Invisible Sun
The Police [nitrofiles.blogspot.com] Lyrics
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Oh oh oh oh oh oh
I don't want to spend the rest of my life
Looking at the barrel of an Armalite
I don't want to spend the rest of my days
Keeping out of trouble like the soldiers say
Looking at the walls of a prison cell
I don't ever want to play the part
Of a statistic on a government chart
There has to be an invisible sun
It gives its heat to everyone
There has to be an invisible sun
That gives us hope when the whole day's done
It's dark all day and it glows all night
Factory smoke and acetylene light
I face the day with me head caved in
Looking like something that the cat brought in
There has to be an invisible sun
It gives its heat to everyone
There has to be an invisible sun
That gives us hope when the whole day's done
And they're only going to change this place
By killing everybody in the human race
They would kill me for a cigarette
But I don't even wanna die just yet
There has to be an invisible sun
It gives its heat to everyone
There has to be an invisible sun
That gives us hope when the whole day's done
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
The lyrics of "Invisible Sun" by The Police depict a bleak and hopeless world, where there is constant violence and oppression. The singer expresses his desire to live in a world without conflict, where he is not at the mercy of the military or government. He does not want to be trapped in darkness, surrounded by pollution and artificial light. He feels like he is on the brink of death at all times, and that the only way to change the world is through a violent revolution that would result in the ultimate destruction of humanity.
However, despite the bleakness of the world around him, the singer believes in the existence of an "invisible sun" that provides hope to everyone. This sun represents the light of human resilience and the possibility for a better future. Even in the darkest of times, there is always the potential for change and redemption. The song ultimately suggests that the solution to the world's problems lies in the human spirit, and the resilience and hope that it generates.
The lyrics of "Invisible Sun" are often interpreted as a commentary on the political and social issues of the time, specifically the violence and oppression of the Troubles in Ireland. However, the song's themes are universal and have remained relevant throughout the years. It is a powerful and moving testament to the strength of the human spirit, and its ability to overcome even the darkest of times.
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Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Repeating 'Oh' sounds, no specific meaning
I don't want to spend the rest of my life
Looking at the barrel of an Armalite
I don't want to spend my life living in fear of violence from weapons like the Armalite
I don't want to spend the rest of my days
Keeping out of trouble like the soldiers say
I don't want to live my life under strict military rules and regulations
I don't want to spend my time in hell
Looking at the walls of a prison cell
I don't want to end up in jail, losing my freedom
I don't ever want to play the part
Of a statistic on a government chart
I don't want to become just another number on a government report, lost and forgotten
There has to be an invisible sun
It gives its heat to everyone
There must be something bigger than us that provides warmth and hope to all, regardless of background or circumstance
There has to be an invisible sun
That gives us hope when the whole day's done
This same mysterious force helps us keep hope when the day has been long and difficult
It's dark all day and it glows all night
Factory smoke and acetylene light
The world isn't always a beautiful place, often clouded by pollution and artificial light
I face the day with me head caved in
Looking like something that the cat brought in
Sometimes I feel defeated and worn down after facing the struggles of life
And they're only going to change this place
By killing everybody in the human race
Some people believe that the only way to create change in the world is through violent means, even if it means destroying all human life
They would kill me for a cigarette
But I don't even wanna die just yet
People are willing to go to extreme and violent lengths for seemingly minor things, but I'm not ready to give up on life yet
There has to be an invisible sun
It gives its heat to everyone
The same mysterious force that provides warmth and hope to all is still there, consistent and reliable
There has to be an invisible sun
That gives us hope when the whole day's done
This force gives us hope even when it seems that all hope is lost
Oh oh oh oh oh oh
Repeating 'Oh' sounds, no specific meaning
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GORDON SUMNER
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@johnaylmer3690
@@phibsterletgamer1774 The sad thing is todays Teen is lead to believe Ed Sheeran is talented,so if your unlucky enough as a teen where your parents/older sibling was into shite music in the first place before Simon Cowell and the likes came and murdered music, created a horrible picture of popular music where teens think because it's played on the radio it must be good,most people around them are listening to the same shite because that's all they have ever heard,so they know no better!!
We can't judge Teens for that! In reality the finger should be pointed at other people..
Just go and pick any random week from the 60's/70's/80's and look at the top 50 singles charts, you will know probability 10 and more of these tracks from each week
that you will not only know, you will love so many of those tracks...
In a way I feel privileged to grow up in a time where music was real,fresh,new and with
a concept behind it that you were learning about the world around you without even knowing at times.....But sadly those time are gone:(
Now shaking your ass and having a cool hairstyle sells records..
Please listen to the 2018 British Christmas singles chart number one!!!!
Seriously,How did we get here?
@purplepelican69
The Police weren't around very long as a unit - but long enough to become one of the greatest bands of all time. Immortality guaranteed.
@purple8289
About as long as the Beatles were which seems long enough.
@britgilbert8736
Absolutely
@macmacreynolds8712
They managed to make five albums between 1978 and 83, which is an impressive achievement!
@macmacreynolds8712
@D Z The Beatles lasted a little longer than the Police. 1962-70 and 1977-84, respectively.
@johnblanchett9691
@@macmacreynolds8712 Beatles were playing in Hamburg starting August of 1960 ... if we are getting factual✌
@bop52465
When this is the only footage you get to seen of Northern Ireland (as a Yank) in the early 80s, it stays with you.
@paulmcdonough1093
i was a soldier there in belfast
@rheattegainer3368
Exactly
@jerryhoward8133
Three extremely talented people who made some of the most relevant and powerful music ever created.