Genocide
Vai Steve Lyrics
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To get some kicks before we die
Hey, Ho, and if you don't know
We will stand together on the other side
Hey, man, can I call you my friend
Here in the beginning of the end
This fight has already begun
Hey, friend, I can feel your pain,
Even heroes cry in the rain
Stand up so we can hear what you say
Said genocide yeah
Oh genocide
Hey, Lord, tears are burnin' my face
I'm the one that's tryin to fool fate
Oh, God, I think I'm in shock
Whatever it takes to get us through this genocide
You like to hear it? Well, here it goes
Oh, Lord, would you breath us in?
Wash your blood over our skin
Hold tight cause it's gonna go black
Never let go and get us through this genocide
Hey, man, I know you're my friend
Here in the beginning of the end
Hey, friend, we're all that we got
Take my hand and jump into the genocide
The song "Genocide" by Vai Steve is a call for people to stand together in the face of a coming apocalypse. The lyrics suggest that time is running out and that people should be looking to get some enjoyment out of life while they still can. However, the overarching themes of the song are more serious, with references to heroes crying and tears burning a person's face. The centerpiece of the song is this idea of "genocide," which is not fully explained in the lyrics but seems to refer to some global catastrophe that is on the horizon.
Despite the heaviness of the lyrics, the song is designed to be an uplifting anthem. The chorus is a call-and-response between the singer and the listener, with the repeated phrase "genocide yeah" acting as a rallying cry. The song is ultimately a plea for people to come together and stand up against whatever lies ahead.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, Hi, we're racin' with time
We're trying to enjoy life as much as possible before we die.
To get some kicks before we die
We're looking for excitement and pleasure to make our lives worth living.
Hey, Ho, and if you don't know
For those who are unaware,
We will stand together on the other side
We'll face whatever comes together as a united group.
Hey, man, can I call you my friend
Can I consider you a comrade in arms?
Here in the beginning of the end
We're at the start of the end times.
This fight has already begun
We're already at war.
And now it's time to take it to Euphoria
It's time to take action and reach a place of perfect happiness and well-being.
Hey, friend, I can feel your pain
I empathize with your suffering.
Even heroes cry in the rain
Even strong and brave people experience sadness and despair sometimes.
Stand up so we can hear what you say
Speak up and share your thoughts.
Said genocide yeah
We're facing a genocide.
Oh genocide
The horror and destruction of a mass killing.
Hey, Lord, tears are burnin' my face
I'm emotionally overwhelmed.
I'm the one that's tryin to fool fate
I'm attempting to defy destiny and change our future.
Oh, God, I think I'm in shock
I'm in a state of disbelief and trauma.
Whatever it takes to get us through this genocide
We'll do whatever is necessary to survive this tragedy.
You like to hear it? Well, here it goes
Are you prepared for what I'm about to say?
Oh, Lord, would you breath us in?
Can we be accepted and taken in by a higher power?
Wash your blood over our skin
Cleanse us of our sins and protect us.
Hold tight cause it's gonna go black
Brace yourself for the worst.
Never let go and get us through this genocide
Don't give up hope and guide us through this catastrophe.
Hey, man, I know you're my friend
I trust you and value our friendship.
Here in the beginning of the end
At the start of the world's destruction.
Hey, friend, we're all that we got
We only have each other to rely on.
Take my hand and jump into the genocide
Stick together and face the mass killing together.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: STEVE VAI
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