Killing In The Name
The Andy Lim Trio feat. Rage Against the Machine Lyrics
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Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Are the same that burn crosses
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Killing in the name of
Killing in the name of
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya
But now you do what they told ya
Well now you do what they told ya
Those who died are justified
For wearing the badge
They're the chosen whites
You justify those that died
By wearing the badge
They're the chosen whites
Those who died are justified
For wearing the badge
They're the chosen whites
You justify those who died
By wearing the badge
They're the chosen whites
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Some of those that work forces
Are the same that burn crosses
Uh
Killing in the name of
Killing in the name of
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
Now you do what they told ya
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya, now you're under control
And now you do what they told ya
Those who died are justified
For wearing the badge
They're the chosen whites
You justify those that died
By wearing the badge
They're the chosen whites
Those who died are justified
For wearing the badge
They're the chosen whites
You justify those that died
By wearing the badge
They're the chosen whites
Come on
Uh
Yeah
Come on
Uh
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
Motherfucker
Uh
The lyrics to Killing in the Name by The Andy Lim Trio feat. Rage Against the Machine are a vehement critique of police brutality and institutional racism in America. The repeating line "Some of those that work forces, are the same that burn crosses" denounces the hypocrisy of law enforcement officers who are members of white supremacist groups or who have racist tendencies. The chorus "Killing in the name of" portrays the frustration of people who feel helpless in the face of oppression and discrimination. The second verse "Those who died are justified, for wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites, you justify those that died by wearing the badge, they're the chosen whites" suggests that the police protect the interests of the white ruling class, while people of color are targeted and killed with impunity. The final verse "Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me" is a defiant call for resistance against authority and a refusal to be silenced or oppressed.
In summary, Killing in the Name by The Andy Lim Trio feat. Rage Against the Machine is a protest song that challenges the systemic injustices of American society, particularly the police violence and racism faced by minorities. The lyrics are blunt and uncompromising, reflecting the anger and disillusionment of a generation that feels betrayed by the institutions that were supposed to protect them.
Line by Line Meaning
Killing in the name of
The act of committing murder in the interest of a certain cause or motive
Some of those that work forces
Some people who work in positions of power, such as law enforcement or the military
Are the same that burn crosses
Are members of hate groups that use symbols like burning crosses to intimidate and terrorize
Now you do what they told ya
Following the orders of those in power, even if they are oppressive or harmful
Those who died are justified
Those who have lost their lives while serving in positions of power are seen as heroes and martyrized
For wearing the badge
For being part of law enforcement or the military
They're the chosen whites
They are seen as superior and privileged because of their race
Fuck you, I won't do what you tell me
A rebellious and defiant statement against those in power who try to control and oppress
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Timothy Commerford, Thomas B. Morello, Zack M. De La Rocha, Brad J. Wilk
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@KenBeer
Sounds amazing, but I get the feeling he's not going to do what I tell him.
@Xauz24
lmao
@Matt_Villines
This is the most badass elevator music I've heard in a while.
@solasistim336
Chilling in the Name of...
@highbreed9284
hahaha yesss
@redpoint6870
Sola Sistim I just searched for that and this song popped up!!
@ciaranplavac3804
Grilling in the Name of...
@peek_yew9369
Swingin in the name of
@13lood13ath
You stole this from another comment, lol. Who is this Amy Schumer??
@LucasKingPiano
I can't believe I'm only just hearing this now, so so good.