no way out.
Do you want to look up, for the rest of your life?
Do you want to always be in a negative state and never overcome your circumstances?
Do you want to look up, for the rest of your life?
Do you want to live a life of defeat?
Just give up...
You should give up and succumb to your situation.
Or Stand Tall...
Or rise above and face your situation head-on.
Stand tall & fight!
Stay strong and confront your issues.
Try to free yourself from the bottom of the deck
Try to escape your current misfortune.
Takin' no prison, no regret.
Take bold action without fear of the consequences.
What is the difference between heaven or hell?
What distinguishes a happy outcome from a disastrous one?
It's the price you pay at the wishes well.
It's what you receive in return for your actions or inactions.
Intelligence?
Intelligence is not the only factor in succeeding in life.
It's not what you lack!
Intelligence is not the only required attribute.
What's missing?
What is truly hindering you?
The bones in your back!
The strength you need to persevere.
Pro-choice or no choice, should there even be a question?
Should someone be denied a choice that directly affects their life?
In this democracy, hypocrisy is the recognition
Hypocrisy is identified in this democratic society.
A boneless spine, shows a weak mind
An inability to stand up for one's beliefs indicates a weak individual.
That the truth, a statement of our times
This is a fact that is relevant in our modern era.
Profits & fashion, are human creations
Both financial gain and style are man-made concepts.
Choking on the vomit of civilization.
We are overwhelmed by the negative forces of our current society.
No strings attached!
There are no restrictions to what one can achieve.
No strings attached!
There is no one holding you back.
No strings attached!
There are no limitations.
Straighten your back!
Reshape your posture and find strength to move forward.
Won't fall, I love to Stand Tall
I will not be defeated, I love to be victorious.
Revolution is a livlicon stall
Progress can be slow and painful.
The truth is hidden in secrecy
The whole truth is hidden behind a veil of deception.
While the C.I.A. trains the enemy.
The very organization supposed to protect us is giving ammunition to our enemies.
The 1990's, are gonna be unkindly
The next decade promises to be unpleasant.
Don't remind me, don't remind me
I do not want to face the harsh realities of our future.
Don't remind me of what I have to live for
I am aware of what I should be living for, but I don't want to face it.
Don't remind me of my responsibilities.
I do not want to remember my duties towards my society.
Who's responsible for this mess?
Who is accountable for our current state of affairs?
Who's responsible for me?
Who is accountable for my well-being?
"Dying time is here..." *
The time to change our ways has arrived.
"Your dead!"
If we do not alter our actions, we are doomed.
"Question; Who's our biggest enemy?"
Who is the hindrance in our path to success?
"Question!"
Please answer this query.
"Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! Shut up! Shut up!"
I don't want to hear the harsh truth.
Contributed by Eliana I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.