Barricades
The Ex Lyrics
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When their common sense fails we're full of hate
We'll meet again at the barricades
When they won't listen we won't hesitate
There's nowhere to hide
Teargas in our eyes
And dogs that really bite
They're never on our side
When arrogance remains we're full of hate
We'll meet again at the barricades
When they ask for trouble we won't hesitate
Police spies everywhere
We handle them with care
Our bricks are their despair
Zipping through the air
We'll meet again at the barricades
When unjustice rules we're full of hate
We'll meet again at the barricades
When they want violence we won't hesitate
It's still the same refrain
Unjustices remain
Authorities to blame
Not used to use their brain
The Ex's song "Barricades" paints a picture of a volatile society where citizens are compelled to take up arms against a government that refuses to listen. The lyrics depict a situation where disillusioned individuals who have lost faith in the authorities have no other option but to take matters into their own hands. The song is an anthem for those who have lost hope in the system and are ready to put up a fight for what they believe in.
The lyrics indicate that the situation is dire, and the protestors are not just facing the authorities but also dogs and tear gas, showing the level of brutality that the authorities are willing to use to suppress dissent. The lines, 'Our bricks are their despair, zipping through the air,' suggests that the protesters are not afraid to get violent in their quest for justice. The repetition of 'We'll meet again at the barricades' reinforces the idea that the battle is far from over, and the protesters are not deterred by the authorities.
The lyrics are a commentary on the state of our society where those in positions of power are not doing enough to address the grievances of their citizens. The song is a call to action for individuals to take responsibility for their lives and be ready to fight for their rights. It's a reminder that sometimes, when all else fails, barricades might be necessary.
Line by Line Meaning
We'll meet again at the barricades
We will fight together at the barricades
When their common sense fails we're full of hate
When those in power act irrationally, we become angry
When they won't listen we won't hesitate
When they refuse to listen to reason, we will act
There's nowhere to hide
We have no place to seek shelter
Teargas in our eyes
We are being attacked with teargas
And dogs that really bite
Police dogs are used to harm us
They're never on our side
The authorities are always against us
When arrogance remains we're full of hate
When those in power remain stubborn and prideful, we become angry
When they ask for trouble we won't hesitate
When they provoke us, we will respond
Police spies everywhere
Undercover police officers are watching us
We handle them with care
We are cautious around potential informants
Our bricks are their despair
Our thrown bricks cause them frustration
Zipping through the air
Our thrown bricks fly through the air
When injustice rules we're full of hate
When unfairness dominates, we become angry
When they want violence we won't hesitate
When they seek violence, we will respond
It's still the same refrain
The situation remains unchanged
Injustices remain
Unfairness still exists
Authorities to blame
Those in power are responsible for the problems
Not used to use their brain
Those in power refuse to think critically
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Ron Kroon
Gaaf., ik zag dit nummer voorbijkomen bij het programma "andere tijden", toen werd ik even weer herinnerd aan die goede oude tijd begin jaren 80-tig!!! TOF, het blijft goede muziek!!!
mefibo1
I love this!!!!! Can you please make available (through YouTube, bittorrent, whatever....) the rest of the album "History is what's Happening". It's pure nostalgia................... Len
Rui Carvalho
loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee