New Age
Tiffany For Breakfast Lyrics

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We've overthrown the tyrant
Gave power to the people
But the tyranny won't end
Until the last surpressor is dead
Everyone will be put to the block
Among the crowd
To face his fate
As it comes crashing down.

Revolution's come upon us embrace it or die!
Like the king who starved his land
And the whore he called his wife

Your neck will meet the knife
Iron shall end your life
By the flash of the blade
You lose your head

Your neck will meet the knife
Iron shall end your life
By the flash of the blade
You will lose your head

The reign of terror continues
A nation ruled by executioners

To restore order we must destroy it
Gorging our children to become free

Your neck will meet the knife
Iron shall end your life
By the flash of the blade
You lose your head

Cherish the
New structures
But fear the one
Designed to kill
Drown the city
In blood
To pay the price

Of liberty
Liberty

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "New Age" by Tiffany For Breakfast depict a revolution against tyranny and the price that is paid for freedom. The song begins by acknowledging the overthrow of a tyrant and the empowerment of the people. However, it emphasizes that true freedom cannot be achieved until the last suppressor is eliminated. The lyrics imply that everyone will face their fate together, as the old order comes crashing down.

The chorus of the song urges individuals to embrace the revolution or face death. It alludes to a king who starved his land and metaphorically compares him to a whore. This metaphor highlights the oppressive nature of the ruling regime, while also emphasizing the consequential loss of power for those who support it. The repeated line "your neck will meet the knife" and the reference to iron ending lives signifies the violent nature of the revolution.

The lyrics further explore the concept of the reign of terror and executioners ruling the nation. The need to restore order is acknowledged but with the understanding that destructive measures are required to achieve it. The song suggests that the path to freedom involves sacrificing and nourishing the younger generation so they can fight for their own liberation.

Overall, "New Age" by Tiffany For Breakfast is a powerful and metaphorical depiction of a revolution against oppression, the consequences of supporting tyranny, and the sacrifices needed to attain true liberty.

Line by Line Meaning

We've overthrown the tyrant
We successfully removed the oppressive ruler

Gave power to the people
Empowered the citizens to govern themselves

But the tyranny won't end
Unfortunately, the oppressive rule persists

Until the last suppressor is dead
Until every oppressor is eliminated

Everyone will be put to the block
All individuals will face punishment

Among the crowd
In the presence of others

To face his fate
To confront their destiny

As it comes crashing down
As the oppressive regime crumbles

Revolution's come upon us embrace it or die!
We are in the midst of a revolution, accept it or face demise!

Like the king who starved his land
Similar to the ruler who deprived his own people

And the whore he called his wife
And the woman he disrespected and treated poorly