Let It Burn
The Ataris / Useless ID Lyrics
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You can never know too much.
Open your books aim to the stars
Well I won't let them
Keep me from learning all I can.
Public schools just stand up.
The system feeds our minds.
The same system that supported slavery?
And doesn't it seem strange that
When we try to make a change
To lock us up and throw away the key.
I won't let you
Play me for a fool
Set me free to go to church
But I can't pray in school.
Make a decision for yourself
Don't bother with any trends
Open up a book
And share the knowledge with your friends.
Did the system tell you about democracy?
The same system that created slavery?
And doesn't it seem strange that
When we try to make a change
To lock us up and throw away the key.
The lyrics to The Ataris / Useless ID's song Let It Burn address the flaws in the education system and call for individuals to take control of their own learning. The song encourages listeners to seek knowledge beyond what is taught in school and to question the system that provides it. The lines "Knowledge is key. You can never know too much. Open your books aim to the stars" express a strong belief in the power of education as a means of personal growth and empowerment.
The lyrics also criticize the education system for the limitations it imposes on individuals and its failure to address issues of social justice. The lines "Did the system tell you about democracy? The same system that supported slavery?" highlight the fact that the education system is not neutral and is shaped by larger societal forces. The song encourages listeners to challenge the status quo and to seek out new perspectives.
Overall, the message of the song is a call to action against oppression and a reminder that individuals have the power to effect change. The lyrics urge listeners to take control of their own learning and to use their knowledge to create a world that is more just and equitable.
Line by Line Meaning
Knowledge is key.
Having knowledge is essential and provides opportunities.
You can never know too much.
There is no limit to what can be learned.
Open your books aim to the stars
Read extensively and set high goals.
Well I won't let them
I will not allow someone to stand in the way of my learning.
Keep me from learning all I can.
I am determined to learn as much as possible.
Public schools just stand up.
The public education system needs to improve.
The system feeds our minds.
The education system shapes and influences our thoughts.
Did the system tell you about democracy?
Is the education system providing accurate information about democracy?
The same system that supported slavery?
Is it questionable that a system that supported slavery can be trusted to provide accurate information?
And doesn't it seem strange that
Isn't it curious that
When we try to make a change
When we attempt to bring about change
To lock us up and throw away the key.
We are punished severely for trying to bring about change.
I won't let you
I refuse to allow someone to deceive me.
Play me for a fool
Manipulate me into believing something false.
Set me free to go to church
Allow me freedom of religion.
But I can't pray in school.
I am restricted from practicing my religion in a public school setting.
Make a decision for yourself
Become independent in your thinking.
Don't bother with any trends
Do not follow what is currently popular.
Open up a book
Read and educate yourself.
And share the knowledge with your friends.
Pass on what you have learned to others.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kristopher Lee Roe
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