Brain Washed
Tree Lyrics

The lyrics in "Brain Washed" by Tree speak to the idea of standing up to external forces that aim to control and manipulate people. The opening line of the lyrics speaks to the idea that there is a message for everyone that suggests they need to stand their ground or risk being overtaken or "over run" by forces beyond their control. The lyrics go on to highlight that, in times of desperation, individuals must take any and all necessary measures to maintain their self-determination, even if those measures contravene the laws or societal norms that seek to limit them.

Tree goes on to articulate that he refuses to be controlled or manipulated by the trillion-dollar industries that profit off of brainwashing people, selling them lies, and exploiting their weaknesses. The repetition of the phrase, "A billion brainwashed or bought off," underscores this point. The lyricist suggests that even though many people might fall prey to the brainwashing, he won't be caught up in those schemes or be influenced by those forces that hold so many others in their grip.

The song encourages listeners to keep their eyes open and resist being blinded by the falsehoods sold by media propaganda or advertising. It acknowledges that people may have different priorities or values, but reminds them not to be seduced by trinkets or ephemeral pleasures that distract from what's truly important. The song concludes with the artist declaring that he's "getting ready for the big payback," implying that there will be a reckoning for those who seek to control and exploit others.