Evolution
Unwritten Law Lyrics
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Already planned and
You're lookin' for another ace
For me to rock him in the face
Cause the full moon's risin'
Over a black horizon
This time baptisin'
They're just label whores and I can take no more
Grass is always greener on the other side
Go run and hide, boy
Leave you feelin' for another taste
So we can rock this fuckin' place
Cause the sky is fallin'
And I'm far from stallin' out
Evolution calling
Nothing changes if nothing changes
Yeah, they're just label whores
And silence rages more
He's gone
So you're looking for another plan now
He's down
So you're looking for another man now
One more zero
Nothing changes if nothing changes
Nothing changes if nothing changes
They're just label whores and I can take no more
So what
Fuck
The lyrics to Unwritten Law's song "Evolution" appear to be a rejection of the music industry and the band's disillusionment with it. The first verse seems to address an unnamed person who is trying to find another band or musician to replace the current one. The lyrics imply that this person is a "label whore," meaning they are only interested in signing with a label and making money while disregarding the artistry behind the music. The use of the metaphor of a rising full moon over a black horizon implies that this is a dangerous and unstable situation, and the baptism reference may suggest a need for cleansing or purification.
The chorus repeats the idea that "nothing changes if nothing changes," indicating that the cycle of label-based music is a stagnant one. The references to the grass being greener on the other side and the sky falling may symbolize the band's desire for something new and better, but also the fear of the consequences of leaving the safety of their current situation. The second verse references a man who is gone, perhaps a former member of the band, and the need to find a replacement. The repetition of the phrase "nothing changes if nothing changes" emphasizes the frustration and hopelessness of the situation.
Overall, "Evolution" seems to be a rejection of the pressures of the music industry and a desire for change and growth. The repeated use of the phrase "label whores" implies a disdain for those who only care about the commercial success of music rather than the artistry behind it. The repeated references to change and evolution suggest a desire to break free of this cycle and create something new and different.
Line by Line Meaning
So you're looking for another band
You're searching for a different band to listen to.
Already planned and
You've already made up your mind about what you want.
You're lookin' for another ace
You're seeking someone else to excel in what you desire.
For me to rock him in the face
You want someone to start a fight with.
Cause the full moon's risin'
The full moon is rising in the sky.
Over a black horizon
The moon is rising over a dark horizon.
This time baptisin'
This is a new beginning or a fresh start.
Nothing changes if nothing changes
If you don't make any changes, nothing will improve.
They're just label whores and I can take no more
People who focus on labels and brands are not worth dealing with anymore.
Grass is always greener on the other side
People always think something else is better than what they have.
Go run and hide, boy
You should go away and hide, as if you're afraid.
Leave you feelin' for another taste
You'll keep wanting more of something different.
So we can rock this fuckin' place
Let's cause chaos and disruption.
Cause the sky is fallin'
Something terrible is happening or about to happen.
And I'm far from stallin' out
I'm not stopping or hesitating.
Evolution calling
There is a need for growth and change.
Yeah, they're just label whores
Labels and brands are meaningless and superficial.
And silence rages more
The problem is worsening because people aren't speaking up.
He's gone
Someone has left or has died.
So you're looking for another plan now
You're making a new plan since the old one fell through.
He's down
Someone has been defeated or is in a bad place.
So you're looking for another man now
You're seeking a new person or companion.
One more zero
An addition of another person or item.
So what
An expression of apathy or indifference.
Fuck
An expression of frustration, anger, or disbelief.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SCOTT RUSSO, ROBERT BREWER, STEVEN MORRIS, WADE YOUMAN, PAT KIM
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