Vices
Tomorrows Bad Seeds Lyrics


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WISH I COULD GET AWAY
FROM ALL THESE VICES THAT'S GOT A HOLD ON ME
I'LL FIND A WAY TO BE HEAD STRONG AND NEVER LET MY MIND GO A STRAY
WE'LL FIND IT SOMEDAY MAYBE REALIZE THAT THIS WORLD IS A BRIGHTER
PLACE FOR US TO PLAY I MIGHT AS WELL DRIFT AWAY

IT SEEMS ALL CORRUPT KINGS COLLAPSE AND THAT'S THE REASON
THEM POLITICS POLLUTING UP THE AIR THAT WE'RE BREATHING
FORCE-FED THE SUFFERING ALL THOSE LIES YOU BELIEVE IN
CROOKED PYTHONS WE"LL OVERTHROUGH THEIR DECEIVING
SO RAISE YOUR FIST IN THE AIR CAUSE WE'RE BORN TO RAGE AGAINST THEM VOICE YOUR OPINION AND DIRECT ALL OF YOUR DECISIONS
INTENSE VISIONS OF MENTAL CONDITIONING OF THE SYSTEM
TO HELP THE PEOPLE SEE THAT IT'S TIME TO SOON UPLIFT THEM

WISH I COULD GET AWAY
FROM ALL THESE VICES THAT'S GOT A HOLD ON ME
I'LL FIND A WAY TO BE HEAD STRONG AND NEVER LET MY MIND GO A STRAY
WE'LL FIND IT SOMEDAY MAYBE REALIZE THAT THIS WORLD IS A BRIGHTER
PLACE FOR US TO PLAY I MIGHT AS WELL DRIFT AWAY

YOU KNOW THE MYSTERY MEN IN BLACK'S HENCHMEN DISPOSITION
THE CROSS THEY SUPPOSEDLY FAITH AND ALL THE WORLDS RELIGION
IF I ANNOUNCE IT ON A LOUD SPEAKER YOU STILL WOULDN'T LISTEN
CAPITOLISM IS ORGANIZED CRIME AND WE'RE ALL THE VICTIMS
THERE'S A WAR GOING ON THAT NO ONE'S GONNA WIN
THEY'RE FIGHTING US WERE FIGHTING THEM
STOP AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND IN THIS LIFE OF SIN
IT SEEMS IT'S JUST MEANS TO AN END

WISH I COULD GET AWAY
FROM ALL THESE VICES THAT'S GOT A HOLD ON ME
I'LL FIND A WAY TO BE HEAD STRONG AND NEVER LET MY MIND GO A STRAY
WE'LL FIND IT SOMEDAY MAYBE REALIZE THAT THIS WORLD IS A BRIGHTER
PLACE FOR US TO PLAY I MIGHT AS WELL DRIFT AWAY

IT SEEMS ALL CORRUPT KINGS COLLAPSE AND THAT'S THE REASON
THEM POLITICS POLLUTING UP THE AIR THAT WERE BREATHING
FORCE-FED THE SUFFERING ALL THOSE LIES YOU BELIEVE IN
CROOKED PYTHONS WE"LL OVERTHROUGH THEIR DECEIVING
SO RAISE YOUR FIST IN THE AIR CAUSE WE'RE BORN TO RAGE AGAINST THEM
VOICE YOUR OPINION AND DIRECT ALL OF YOUR DECISIONS
WE'VE SEEN WHAT'S GOIN' DOWN AND IT'S A FULL SCALE WAR
I'LL TELL YOU RIGHT NOW IT'S NOT WORTH FIGHTING FOR

WISH I COULD GET AWAY
FROM ALL THESE VICES THAT'S GOT A HOLD ON ME
I'LL FIND A WAY TO BE HEAD STRONG AND NEVER LET MY MIND GO A STRAY
WE'LL FIND IT SOMEDAY MAYBE REALIZE THAT THIS WORLD IS A BRIGHTER
PLACE FOR US TO PLAY I MIGHT AS WELL DRIFT AWAY





FROM ALL THESE VICES THAT'S GOT A HOLD ON ME
MIGHT AS WELL DRIFT AWAY

Overall Meaning

The song "Vices" by Tomorrow's Bad Seeds is a call for people to break free from the grip of their vices and the corrupt systems that oppress them. The singer wishes to escape the negative influence of these vices and maintain a strong mental state. He believes that one day we will realize that the world is a brighter place for us to enjoy and experience.


The lyrics of the song also criticize the political and religious systems that perpetuate suffering and deceive the masses. The singer believes that capitalism is organized crime and that we are all victims of it. He also calls for people to raise their voice against these corrupt systems and make their own decisions.


Overall, "Vices" is a powerful rallying cry for people to break free from their addictions and the systems that oppress them. It encourages people to stay strong in the face of adversity and to fight for a brighter, more just future where they can live free from the negative influences of their vices.


Line by Line Meaning

WISH I COULD GET AWAY
I desire to escape from my current situation.


FROM ALL THESE VICES THAT'S GOT A HOLD ON ME
I want to break free from the addictive behaviors that are controlling me.


I'LL FIND A WAY TO BE HEAD STRONG AND NEVER LET MY MIND GO A STRAY
I will develop the mental fortitude to resist temptation and stay focused on my goals.


WE'LL FIND IT SOMEDAY MAYBE REALIZE THAT THIS WORLD IS A BRIGHTER PLACE FOR US TO PLAY
There is hope that we will one day discover a more positive path in life and experience the world in a brighter way.


I MIGHT AS WELL DRIFT AWAY
If I cannot find a way to overcome my vices, then I might as well escape or give up.


IT SEEMS ALL CORRUPT KINGS COLLAPSE AND THAT'S THE REASON
The downfall of corrupt leaders is often due to their own actions.


THEM POLITICS POLLUTING UP THE AIR THAT WE'RE BREATHING
The corrupt political systems are harming our well-being and the environment we live in.


FORCE-FED THE SUFFERING ALL THOSE LIES YOU BELIEVE IN
We are being manipulated and fed false information that perpetuates our suffering.


CROOKED PYTHONS WE'LL OVERTHROUGH THEIR DECEIVING
We will overthrow the deceitful and corrupt systems that trap us.


SO RAISE YOUR FIST IN THE AIR CAUSE WE'RE BORN TO RAGE AGAINST THEM
We must express our anger and frustration towards the corrupt systems and fight against them.


VOICE YOUR OPINION AND DIRECT ALL OF YOUR DECISIONS
We must speak out and take control of our own lives and choices.


INTENSE VISIONS OF MENTAL CONDITIONING OF THE SYSTEM TO HELP THE PEOPLE SEE THAT IT'S TIME TO SOON UPLIFT THEM
We must break free from the mental conditioning of the corrupt systems and help others to see a better way of life.


YOU KNOW THE MYSTERY MEN IN BLACK'S HENCHMEN DISPOSITION
There are unknown individuals with dangerous intentions who work with those in power.


THE CROSS THEY SUPPOSEDLY FAITH AND ALL THE WORLDS RELIGION
Even religion can be used as a tool for control and manipulation.


IF I ANNOUNCE IT ON A LOUD SPEAKER YOU STILL WOULDN'T LISTEN
Many people are resistant to change and will not listen to new ideas.


CAPITOLISM IS ORGANIZED CRIME AND WE'RE ALL THE VICTIMS
The current capitalist system is akin to an organized crime operation and we are all being victimized by it.


THERE'S A WAR GOING ON THAT NO ONE'S GONNA WIN
The fight against the corrupt systems is an ongoing battle with no clear winner.


THEY'RE FIGHTING US WERE FIGHTING THEM
There is a constant struggle between those in power and those seeking to overthrow them.


STOP AND TAKE A LOOK AROUND IN THIS LIFE OF SIN
We must pause and reflect on the negative aspects of our current reality.


IT SEEMS IT'S JUST MEANS TO AN END
It appears that the suffering and corruption we experience are merely steps towards achieving a larger goal.




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New Western Front

when i was in rehab, every monday was "music monday"and each one of us could pick a song and let it play. needless to say this was my first pick

mbc12785

call me insane, but this is becomming my jam to summer band alongside Sublime, melodies fill my head, such great voices

A SMith

i saw these guys live yesterday, this song blew me away, it was even better live! tomorrows bad seeds rock the block

bossIN714

The best upcoming band. I saw them live and they rocked it!!!!

Hollywood Grand

this was far and away their best song to date

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giebol28

Saw these guys in Mil back last month opening for the Wailers. Great show. Hope to see them headlining their own tour sometime in the near future.

Ruiz Brothers

i remember watching this when it had 600 views. I'm so glad they're getting the recognition they deserve

Jennifer

These guys are my family. I’m related to everyone except the lead singer ❤️ amazing band!

Damp Echo

Been chilling out to these guys all day! whilst fighting the biggest hangover over!

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