They have since disbanded in 2007.
Mozart
Suburban Riot Lyrics
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I know they are just like me
Let's go with a million over
I know they are just like me
Got Persian eyes, make a fuss
Her dad looks at her with disgust
Some nasty cuts and a little puss
Always talkin' bout her gaining weight
He's getting worse at a constant rate
You're swimming in your fragile state
So tell him that you wont be back till late
Let's go we can start it over
I know they are just like me
Let's go with a million over
I know they are just like me
Just give me something to believe
Don't leave it hanging all in your sleeve
What are you like when they all leave
And he stops beating on you?
Santa Monica's the place to go
We were born on the radio
Your daddy gives you another blow
But we can leave him as he cries out "No"
Let's go we can start it over
I know they are just like me
Let's go with a million over
I know they are just like me
Over and over and over
I try to be what you want me to be
But with all these expectations
I know they are just__ like__ me__
The song "Mozart" by Suburban Riot touches on themes of domestic violence, body shaming, and the pressure to conform to societal expectations. In the opening lines, the lyrics "Let's go we can start it over, I know they are just like me" suggest a desire to escape from one's current situation and find common ground with others who may be experiencing similar struggles.
The verse that follows paints a picture of abuse, with references to "Persian eyes" and a father's disapproval. The line "Some nasty cuts and a little puss" hints at physical violence, while the lyric "He's getting worse at a constant rate" suggests a pattern of escalating abuse. The singer encourages the victim to assert her independence by telling her abuser that she won't be back until late.
The chorus repeats the idea that there are others out there who share the same struggles, and that by coming together they can feel less alone. The song ends with a twist on the chorus, with the final line "I know they are just like me" emphasizing the universality of these experiences.
Overall, "Mozart" is a powerful and poignant song that sheds light on some difficult topics. Its catchy melody and relatable lyrics make it a standout track from Suburban Riot's discography.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's go we can start it over
We can forget about the past and move on
I know they are just like me
I can relate to others' experiences
Let's go with a million over
We can achieve anything we set our minds to
Got Persian eyes, make a fuss
She has unique, eye-catching features and is dramatic
Her dad looks at her with disgust
Her dad judges her for her behavior
Some nasty cuts and a little puss
She has small wounds and irritations
I know he's got some issues
Her dad has unresolved problems
Always talkin' bout her gaining weight
He constantly criticizes her about her body
He's getting worse at a constant rate
His behavior is becoming increasingly negative
You're swimming in your fragile state
She is struggling with her emotional well-being
So tell him that you wont be back till late
She decides to take control of her own life and make her own choices
Just give me something to believe
I need something to hold onto
Don't leave it hanging all in your sleeve
Don't keep everything bottled up inside
What are you like when they all leave
How do you behave when no one is watching?
And he stops beating on you?
When will you decide to stop accepting abuse?
Santa Monica's the place to go
Santa Monica is a destination for a good time
We were born on the radio
Our story has already been told to the world
Your daddy gives you another blow
Her dad physically hurts her
But we can leave him as he cries out "No"
We can choose to remove ourselves from the abuse and not give in to his pleas
Over and over and over
This is a recurring cycle
I try to be what you want me to be
I am constantly striving to meet others' expectations
But with all these expectations
It's difficult to live up to everyone's ideals
I know they are just like me
Others struggle with the same issues as me
Contributed by Natalie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.