Agenda
The Notwist Lyrics


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It isn't all over yet
He still twists is head
From side to side
Every morning comes
Like a warning
Some men were torn in pieces
Lead your agenda, time to cry
Every morning comes
Like a warning
Bring me down
Bring me down




Bring me down
Bring me down

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Notwist's "Agenda" carry an ominous tone, and delve into the feeling of impending doom that hovers over us as we go about our daily lives. The opening lines, "It isn't all over yet / He still twists his head / From side to side" suggest that despite the semblance of routine and orderliness, there's still something that's not quite right. The repetition of the phrase "Every morning comes / Like a warning" reinforces this feeling of trepidation, as though each day is urging us to brace ourselves for something that we can't see coming.


The lyrics take on a more political tone as they progress, with the line "Some men were torn in pieces / Lead your agenda, time to cry" appearing to refer to the aftermath of war or conflict. It's possible that the song is a commentary on the futility of societal agendas, and the way in which we sometimes blindly follow leaders who ultimately lead us to chaos and destruction. The repeated plea for someone to "Bring me down" could be seen as an acknowledgement of our own powerlessness in the face of these larger forces, or a desire to escape from a world in which we feel trapped.


Overall, "Agenda" is a powerful meditation on the way in which our lives can sometimes feel like they're spiraling out of control, and the sense of unease that comes from not knowing what the future holds.


Line by Line Meaning

It isn't all over yet
The situation at hand is not yet concluded


He still twists his head
He continues to struggle and deliberate


From side to side
Alternating between different courses of action


Every morning comes
Each new day brings fresh challenges


Like a warning
A signal of impending difficulty


Some men were torn in pieces
Others have suffered extreme harm or loss


Lead your agenda, time to cry
Take charge of your priorities, even if it involves emotional distress


Bring me down
The weight of obstacles risks failure


Bring me down
I am threatened by forces beyond my control


Bring me down
My resilience erodes under continuing pressure


Bring me down
My spirit is undermined by circumstances outside myself




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