Overcome
Unshackled Lyrics
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Why is it you feel so alone?
Societies' machine is what kills your dream
No life, no future,
what's it all mean?
You waste away ‘till there's nothing left.
A life you led of power and death.
Fight your fight and shine your light
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WE WILL OVERCOME x3
Yesteryear is long and dead,
but they left us all for dead.
Bunch of people, disillusioned youth,
running round and breaking loose.
Fight your fight ‘till there's nothing left.
No joy no peace in plain sight.
What's your loss? What's your cause,
for your Crucifixion
WE WILL OVERCOME x3
WE WILL OVERCOME x3
The lyrics to "Overcome" by Unshackled paint a picture of despair and disillusionment, addressing the feeling of loneliness and hopelessness that afflicts many people in today's society. The first few lines, "What is it that you don't get at home? Why is it you feel so alone?" speak directly to this feeling, as the song encourages listeners to examine the root causes of their unhappiness.
The song then goes on to attack the societal structures that contribute to this sense of despair. The line "Societies' machine is what kills your dream / No life, no future, what's it all mean?" highlights the sense of futility that many people feel when they are trapped in a system that seems designed to prevent them from achieving their goals.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of urgency and defiance. The repeated chants of "WE WILL OVERCOME" are a powerful rallying cry, a reminder that even in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles, there is always hope. Ultimately, the song is a call to action, challenging listeners to fight for what they believe in and never give up on their dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
What is it that you don't get at home?
What is it that you lack or miss when you are at home?
Why is it you feel so alone?
Why do you feel lonely and isolated?
Societies' machine is what kills your dream
The mechanics of society is what destroys your aspirations and desires.
No life, no future, what's it all mean?
If you have no life and no future, what is the point?
You waste away ‘till there's nothing left.
You deteriorate to the point where you have nothing more to give.
A life you led of power and death.
You lived a life of dominance and destruction.
Fight your fight and shine your light now your life shines no light
Stand up for what you believe and be a beacon of hope, even if your own life is shrouded in darkness.
WE WILL OVERCOME x3
We will triumph over adversity and obstacles.
Yesteryear is long and dead, but they left us all for dead.
The past is gone, but it left us to fend for ourselves.
Bunch of people, disillusioned youth, running round and breaking loose.
Group of individuals, disheartened and discouraged, venturing around and causing chaos.
Fight your fight ‘till there's nothing left.
Continue to struggle and stand up for what you believe in until you have nothing left.
No joy no peace in plain sight.
There is no happiness or serenity that can be seen or found.
What's your loss? What's your cause, for your Crucifixion
What have you lost, what is your rationale for being punished?
Contributed by Jonathan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.