Salvation
The Cranberries Lyrics
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Don't do it, don't do it
Inject your soul with liberty
It's free, it's free
To all the kids with heroin eyes
Don't do it, don't do it
Because it's not, not what it seems
Salvation, salvation, salvation is free
Salvation, salvation, salvation is free
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Do do do do do do do do
Do do do doooo
Do do do do do do do do
Do do do doooo
To all the parents with sleepless nights
Sleepless nights
Tie your kids home to their beds
Clean their heads
To all the kids with heroin eyes
Don't do it, don't do it
Because it's not, not what it seems
No, no it's not, not what it seems
Salvation, salvation, salvation is free
Salvation, salvation, salvation is free
Salvation, salvation, salvation is free
Salvation, salvation, salvation is free
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The lyrics to The Cranberries' song Salvation address the dangers of drug use, specifically heroin use, and the consequences it has on individuals and society as a whole. The song is a call for people to resist the temptation of using drugs, and instead find salvation in a life free from addiction. The first two verses address those who are currently using drugs, urging them to stop and find freedom in their soul rather than in substances. The following verses address parents who may be struggling with their children's addiction and encourage them to seek help for their kids.
The chorus, which repeats the phrase "salvation is free," offers a message of hope and promise that redemption and freedom from addiction is achievable. The use of repetition in the song reinforces its message and makes it all the more powerful. The Cranberries' lead singer Dolores O'Riordan delivers the lyrics with a powerful and emotional voice, conveying the urgency and importance of the song's message.
Line by Line Meaning
To all those people doing lines
This line is referring to people who are snorting drugs like cocaine. The singer is warning them not to do it.
Don't do it, don't do it
This line is a repetitive and strong warning not to indulge in drug addiction.
Inject your soul with liberty
Instead of injecting drugs, the singer asks the listener to free their soul or mind.
It's free, it's free
Freedom from addiction is available for all and does not cost money.
To all the kids with heroin eyes
This line is directed to young people addicted to heroin who have pale and sunken eyes.
Because it's not, not what it seems
The singer is emphasizing that drug addiction is not what people intend it to be or thus it may lead to dangerous outcomes.
Salvation, salvation, salvation is free
The chorus of the song repeats how there can be salvation from addiction which is freely available.
To all the parents with sleepless nights
This line speaks to parents who have children that are addicted to drugs which is causing sleepless nights and worrying.
Tie your kids home to their beds
The singer is asking parents to physically restrain their kids from indulging in drugs in extreme situations,
Clean their heads
The addiction may be accompanied by negative thoughts and emotions, and the singer is asking parents to help their kids cleanse these from their minds.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dolores Mary O'Riordan, Noel Hogan
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@downsiderising9144
Emailed Dolores about this song and how it helped me through such a rough time She actually replied and i love her for that Just wish i could have been there to help her when she needed it RIP Beautiful lady
@Infinix-fv9sd
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@kendollgt
Powerful message; instead of being trapped doing drugs, save yourself and be free.
@HandleNameIsStupid
Noble cause but it's far more complicated then just telling people to stop.
@templarkiller2926
@@HandleNameIsStupid Well yeah, but people won't take the steps that are needed to stop if they still think that what they are doing isn't so bad for themselves, you have to remove the illusion first, and if this can help than let it help.
@shanehorsfall1337
I have to analyse the lyrics to this songs as a part of my A Level English Literature course , and theres soo much to write about the meaning of the song . Also i am a huge Cranberries fan
@skaterseye
This message truly saved my life
@tinktheartist50
But she died of alcohol exposure with drugs in her system. :/
@rayshuler7293
Salvation is free . I'm Saved . Thank GOD .
@johnjeffries8935
As a recovering addict this is a anthem to me, gone to soon rip Dolores