Molotov
Vänsternäven Lyrics
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Det lilla ljus jag har, det ska få lysa klart
Det lilla ljus jag har, det ska få lysa klart
Lysa klart klart klar, lysa klart
Molotov
Molotov
Visa din charm
Gör ditt jobb och håll mig varm
Molotov
Sprid ditt ljus
I vartenda borgarhus
Ingen klarar av att brinna som du
Ingen sprider värme som du
Ingen klarar av att brinna som du
Sprid din värme
Sprid din värme nu
Molotov
Molotov
Visa din charm
Gör ditt jobb och håll mig varm
Molotov
Molotov
Sprid ditt ljus
I vartenda borgarhus
Ingen klarar av att brinna som du
Ingen sprider värme som du
Ingen klarar av att brinna som du
Sprid din värme
Sprid din värme nu
The lyrics of Vänsternäven's song Molotov suggest the metaphorical usage of the Molotov cocktail as a symbol of a strong and fiery passion that can change the world. The song's title itself is a reference to the Molotov cocktail, a type of homemade incendiary weapon consisting of a glass bottle filled with flammable liquid and a cloth wick, used primarily in protest movements and urban guerrilla warfare. The first part of the song talks about the singer's own "little light" which they want to keep shining bright, implying a sense of perseverance and determination even in the face of darkness or oppression.
The chorus of the song addresses the Molotov cocktail directly, calling it to "show its charm" and "do its job" of keeping the singer warm, furthering the comparison between the Molotov and a burning passion or fervor. The final lines of the song repeat the idea that nobody can burn or spread warmth like the Molotov, and urges it to continue spreading its heat and passion.
Overall, the lyrics of Molotov present a powerful, almost romanticized view of protest movements and civil unrest. The Molotov is portrayed as a symbol of strength and resilience, capable of inspiring and uniting people in the face of oppression.
Line by Line Meaning
Det lilla ljus jag har, det ska få lysa klart
I may not have much light, but whatever little I have, I will make sure it shines bright
Lysa klart klart klar, lysa klart
Shine bright and clear, shine brightly
Molotov
A reference to a Molotov cocktail, a type of improvised explosive device
Visa din charm
Display your charm or appeal, referring to the explosive device's ability to create a strong impact
Gör ditt jobb och håll mig varm
Do what you're designed to do and keep me warm, indicating the destructive power of the device creating a sense of warmth or protection
Sprid ditt ljus
Spread your light, referring to the explosive device's ability to create a bright light when lit
I vartenda borgarhus
In every single mansion, referring to the revolutionary intent of the song
Ingen klarar av att brinna som du
No one can burn like you, highlighting the destructive capabilities of the device
Ingen sprider värme som du
No one gives warmth like you, further emphasizing the perceived protective qualities of the explosive device
Sprid din värme
Spread your warmth, again referring to the perceived protective abilities of the device
Sprid din värme nu
Spread your warmth now, calling for immediate action or use of the device
Contributed by Zoe P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.