The Millennium recorded one album, the highly influential, yet commercially unsuccessful Begin in 1968.
The album was an interesting combination of breezy pop and psychedelic rock. At the time, it was the most expensive record Columbia had ever produced.
Anthem
The Millennium Lyrics
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We fight!
They lie!
Cause if we fall for the spin they sell.
We fight!
We die!
Orwellesque headlines; we have heard it all before.
The new millennium generation will kick down their locked doors.
You're going to hear us sing:
We won't go
We won't answer the call
We won't go
We won't answer the call
We know that you're lying;
That you never tell the truth
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
Anymore
Because we don't believe
No we don't believe
We can't repeat the mistakes of the past
March Off!
To die!
But we can take back control of the world
Take back our lives.
Why should it be the poor to die in combat zones?
While congress and their children sits safe in lavish homes?
The new millennium generation will kick down their locked doors.
They're going to hear us sing:
We won't go
We won't answer the call
We won't go
We won't answer the call
We know that you're lying;
That you never tell the truth
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
Anymore
No!
We'll stand as one! We'll say
"We will not go!" [x2]
We'll stand as one
We won't go
We won't answer the call
We won't go
We won't answer the call
We know that you're lying;
That you never tell the truth
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
So we won't go
The Millennium's song 'Anthem' is a strong protest against the spin, lies, and deceit propagated by governments and leaders. The lyrics are a powerful call to action, urging people to stand up for truth and fight against the false narratives that are being pushed in the media. The song begins with a clear assertion that they will not be fooled by the lies of those in power. They recognize that if they fall for the spin that is being sold, they will be complicit in perpetuating falsehoods. The line "We fight! We die!" is a warning of the dire consequences of complacency and inaction in the face of false propaganda.
The next set of lyrics allude to the dystopian imagery of George Orwell's '1984'. The Orwellian headlines are eerily familiar, as we witness media outlets twisting facts to suit their agenda. However, the new generation is not going to sit back and be controlled by those in power. They are going to rebel and break down the doors that have been shut on them for too long. The lyrics make it clear that they refuse to repeat the mistakes of the past where the poor were sent off to die in combat zones while the rich sat safely in their lavish homes. The new generation will not be so easily silenced, but they will stand up as one to assert their rights and fight against oppressive regimes.
Line by Line Meaning
We stand against every lie they tell.
We refuse to believe the false claims and propaganda they spread.
We fight!
We are determined to resist and combat their deceitful actions.
They lie!
The people in power are constantly misleading and deceiving the public.
Cause if we fall for the spin they sell.
If we accept and believe their cleverly crafted messages, we will be manipulated and controlled by them.
We fight!
We will not back down in the face of their oppression and falsehoods.
We die!
We would rather face death than submit to their treachery and tyranny.
Orwellesque headlines; we have heard it all before.
The news stories and media narratives we are currently being fed resemble the dystopian, authoritarian world warned of by George Orwell's novel 1984.
As the 21st century becomes 1984.
We are watching the frightening transformation of our modern world into a bleak and oppressive society similar to that depicted in the novel.
The new millennium generation will kick down their locked doors.
Our generation is rising up to challenge the oppressive systems of the past and present and demand real change for ourselves and future generations.
You're going to hear us sing:
We will not be silenced or ignored. Our voices will be heard through our music and activism.
We won't go
We will not blindly follow orders and participate in wars or conflicts that are not grounded in truth and justice.
We won't answer the call
We refuse to be drafted or compelled to serve in military actions that violate our principles and values.
We know that you're lying;
We are aware that the government and other institutions that wield power are dishonest and corrupt in their actions and statements.
That you never tell the truth
We have lost faith in the reliability and integrity of those who hold authority and expect transparency from them.
So we won't go
We are taking a firm stance and making clear that we will not participate in unjust and immoral wars or conflicts.
Anymore
We have learned from past mistakes and are not willing to repeat them by blindly following orders or going to war without just cause.
Because we don't believe
We have lost trust and confidence in the government and other authorities that demand we participate in wars or work against our interests and beliefs.
We can't repeat the mistakes of the past
We recognize that the history of our country's involvement in wars and conflicts has led to great harm and trauma, and we refuse to continue down that path.
March Off!
We must take bold action to make our voices and beliefs heard and demand real change and progress.
To die!
We are willing to risk everything to ensure that our values and principles are upheld and that the systems that oppress us are dismantled.
But we can take back control of the world
By organizing and advocating for change, we can work towards creating a more equitable and just world for all.
Take back our lives.
We refuse to surrender our freedoms and autonomy to the government or other authorities who seek to control and dictate our actions and beliefs.
Why should it be the poor to die in combat zones?
We question why those who are already vulnerable and marginalized in society are the ones who are expected to put their lives on the line in wars and conflicts.
While congress and their children sits safe in lavish homes?
We are aware of the hypocrisy and unfairness of those in power who send others to fight and die while they and their own families are sheltered and protected.
We'll stand as one! We'll say
We will unite together and raise our voices as one to demand justice and oppose the systems that oppress and exploit us.
"We will not go!" [x2]
We will make it clear through our words and actions that we will not stand for the injustices and atrocities perpetrated by those in power.
So we won't go
We will exercise our agency and refuse to participate in wars or actions that go against our principles and beliefs.
Contributed by Kaitlyn I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.