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Smartbomb Lyrics

The lyrics to Smartbomb's "Begin" present a critique of the modern-day capitalist system that is dominated by an insatiable desire for money and wealth. The song begins with a call to action for the listener to start the race and get ahead of everyone else, emphasizing the competitive nature of society's pursuit of success. The line "Money talks when you're walking with the living dead" highlights the way in which wealth defines one's status and worth in this world, while also suggesting that the pursuit of money can lead to a kind of spiritual death.

The following lines "Dead man walking with the living" and "And in the end you stink like shit. But who's gonna pay for it?" imply that the pursuit of wealth may ultimately result in a loss of morality and integrity. The lyrics shift their focus to the systemic injustices inherent in the capitalist system, critiquing the way in which power is concentrated in the hands of the few, while the masses struggle to carve out a living for themselves. The lines "Spotlight cinema picture via open mind/And if you start to slip through financial pipe/Dreams for a shot at exponential wealth, disgusting" suggest that society's obsession with wealth distorts our perception of what is truly meaningful and valuable, leading many to sacrifice their principles and integrity in the pursuit of financial gain.

The final lines "Look at this blessing, so much integrity/ Lets exploit it and avoid its repercussions" speak to the way in which those in power often exploit the vulnerable and the marginalized, taking advantage of those who may lack the resources to push back against such abuses. Overall, the song serves as a blistering critique of the capitalist system and the ways in which it can corrode our moral compasses and sap our willingness to live with integrity.