The Tribe never released music to the mainstream, secular market but remained consistently popular among proponents of contemporary Christian music. The band went through various incarnations that included various members including Cameron Dante, Andy Hawthorne, Lindsey West, and Tim & Emma Owen.
Their music was almost exclusively produced by Manchester-based Zarc Porter. The Tribe were part of a wider Christian charity called ‘The Message Trust’ who has gone on to spawn other music groups such as ‘BlushUK’ and ‘LZ7’ and continues to actively proselytise to children across the Manchester region.
Hypocrite
The World Wide Message Tribe Lyrics
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Taking liberties I see People dying all
Around me Full of pride and evil greed
I keep quiet in a world of need Casting
Darkness on the earth Sin deceives me
Like a curse The world is covered in
Disease I sit back at ease
What a hypocrite I am
I'm sold as a slave to sin What a hideous state,
I keep giving in I do not understand what I do
For what I hate to do I do The evil deep inside
Of me Has seized its opportunity I can't do
Right for doing wrong My time will soon be gone
The World Wide Message Tribe's song "Hypocrite" showcases a self-reflective viewpoint of the author, who realizes that they have been unaware of their privileges and the atrocities happening in the world. The song starts with the author admitting to their hypocrisy for not doing enough for the people in need, despite observing the suffering around them. They acknowledge their pride and evil greed, which has rendered them ineffective in making a positive change. The author understands that they are part of the problem by not taking any action and reflects it in the line, "Casting darkness on the earth."
The following lines talk about how the author is a slave to sin and is continuously giving in to their base instincts. They feel deep shame for not understanding their actions, and although they know what they're doing is wrong, they continue to do it. The negativity inside them has become too overwhelming for them to do right. The song's overall message is that despite the many evils in the world, we can take small steps to create a more significant change. We need to take accountability for our actions, and giving in to our wrong desires only perpetuates the cycle of negativity.
Line by Line Meaning
What a hypocrite I am
I am a person who pretends to have virtues, morals and principles that I don't actually possess or follow. This is despite knowing the right thing to do.
Taking liberties I see
I am enjoying my life to the fullest, even if it means hurting others and not caring about their welfare.
People dying all around me
While I indulge in my own pleasures, I am blind to the suffering of others. People are dying all around me and I do nothing to help them.
Full of pride and evil greed
I am selfish and arrogant, caring only about myself and what I can gain from others. I am willing to harm others to get what I want.
I keep quiet in a world of need
Even though I know that the world is in need of help and support, I choose to remain silent and not do anything constructive to make a difference.
Casting Darkness on the earth
My behaviors and actions are contributing to the darkness and negativity in the world, instead of bringing light and positivity.
Sin deceives me like a curse
My sinful nature is deceiving me and leading me down a path of destruction. It feels like a curse with no escape.
The world is covered in disease
The world is suffering from a multitude of diseases and illnesses, both physical and spiritual.
I sit back at ease
Despite the chaos and suffering in the world, I choose to sit back and relax rather than taking action and making a difference. I am comfortable in my own selfishness.
I'm sold as a slave to sin
I am trapped in a cycle of sin and addiction, unable to break free and being controlled by my own negative behaviors and thoughts.
What a hideous state, I keep giving in
I am aware that my actions and behaviors are repulsive and harmful, yet I continue to give in to my urges and desires anyway.
I do not understand what I do
Despite being aware of the consequences of my actions, I am unable to understand why I continue to do negative things that cause harm to myself and others.
For what I hate to do I do
I am aware of the things that I don't like about myself, but I continue to engage in these behaviors and actions anyway, instead of trying to change for the better.
The evil deep inside of me
I am aware that there is a deep and pervasive darkness within me that is driving my negative behaviors and thoughts.
Has seized its opportunity
This negative part of me has taken over my actions and behaviors, making it difficult for me to control or change them.
I can't do right for doing wrong
Despite wanting to do the right thing, I am trapped in a cycle of negative behaviors and thoughts that prevent me from making positive changes.
My time will soon be gone
My life is finite and I am aware that my time on earth is limited. I must choose whether to continue living as a hypocrite, or make positive changes and leave a better legacy behind.
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Written by: ANDY HAWTHORNE, CAMERON DANTE, ZARC PORTER
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