Fade Away
The Stereo Mc's Lyrics


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Don't let it fade away
Can you feel the tension in the air
You best be ready, best be prepared
Don't try to doubt it (Just think about it)
It's in the blood, it's in the faith
It's in the look sittin' on your face
And you can't hide it (Just think about it)
So no pretendin', start defendin'
Stop the rot before it sets in
Think about it (Just think about it)
Spreadin' like poison autographs
Poison ivy from the past
You gotta think about it (Just think about it)
We're birds of a feather, bees of a sting
Listen to the words that the silo bring
'Cause we're livin' in the shadows of yesterday
Nobody can make that fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
Don't let it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
Don't let it fade away
And if you think that you belong on a higher plane, then you'd be wrong
Just think about it (Just think about it)
Don't matter what uniform you wear
It's just a superficial layer
You gotta think about it (Just think about it)
It's on the pages and the abc
It's in the roots of history
Nobody can hide it (Just think about it)
Is this the way it's meant to be
Generation gap is all I see
How we're divided (Just think about it)
We're birds of a feather, bees of a sting
Listen to the words that the silo bring
'Cause we're livin' in the shadows of yesterday
Nobody can make that fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
Don't let it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
Don't let it fade away

Stop the train, I'm goin' insane
Every channel looks just the same
Just visualize it (Just think about it)
I'd rather be a savage, see than undergo this lobotomy
You gotta think about it (Just think about it)
Wanna burn the Jack in orange flames 'till all the pride turn into shame
Incinerate it (Just think about it)
Hallucinatin' while we're waitin'
Time's a comin' for startin' somethin'
That's words, paragraphs and phrases
History books lead me 'round in mazes
Birds of a feather, bees of a sting
Listen to the words that the silo bring
'Cause we're livin' in the shadows of yesterday
Nobody can make that fade away, come on
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
Don't let it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
Don't let it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away
You can't make it fade away





Fade away, fade away, fade away, fade away, fade away, fade away, fade away

Overall Meaning

The Stereo MC's song "Fade Away" is an anthem for preserving the essence of who we are as individuals and as a society from the corroding effect of the past. The chorus "Don't let it fade away" emphasizes the need to take action and not allow history to repeat itself. The lyrics also addresses the tension and frustration that come with the attempt to preserve our identity in the midst of societal changes. The line "We're living in the shadows of yesterday" encapsulates the idea that the issues we face today are the echoes of the past.


The song encourages listeners to think critically and not be swayed by surface-level appearances, whether it's the uniform we wear or the media we consume. The line "It's just a superficial layer" speaks to the need to look beyond the veneer and to truly understand the roots of our society. And despite the challenges we face, such as the generation gap and divisions, the song calls for unity as birds of a feather and bees of a sting. The phrase "Listen to the words that the silo brings" seems to reference the silos of history in which their words were held, emphasizing the importance of learning from those who came before us.


Overall, "Fade Away" is a powerful call to action, reminding us of the importance of knowing our roots and preserving our identity in the face of change.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't let it fade away
Don't let the tension and division in society disappear without trying to make a change.


Can you feel the tension in the air
Are you aware of the discomfort and discord present in society?


You best be ready, best be prepared
It's important to be equipped and willing to confront challenges and make positive changes.


Don't try to doubt it (Just think about it)
Don't deny the existence of the issues, but consider possible solutions instead.


It's in the blood, it's in the faith
The problems are ingrained in society's cultural and religious beliefs and practices.


It's in the look sittin' on your face
The division and strife in society is evident in people's facial expressions and body language.


And you can't hide it (Just think about it)
The issues cannot be concealed or ignored and require action to address them.


So no pretendin', start defendin'
Stop pretending that the problems don't exist and start taking a stand and being a force for change.


Stop the rot before it sets in
Take action early to prevent the spread of negativity and division in society before it becomes too entrenched.


Spreadin' like poison autographs
The negative aspects of society are being passed down and perpetuated through generations.


Poison ivy from the past
The harmful elements of past society are still present today and have negative effects.


We're birds of a feather, bees of a sting
We are all connected and similar, but also capable of inflicting harm on each other.


Listen to the words that the silo bring
Pay attention to the messages being spread and consider whether they are perpetuating the issues or promoting solutions.


'Cause we're livin' in the shadows of yesterday
The negative aspects of past society linger and continue to affect us today.


Nobody can make that fade away
It's difficult to erase the effects of negative aspects of society from the past.


And if you think that you belong on a higher plane, then you'd be wrong
Thinking that you are above the issues and unaffected by them is wrong and detrimental to progress.


Don't matter what uniform you wear
It doesn't matter what group or classification you identify with, the issues still affect everyone.


It's just a superficial layer
The outward appearance or labels people identify with are not reflective of the deeper issues present in society.


It's on the pages and the abc
The negative aspects of society are present in every aspect of life, including education and media.


It's in the roots of history
The problems have been present and deeply ingrained in society's past.


Is this the way it's meant to be
Question whether the negative aspects of society are permanent and unchangeable or if they can be improved.


Generation gap is all I see
The younger and older generations have different perspectives and experiences, leading to misunderstandings and division.


How we're divided (Just think about it)
The divisions and tensions in society require thought and consideration to be overcome and resolved.


Stop the train, I'm goin' insane
The problems and negativity in society are overwhelming and driving one to madness.


Every channel looks just the same
The media and messaging are not providing diverse perspectives or promoting solutions.


I'd rather be a savage, see than undergo this lobotomy
Overcoming society's problems requires breaking free from conformity and embracing one's true nature.


Wanna burn the Jack in orange flames 'till all the pride turn into shame
Desire to eliminate negative influences and causes of pride and ignorance in society and hold people accountable for their actions.


Hallucinatin' while we're waitin'
Waiting for solutions and change can feel like a surreal or impossible experience.


Time's a comin' for startin' somethin'
It's time to take action and begin making changes to improve society.


That's words, paragraphs and phrases
The issues need to be addressed through communication and language, not physical violence or destruction.


History books lead me 'round in mazes
The complexities and entanglements of societal issues can be difficult to comprehend and navigate.


Fade away, fade away, fade away, fade away, fade away, fade away, fade away
The repetition of the phrase emphasizes the need to not let the negative aspects of society disappear without taking action to address them.




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